Tampa Plumbing Permit Requirements

When you DO NOT need a permit

• Fetched pages do not list specific plumbing work exempt from permitting. The residential permits index lists Electric, Plumbing, and Mechanical as a permit category, implying plumbing work generally requires a permit, but no minor-work exemptions (e.g., fixture replacement, faucet swap) are stated on the scraped pages.

Required permits and forms

• Residential plumbing permit application
  Filed through the Construction Services Division. Residential permits apply only to Single Family Residences (SFR) and duplexes. Condominiums require a commercial permit even though they have residential occupancy.
• Online submission via Accela Citizen Access
  Tampa directs permit applications and inquiries through the Accela Citizen Access online permitting portal.
• Licensed contractor (or qualifying homeowner)
  Construction Services issues permits and performs inspections to ensure compliance with state and local codes. Specific license type not stated on the fetched pages.
• Inspections
  Construction Services performs inspections on issued permits. Virtual Inspections are available.

Fees

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Typical timeline

Timeline varies by project complexity; the city does not publish a typical range.

Apply online

Contact

Construction Services Division. John (JC) Hudgison, Chief Building Official. 2555 E. Hanna Avenue, Tampa, FL 33610. Phone: (813) 274-3100 Option 1. Fax: (813) 259-1712. Email: CSDHelp@tampagov.net. Office Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM (Construction Compliance Section closes at 4:00 PM). Walk-In appointments 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Sources

• https://www.tampa.gov/permit
• https://www.tampa.gov/construction-services/residential-permits
• https://www.tampa.gov/info/licenses-and-permits