Do I need a permit for plumbing fixture or repiping in Memphis?
Most likely yes. Plumbing fixture or repiping usually requires a permit in Tennessee. Confirm the specifics with Memphis.
Whole-house or partial repipes require a plumbing permit and a rough inspection before concealing the new piping in walls or floors. Approved materials and pressure-test requirements apply; confirm the specific inspection sequence with your local codes department or state issuing agent. Repiping water or drain lines is plumbing work permitted separately from the building permit by the joint Memphis and Shelby County Construction Code Enforcement office through the Develop901 portal. Shelby County requires a Tennessee Home Improvement license for residential work from $3,000 to under $25,000, and a state contractor license at $25,000 or more. This is general guidance; confirm the plumbing permit requirement with the authority.
Documents you may need
- Plumbing permit applicationrequired
- Scope of work describing piping replaced and materialsLikely required
- Licensed plumbing contractor informationSometimes required
- Plumbing permit application (Develop901 / Accela portal)Likely required
- Scope of work identifying lines being replacedSometimes required
- Contractor / plumbing license informationSometimes required
Possible inspections
- Rough plumbing inspection before walls are closed
- Final plumbing inspection
- Plumbing rough-in inspection
- Final inspection
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a permit for plumbing fixture or repiping in Memphis?
- Most likely yes. Plumbing fixture or repiping usually requires a permit in Tennessee. Confirm the specifics with Memphis. Whole-house or partial repipes require a plumbing permit and a rough inspection before concealing the new piping in walls or floors. Approved materials and pressure-test requirements apply; confirm the specific inspection sequence with your local codes department or state issuing agent. Repiping water or drain lines is plumbing work permitted separately from the building permit by the joint Memphis and Shelby County Construction Code Enforcement office through the Develop901 portal. Shelby County requires a Tennessee Home Improvement license for residential work from $3,000 to under $25,000, and a state contractor license at $25,000 or more. This is general guidance; confirm the plumbing permit requirement with the authority.
- Who issues the permit in Memphis?
- The local building department for Memphis handles permitting. This page lists its contact details and online portal. Your mailing city is not always the permitting authority, so confirm the jurisdiction before you apply.
- How do I find out the exact requirements for my project?
- Run the free PermitRoadmap check for your specific project and answers. It returns the likely permits, documents, inspections, and next steps, each linked to its official source.
PermitRoadmap is an independent informational service and is not affiliated with any city, county, state agency, or permitting authority. Results are informational and do not replace confirming requirements with the local permitting authority.