Plumbing & Mechanical

You’ll need a permit to:

• Install a new fixture in a new location, such as a sink or shower
• Remove a fixture or part of a plumbing system
• Replace or repair water or sewer services
• Install any back-flow prevention valve
• Install or alter a fire sprinkler system or standpipe system
• Install or alter a footing drain or storm drain system
• Install or modify heating systems
• Install wood stoves or fireplaces

A permit is not required for minor modifications such as:

• Replacing existing fixtures in the same location
• Repairing existing fixtures

Please complete the Plumbing, Mechanical & Sprinkler Permit Application and submit to the Building Department.

Plumbing permits have a fee of $87 at the time of application.  Methods of payment are debit, cheque, cash at City Hall or credit card payments via our online Payment Portal.

For the full list of fees, including some flat fee permit types, reductions and other administrative fees, refer to Appendix 4 in our Fees and Charges Bylaw.

Check the Building Bulletins page to see if any new news or bylaws may affect your project.                    

While there are no guaranteed timelines for building permits, we strive to issue permits in a timely manner. The timeline for all building permits depends on the completeness of the application, how quickly the City's comments are responded to, and volume of applications to be reviewed by each review group. 

Use MyCity to check on the status of your building permit, find out who the permit it has been assigned to, see any fees and charges and schedule inspections once permit is issued.

Upon receiving a completed permit application, the building department endeavours to provide confirmation that a permit can be issued, or a written deficiency list provided within the noted time frames.

Your project may qualify for a Residential Xpress (RXp) Building Permit, with the City's goal to review eligible applications within 1-14 business days. To learn more, contact our Building Department at 250-490-2571 or buildinginfo@penticton.ca 

Emergency Repairs and Restoration Permits are given priority.

Some projects requiring multi-department reviews may take longer. Please contact our office if you are making a large project application to arrange for a pre-application meeting.

Building Department
Phone: 250-490-2571
Email: buildinginfo@penticton.ca