Plumbing Permits

Depending on the type of work, a building permit may be required before applying for a plumbing permit.

• If your plumbing work is part of a larger construction or renovation project, you will require a building permit.
• If your project is standalone plumbing work, you can typically apply directly for a plumbing permit. 

Have questions? Contact a Safety Codes Officer at inspections@rmwb.ca for more information.

A qualified plumber licensed by the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo must submit the permit application unless the work is done under a homeowner’s permit.

You may apply for a homeowner permit only if:

• You own and reside at the building (or will reside there once construction is complete).
• You will personally be installing the plumbing system. 
• You are capable of ensuring that the work is done in accordance with the National Plumbing Code of Canada.

You cannot apply for a homeowner permit if:

• You are not personally doing the work.
• You are not a qualified plumber.

If you have no experience with plumbing, it is best to hire a licensed plumber who is eligible to receive
permits. Work done by inexperienced installers may need expensive corrections and could be dangerous.

Review the permit fee schedule.

Once a complete application with all required documentation is received, the processing time for a plumbing  permit is three to five business days. 

Work must begin within 90 days of the permit issuance. It is the permit holder’s responsibility to ensure that all required inspections are completed.

To request an inspection:

• Complete the Inspections Request form.
• Call Inspections at 780-743-7813.
• Email inspections@rmwb.ca.
• Visit us in person at 9909 Franklin Avenue.

Permits remain valid for one year if work is actively progressing.

A plumbing permit will expire if:

• Work does not begin within 90 days of issuance, or
• No work is completed for 120 consecutive days.