PlainPermit

Do I need a permit for an interior or bathroom remodel in Tucson, AZ?

Short answer: It depends on the details for an interior or bathroom remodel in Tucson, AZ (for example: Finishes only: no permit).

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Tile, cabinets and countertops need no permit if plumbing and electrical are untouched. Fixtures that connect new water, drain or vent piping need a permit.

What changes the answer

Cost

Fee not extracted; see PDSD fees. Unverified, confirm locally

Fee source: https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Planning-Development-Services/Permits/Residential-Permits

Where to apply

City of Tucson Planning & Development Services (Tucson Development Center online)

Permitting authority: City of Tucson Planning & Development Services Department (PDSD). Historic Preservation Zones and Neighborhood Preservation Zones need extra review. See also: how to apply for a building permit.

Official sources

“Installing or replacing finishes like paint, tile, carpet, cabinets, or countertops does not require a permit, as long as the work does not affect plumbing or electrical systems.”

Source: https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Planning-Development-Services/Permits/Tucson-Permit-Exemptions

“Installing or replacing a plumbing fixture—such as a sink, shower, or bathtub—requires a permit if the work involves connecting new water, drain, or vent piping.”

Source: https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Planning-Development-Services/Permits/Tucson-Permit-Exemptions

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