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Application Requirements

Prior to making a Plumbing Permit application we encourage you to carefully read and familiarize yourself with the application guides and documentation provided below, along with the Plumbing Bylaw.

Tree Permit Requirements

Please Note: When excavating to install or repair underground services, Tree Protection Clearance may be required.

Apply for a Tree Permit and review related information on our Tree Permit Page

Application Guides

Plumbing Permit Guide

Services Permit Guide

Hydronic Heating Permit Guide

Plumbing Permit Application

Apply for a plumbing permit by email or online using the options below.

Apply by Email

Download and complete the required forms:

Plumbing Permit Application Form

Letter of Authorization Form

Homeowner Statutory Declaration Form

Isometric Drawings Example

Once complete, email all required documents and drawings to:

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Submission requirements:

  • All documents must be attached as PDF files (no links).

  • We do not accept documents shared via cloud-based services (e.g., Google Drive, Dropbox).

  • If your files are too large to email, please contact us to request access to our FileShare site.

Applications will be reviewed by staff once all required documentation has been received. Complete submissions will be accepted for processing.

Apply Online

Select the application type that best fits your project:

Residential Plumbing Permit Application

Choose this option for plumbing work related to a Single Detached Dwelling (e.g., House, House with Basement Suite), Detached Accessory Dwelling, Duplex, or Detached Accessory Building.
If the plumbing work is for a suite within a multi-family building (e.g., condo, apartment) or a townhouse, please use the Multi-Family Application below.

Multi-Family Plumbing Permit Application

Choose this option for plumbing work related to a Townhouse, Multi-Family Suite (e.g., condo, apartment), or Multi-Family Building.

Commercial, Industrial or Institutional Plumbing Permit Application

Choose this option for plumbing work related to a Commercial, Industrial, or Institutional Building.

Services Permit Application

Apply for a services permit by email or online using the options below.

Apply By Email

Download and complete the required forms:

Services Permit Application Form

Once complete, email all required documents and drawings to:

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Submission requirements:

  • All documents must be attached as PDF files (no links).

  • We do not accept documents shared via cloud-based services (e.g., Google Drive, Dropbox).

  • If your files are too large to email, please contact us to request access to our FileShare site.

Applications will be reviewed by staff once all required documentation has been received. Complete submissions will be accepted for processing.

Apply Online

Select the application type that best fits your project:

Residential Services Permit Application

Choose this option for plumbing services work related to a Single Detached Dwelling (e.g., House, House with Basement Suite), Detached Accessory Dwelling, Duplex, or Detached Accessory Building.

Multi-Family Services Permit Application

Choose this option for plumbing services work related to a Townhouse or Multi-Family Building.

Commercial, Industrial or Institutional Services Permit Application

Choose this option for plumbing services work related to a Commercial, Industrial, or Institutional Building.

Hydronic Heating Permit Application

Apply for a hydronic heating permit by email or online using the options below.

Apply By Email

Hydronic Heating Permit Application Form

Once complete, email all required documents and drawings to:

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Submission requirements:

  • All documents must be attached as PDF files (no links).

  • We do not accept documents shared via cloud-based services (e.g., Google Drive, Dropbox).

  • If your files are too large to email, please contact us to request access to our FileShare site.

Applications will be reviewed by staff once all required documentation has been received. Complete submissions will be accepted for processing.

Apply Online

Select the application type that best fits your project:

Residential Hydronic Heating Permit Application

Choose this option for hydronic heating work related to a Single Detached Dwelling (e.g., House, House with Basement Suite), Detached Accessory Dwelling, Duplex, or Detached Accessory Building.

Sprinkler Permit Application

Apply for a sprinkler permit by email or online using the options below.

Apply By Email

Download and complete the required forms:

Sprinkler Permit Application Form

Once complete, email all required documents and drawings to:

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Submission requirements:

  • All documents must be attached as PDF files (no links).

  • We do not accept documents shared via cloud-based services (e.g., Google Drive, Dropbox).

  • If your files are too large to email, please contact us to request access to our FileShare site.

Applications will be reviewed by staff once all required documentation has been received. Complete submissions will be accepted for processing.

Apply Online

Select the application type that best fits your project:

Residential Sprinkler Permit Application

Choose this option for sprinkler work related to a Single Detached Dwelling (e.g., House, House with Basement Suite), Detached Accessory Dwelling, Duplex, or Detached Accessory Building.

Multi-Family Sprinkler Permit Application

Choose this option for sprinkler work related to a Townhouse, Multi-Family Suite or Multi-Family Building.

Commercial, Industrial or Institutional Sprinkler Permit Application

Choose this option for sprinkler work related to a Commercial, Industrial, or Institutional Building.

Backflow Prevention

Backflow Prevention Testing

Backflow prevention assemblies have internal seals, springs and moving parts that can wear out. Backflow prevention assemblies must be tested after installation, and tested annually by a certified tester, in accordance with CSA B64.10

Submission of Backflow Assembly Test Reports

Effective May 1, 2022: Backflow assembly test reports for existing or replacement backflow testing will be managed by Backflow Solutions, Inc. (BSI). A $25.00 fee will be required to file a City of New Westminster test report with BSI.

Existing Backflow Assemblies

For all existing backflow assemblies, an online test submission is mandatory.

Certified testers can register and submit test reports online through the BSI Online Website

Follow the steps in the Tester Introduction Brochure

Contact

Building and Plumbing Inspectors are generally available for phone calls from 8:30 am to 9:30 am Monday to Friday.

Email

  • For general inquiries:

  • To submit documentation or for inquiries related to an active permit:

  • To submit a building permit application:

  • To submit a plumbing permit application:

Phone

General Inquiries: 604-527-4580