Water Heater Permit Requirements in West Palm Beach
West Palm Beach doesn't publish a checklist specific to water heaters, so treat one as a plumbing permit: the city's official guidance lists plumbing among the work that still needs a permit regardless of cost, and its permit application says plumbing work and heaters need a separate permit. Confirm the exact submittal items with the Building Division before applying.
Verified against official sources · Last verified: September 19, 2026
Do You Need a Permit?
Permit RequiredThe City of West Palm Beach does not publish a water-heater-specific checklist. Its official HB 803 guidance lists plumbing among the scopes that still require a permit regardless of cost, and its Building Division permit application states that a separate permit must be secured for plumbing work and heaters, so a water heater installation or replacement should be treated as a plumbing permit. Confirm the exact submittal items with the Building Division before applying.
See what applies to your exact property.
Check Your PropertyPermit Type
Plumbing Permit
Documents You May Need
- Building Division permit application with the PLUMBING trade box checked (notarized when the job value is $5,000 or more, or for any owner-builder)
- Owner-Builder affidavit, if using the owner-builder exemption (signed in person at City Hall before the permit is issued)
- Recorded Notice of Commencement, for a direct contract greater than $5,000
What to Do Next
- 1Gather the required documents listed above.
- 2Contact the building department to submit your application.
- 3Respond to any plan-review comments if issued.
Ready to continue?
Apply for the permit
Open the official government application portal.
Questions about your permit?
Call the Building Department.
Permit Fees
Fees vary by project scope. See the City of West Palm Beach Civic Access Fee Estimator for an estimate.
Review Time
Varies by project and plan-review workload
Building Department
Building Division
Phone: 561-805-6700Email: ds@wpb.orgAddress: 401 Clematis Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
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