Plumbing / Mechanical (Gas/HVAC) Permit in Roswell, New Mexico
VerifiedRequired before any plumbing or mechanical (gas/HVAC) work is performed at a commercial or residential property in Roswell, including water heater installation, sewer taps, re-piping, solar (thermal) systems, swimming pools, and HVAC/duct/gas-appliance installations. Issued by the City of Roswell Building & Inspections Division.
Verified 2026-07-02 · Source
When you need this permit
- Required before any plumbing or mechanical work is done at any commercial or residential property
- Jobs started without a permit are charged DOUBLE the permit and inspection rate
- Application must be completely filled out or it will not be accepted
- Contractor must provide NM Contractor's License number and City Business License number on commercial jobs
Required documents
- Required
Plumbing/Mechanical Permit Application
City of Roswell form covering both plumbing and gas/HVAC scopes; email to permits@roswell-nm.gov
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sewer Tap (Alley Cut Permit Required) | $10.00 | Plumbing/Mechanical Permit Application fee schedule, City of Roswell (form revised 4/15/26) |
| Bldg/Sewer/Mobile Home | $5.00 | Plumbing/Mechanical Permit Application fee schedule, City of Roswell |
| Plumbing Fixture / Water Discharge | $7.00 | Plumbing/Mechanical Permit Application fee schedule, City of Roswell |
| Water Distribution / Re-Pipe | $5.00 | Plumbing/Mechanical Permit Application fee schedule, City of Roswell |
| Water Heater (electric) | $7.00 | Plumbing/Mechanical Permit Application fee schedule, City of Roswell |
| Water Conditioners | $7.00 | Plumbing/Mechanical Permit Application fee schedule, City of Roswell |
| Grease Trap / Test Port | $10.00 | Plumbing/Mechanical Permit Application fee schedule, City of Roswell |
| Vacuum Breaker / Backflow Device | $7.00 | Plumbing/Mechanical Permit Application fee schedule, City of Roswell |
| Repair Drain/Vent Piping | $5.00 | Plumbing/Mechanical Permit Application fee schedule, City of Roswell |
| Sprinkler System (residential) | $7.00 | Plumbing/Mechanical Permit Application fee schedule, City of Roswell |
| Sprinkler System (commercial) | $7.00 | Plumbing/Mechanical Permit Application fee schedule, City of Roswell |
| Solar System (each) | $5.00 | Plumbing/Mechanical Permit Application fee schedule, City of Roswell — applies to solar (thermal) plumbing connections |
| Swimming Pool (private) | $20.00 | Plumbing/Mechanical Permit Application fee schedule, City of Roswell |
| Swimming Pool (public) | $30.00 | Plumbing/Mechanical Permit Application fee schedule, City of Roswell |
| Yard Gas Line (up to five outlets or MERC test on existing gas pipe) | $10.00 | Plumbing/Mechanical Permit Application fee schedule, City of Roswell — Gas/HVAC Permit section |
| Issuance of Each Permit and Final Inspection | $20.00 | Plumbing/Mechanical Permit Application fee schedule, City of Roswell — charged once per permit issued in addition to itemized fees |
| Commercial Plan Review Fee — Mechanical | 5% of Building Permit Fee | City of Roswell Building Fee Schedule (DocumentCenter/View/26127) |
Review timeline
~1–5 business days
Typical estimate — confirm current times with the Roswell building department
Inspection process
Tips
- Water heater replacement (electric) requires a plumbing permit and is separately itemized on the fee schedule at $7.00 plus the $20.00 issuance/final-inspection fee.
- A homeowner may pull a Homeowner's Plumbing Permit for their own residence, but must pass a plumbing test with a 75% score for new construction before the permit can be issued.
- Solar thermal (plumbing-side) systems are itemized at $5.00 per system on this fee schedule — separate from the electrical (CID) permit needed for solar PV.
- Jobs started without a permit are charged DOUBLE the standard permit and inspection rate.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a permit to replace a water heater in Roswell?
- Yes. Water heater (electric) replacement requires a plumbing permit in Roswell. The itemized fee is $7.00 plus a $20.00 issuance-and-final-inspection fee, per the City of Roswell Plumbing/Mechanical Permit Application fee schedule.
- Can a homeowner pull their own plumbing permit in Roswell?
- Yes, via the Homeowner's Plumbing Permit Application. For new construction, the homeowner must take and pass a plumbing test with a score of at least 75% before the permit can be issued.
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-02.
- City of Roswell Community Development — Building & Inspections Division — official building department
- Plumbing/Mechanical Permit Application (PDF)
- Homeowner's Plumbing Permit Application (PDF)
- City of Roswell Building Fee Schedule (PDF)
- Residential Permits | City of Roswell
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 Roswell building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.
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