Plumbing Permit in Gillette, Wyoming
VerifiedRequired for plumbing installations, alterations, and repairs in Gillette. Governed by the 2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC) per City Code § 5-I-4 — NOTE: Gillette uses the IPC, not the Uniform Plumbing Code used by some other Wyoming/Nevada cities. Fee schedule is per-fixture/per-item under City Code § 5-IV-3(a).
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
When you need this permit
- Minimum plumbing permit fee applies to any plumbing work
- Per-fixture fee for each fixture, trap, or set of fixtures on one trap (including water, drainage piping, and backflow protection)
- New single-family construction interior plumbing is billed at a flat rate
- Contractor must hold a City of Gillette Class D Plumbing contractor license (or Master/Journeyman/Apprentice Plumber license)
Required documents
- Req
Plumbing Permit Application (via EnerGov Self Service)
Apply online through the City of Gillette EnerGov Self Service portal
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum permit fee | $10.00 | City Code § 5-IV-3(a) (Revised 12-2024) |
| Each plumbing fixture or trap (or set of fixtures on one trap, incl. water, drainage piping, backflow protection) | $2.00 | — |
| Each water heater | $10.00 | — |
| Each industrial waste pre-treatment grease or sand-oil interceptor (incl. trap and vent, excepting kitchen-type grease interceptors functioning as fixture traps) | $10.00 | — |
| Installation, alteration, or repair of water line | $10.00 | — |
| Each lawn sprinkler system and associated backflow protection devices | $5.00 | — |
| Water softeners or treatment systems | $10.00 | — |
| Plumbing repair (any type) | $10.00 | — |
| Sewer line installation and/or repair | $10.00 | — |
| Residential Plumbing — new single-family construction, interior | $30.00 | — |
| Demolition of Building — cap off plumbing at street | $10.00 | — |
Review timeline
~0–5 business days
Typical estimate — confirm current times with the Gillette building department
Inspection process
- 1
Underground Plumbing
After under-ground waste, vent, and water piping installed and pressure tested, before backfill/concrete
- 2
Rough Plumbing
After all waste, vent, and water piping installed, before walls closed
- 3
Sewer and Water
After sewer and water service lines installed, before backfill
- 4
Final
All fixtures connected, ready for occupancy
Tips
- Gillette adopted the International Plumbing Code (IPC), not the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) — relevant if you're used to a UPC jurisdiction.
- Fees are itemized per-fixture rather than valuation-based — total cost scales directly with fixture count.
- A minimum $10 permit fee applies even for small jobs like a single fixture repair.
Frequently asked questions
- Does Gillette use the Uniform Plumbing Code or the International Plumbing Code?
- Gillette adopted the 2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC), including Appendices B, D, and E, per City Code § 5-I-4 (Revised 12-2024).
- How much does a water heater replacement permit cost in Gillette?
- A water heater permit is $10.00 per City Code § 5-IV-3(a), on top of the $10.00 minimum plumbing permit fee if this is a standalone application.
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-01.
- City of Gillette Development Services — Building Division — official building department
- City of Gillette Code, Chapter 5 Buildings (Revised 12-2024), § 5-I-4 IPC Adoption and § 5-IV-3 Plumbing Permit Fees
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 Gillette building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.
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