Apply for Simple Residential Gray Water Irrigation System Permit
Installing a simple residential gray water irrigation system requires Plumbing Permits.
Before you Start
Please review the Permit Requirements below as these vary from project to project
Ready to get started? First, make sure you are registered and activated at our Online Permit Center. For instructions, please visit our Planning & Building Video Tutorials webpage.
What to Do
Permit Requirements
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If interested in installing a simple gray water system for your residence, please read the plumbing code and complete the Gray Water Irrigation System Application before applying for permits to install your gray water system. A Plumbing Permit is required and shall be obtained before installing, altering, repairing, replacing or remodeling any building or structure.
This application and permit are intended only for simple systems, such as clothes washer diversion into a gray water system. More complex gray water systems and those proposing storage must submit engineered plans for review and approval as part of their plumbing application.
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- Contractors who are licensed by the State of California with a classification appropriate for the work that will be performed and have a current Business Tax Certificate.
- Owners of a building or their legal representative.
How to Apply
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Step One: Complete Application
- Download Gray Water Irrigation Application and save to your device
- Fill out all applicable sections on the form
Click the button below to be taken to the downloadable Gray Water Irrigation Application.
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Step Two: Apply Online
- Apply for Residential Plumbing Permits through our Online Permit Center*
* NOTE: You will be taken to our login page first before you can submit a Building Worksheet - In the Worksheet, upload your completed Gray Water Irrigation Application and all associated documents
- Apply for Residential Plumbing Permits through our Online Permit Center*
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Step Three: Application Review
Once we receive your application and have created it in our system, we will review your submission. If we need further information, we will contact you. If your application is approved, we will contact you to issue your permit. For the latest processing estimates, please see our Average Permit Processing Turnaround Times webpage.
Need to Know
QUESTIONS?
Call (510) 238-3891 or find quick answers through our Permit & Services Questions Portal. You may also schedule an appointment with Permit Counter staff during open hours.
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