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Plumbing Permit in Reno, Nevada

Required for plumbing installations, alterations, and repairs in Reno. Governed by the 2024 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) — NOT the International Plumbing Code — with 2024 Northern Nevada ICC Amendments. Plumbers must hold Reno journeyman cards.

Verified 2026-06-30 · Source

When you need this permit

  • Water heater installation or replacement (EZ permit: $45.00)
  • New fixture installations (sinks, toilets, showers)
  • Water or sewer line replacement on private property
  • Re-piping
  • Sewer line replacement (private property only — EZ permit: $90.00)
  • Water line replacement (private property only — EZ permit: $90.00)
  • Journeyman card required for plumbing tradespeople working in Reno

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Fee schedule

Water Heater Replacement (EZ permit)City of Reno FY27 EZ Permits — Residential EZ Permits section: 'Water Heater' = $45.00
$45.00
Sewer Line Replacement — private property (EZ permit)
$90.00
Water Line Replacement — private property (EZ permit)
$90.00
Lawn Sprinkler (EZ permit)
$45.00
Stucco or Siding (if plumbing involved — EZ permit)
$87.00
Gas Line (private property — EZ permit)Gas piping is a fuel gas permit (IFGC) in Reno, typically processed as an EZ permit
$90.00
Application Fee (EZ permits)
Included in EZ permit fee

Review timeline

Plan reviewTypical estimate — confirm current times with the Reno building department
~1–10 business days

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Inspection process

  1. 1

    Underground / Under-slab

    Before concrete pour — verify pipe slope, materials, cleanouts

  2. 2

    Rough-In

    After pipes installed before walls closed — pressure test

  3. 3

    Final

    All fixtures connected, no leaks, proper venting verified

See the full Reno inspection guide — scheduling & re-inspection fees →

Tips

  • IMPORTANT: Reno uses the 2024 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC), not the International Plumbing Code (IPC). This differs from many other states — pipe materials, fixture counts, and procedures follow UPC.
  • Gas piping work in Reno requires a Fuel Gas permit (per the 2024 IFGC). A manometer test is required after gas piping is complete (11–15 inches water column for 15 minutes per NNICC).
  • Water heater replacements are a $45.00 EZ permit — one of the least expensive permits in Reno.
  • Journeyman cards are required for plumbers working in Reno — obtain from Development Services.

Frequently asked questions

Reno requires a plumbing permit for: Water heater installation or replacement (EZ permit: $45.00); New fixture installations (sinks, toilets, showers); Water or sewer line replacement on private property; Re-piping; Sewer line replacement (private property only — EZ permit: $90.00); Water line replacement (private property only — EZ permit: $90.00); Journeyman card required for plumbing tradespeople working in Reno. If your project isn't listed, confirm with City of Reno Development Services — Building and Safety Division at (775) 334-2063 before starting work.

A water heater replacement EZ permit in Reno costs $45.00 per the FY26/27 fee schedule. Apply at onenv.us.

Plan review for a plumbing permit in Reno typically runs 1–10 business days. This is an estimate, not a published figure — confirm current review times with City of Reno Development Services — Building and Safety Division at (775) 334-2063.

You'll need: Plumbing Permit Application (via onenv.us). See the required-documents checklist on this page for details on each.

Reno requires 3 inspection(s) for a plumbing permit, in order: Underground / Under-slab, Rough-In, Final. Schedule each through City of Reno Development Services — Building and Safety Division ((775) 334-2063).

Apply through City of Reno Development Services — Building and Safety Division at 1 E. 1st Street, Reno, NV 89505. Phone: (775) 334-2063, email: permits@reno.gov. Office hours: Mon–Fri (contact department for current hours). Official information: https://www.reno.gov/business-development/development-services/building-permits.php.

Reno, Nevada has adopted: 2024 International Building Code (IBC) — with 2024 Northern Nevada ICC Amendments (NNICC); effective July 1, 2025; 2024 International Residential Code (IRC) — with 2024 Northern Nevada ICC Amendments; effective July 1, 2025; 2024 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) — with 2024 Northern Nevada ICC Amendments; 2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) — with 2024 Northern Nevada ICC Amendments; 2024 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) — with 2024 Northern Nevada ICC Amendments; 2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC) — with 2024 Northern Nevada ICC Amendments (commercial/multi-family); 2024 Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC) — with 2024 Northern Nevada ICC Amendments (residential single-family); 2024 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) — with 2024 Northern Nevada ICC Amendments (NOTE: Reno uses UPC, not IPC); 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) — with 2024 Northern Nevada ICC Amendments; effective July 1, 2025; Nevada Blue Book (2020) — statewide construction industry reference, incorporates NRS/NAC provisions. Local amendments apply — see the Reno overview page for the full list.

No. Reno uses the 2024 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) with 2024 Northern Nevada Amendments, not the IPC. The UPC is also used throughout Washoe County and most of Northern Nevada.

Sources & verification

Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-06-30.

Fees, timelines, and adopted codes are researched from each jurisdiction's published records — see how we verify. Requirements change and vary by project, so always confirm the current details with the Reno building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.

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