Tub and Shower Enclosure Permit Requirements
This permit will allow you to
repair or replace your tub-shower enclosure, tub, and tub-shower fixture. It is
a combination permit that includes a building and plumbing permit. The following are the
minimum requirements that must be met:
- The zoning at the address must be residential.
- The water piping materials shall be copper, galvanized iron, or galvanized steel.
- Any new/replaced tub/shower mixing valve shall be pressure balancing set at a maximum of 120° F. Shower stalls shall be a minimum of 1024 sq. in. with a clear center dimension of 30” and the door dimension shall be 24” minimum.
- The water closet shall have a minimum 30” width clearance (15” on center) and 24” clearance in the front.
- Jacuzzis/spas shall have motor access, a dedicated circuit, and be UL listed.
- Smoke detectors shall be provided in all sleeping rooms and adjacent hallways, multi-levels, and basements.
- If you have
any questions regarding allowable materials, construction methods or
installation requirements for your project contact the Building Safety
Division.
Electrical and Lighting Requirements
- All receptacles to be GFI protected. New/additional outlets shall have a dedicated 20-amp circuit.
- Lighting shall be high efficiency fixtures (e.g. fluorescent) or be controlled with an occupant sensor with controls that do not allow the fixtures to be manually turned on or allow the fixture to be always on. The following table defines the requirements for high efficacy lighting (2005 California Energy Efficiency Standards Section 150):
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| HIGH EFFICIENCY LAMP REQUIREMENTS |
| Lamp Power Rating |
Minimum Lamp Efficiency |
| 15 watts or less |
40 lumens per watt |
| over 15 watts to 40 watts |
50 lumens per watt |
| over 40 watts |
60 lumens per watt |
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The Tub-Shower Enclosure
Permit is NOT available on-line if you are:
- Removing or replacing walls.
- Adding, removing, or changing the size of windows.
- Moving the
existing tub to a different location or adding a new tub.
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If any of the above conditions apply, the permit shall be issued at the One-Stop
Permit Center, City Hall, 456 W Olive Avenue. Specific process information
is available at the
Building Division web site.
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Inspections
- The number of inspections required depends on the type of underlayment used in the tub/shower enclosure. A rough plumbing and electrical inspection should be scheduled for the tub/shower valve and electrical wiring prior to installation of any wallboard. The next inspections scheduled should be for the underlayment and the shower pan test, if applicable. Additional inspections may be needed based on extent of the project. The final inspection should be scheduled after all the work is completed.
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