The City of Port Alberni requires that you obtain a Plumbing Permit prior to any construction, extension, or repair of any plumbing system, or to make a connection to any sewer system. This includes, but is not limited to the following:

• Installation of a new fixtures, such as a sink or shower
• Removing of a fixture or part of a plumbing system
• Extension or installation of a sanitary sewer, storm sewer or water service
• Installation or alteration of a fire sprinkler system or standpipe system
• Installation or alteration of a footing drain or storm drain system
• Installation of any back-flow prevention
• Installation of a lawn irrigation system

• Replacing existing fixtures in same location
• Repairing existing fixtures

Conditions to Note:

• No person shall conceal any part of a plumbing system unless it has been inspected and approved by the Building Inspector;
• Plumbing must be installed in accordance with the British Columbia Plumbing Code in effect.  

Note that  all buildings are required to have a water meter installed.