City of Durham, NC
Water heater replacement permits in City of Durham
Confirm with office
No water-heater-specific rule was exposed.
What to know before starting
The information below was checked against the linked official source on 2026-09-21. Confirm final requirements with Durham City-County Building & Safety before work begins.
Required permits and fees
- Plumbing permit — Confirm before replacement (Confirm with Durham)
- Gas/electrical permit — Confirm as applicable (Confirm with Durham)
Required plans
Confirm equipment details.
Setback rules
Not stated.
Required inspections
- Confirm trade final inspections
Issuing authority
Durham City-County Building & Safety
Confirm with office
Confirm with office