Plumbing

Effective December 30, 2025, the City of Lincoln will enforce the 2023 National Electrical Code, with the local code amendments.

Effective January 30, 2026, the City of Lincoln will enforce the following 2021 International Codes, with the local code amendments: 

International Building Code; International Existing Building Code; International Residential Code; International Mechanical Code; International Fire Code; Uniform Plumbing Code

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Plumbing Contractors

New in town or need a refresher on how we do things? All the plumbing information you need is listed.

Plumbing Contractors Bond and Insurance

This is everything Plumbing contractors need for Bond and Insurance.

Plumbing Trade Registration

This is everything for Plumbing Registration.

Plumbing Fees

This is everything a Contractor or Homeowner needs for Plumbing Fees.

Homeowner Plumbing Projects

Needing to install a sink, shower, bathtub, faucet, or toilet (lavatory)? Replacing a water heater or installing a water softer? Putting in a new garbage disposal? Running a gas line? Homeowners are not allowed to do building sewers, water services or excavations. Please apply for a permit to meet our community’s standards.

Plumbing Trade Exams

This is everything for Plumbing Exams.

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