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Chapter 11.1 - Plumbing Code
Division 3 - License, Permits, Registration, Inspection And Fees

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SEC. 11.1.3-1 STATE LICENSE REQUIRED - Except as specifically otherwise provided in this Chapter, it shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to do or perform any plumbing, as that term is defined in the Illinois State Plumbing Code as adopted and modified hereby, within the corporate limits of the Town of Normal without being appropriately licensed under the provisions of the Illinois Plumbing License Law. Notwithstanding the foregoing, all materials attached to water supply mains, including water piping up to the outlet valve of a backflow preventative device must be installed by a licensed plumber. All fire hydrants and water pipes downstream of the backflow prevention device used exclusively for fire protection, shall be installed by a licensed plumber or a sprinkler fitter. (Amended 10/21/02 by Ord. No. 4824)

SEC. 11.1.3-2 LOCAL REGISTRATION REQUIRED - Except as specifically provided in this Chapter, it shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to do or perform any plumbing, as that term is defined in the Illinois State Plumbing Code as adopted and modified hereby, without being appropriately registered as a Plumbing Contractor in the Town of Normal:

  1. Persons, firms or corporations desiring to do or perform plumbing within the Town of Normal shall file as Plumbing Contractors with the Plumbing Inspector the name, place of residence and place of business of all persons doing or performing plumbing work; a copy of the State license authorizing such individual or firm to do or perform such work within the State of Illinois and pay an annual $50.00 registration fee. (Amended 12/18/00 by Ord. No. 4696)

SEC. 11.1.3-3 RESERVED

SEC. 11.1.3-4 RESERVED

SEC. 11.1.3-5 RESERVED

SEC. 11.1.3-6 NON-TRANSFERABILITY - No registration under this Chapter shall be loaned, rented, assigned or transferred.

SEC. 11.1.3-7 RESERVED.

SEC. 11.1.3-8 REVOCATION OF RIGHTS AND PRIVILEGES - Any plumber, person engaging in the business of plumbing or person performing plumbing under contract for a fee may have his registration in the Town of Normal, and thereby his right to perform plumbing within the Town of Normal, revoked by the Board, for cause, after notice and an opportunity to be heard in his own defense. Cause for revocation of registration shall include, but not be limited to:

  1. Refusal or failure to make necessary corrections to plumbing work within a reasonable time after notification of the defects therein;
     
  2. Failure to obtain plumbing permits;
     
  3. Transfer of plumbing permits;
     
  4. Failure to call for required inspections;
     
  5. Unwillingness or inability to install plumbing in accordance with the terms and provisions of this Chapter;
     
  6. Performing work not authorized by the class of license held; and
     
  7. Violation of any provision of this Chapter.

SEC. 11.1.3-9 PERMITS REQUIRED - Except as specifically otherwise provided in this Chapter, it shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to do or perform any "plumbing" as that term is defined in the Illinois State Plumbing Code as adopted and modified hereby without first obtaining a permit in the manner provided by Rule 14.4 of said Code, as so adopted and modified.

SEC. 11.1.3-10 EXPIRATION AND TRANSFERABILITY OF PLUMBING PERMITS

  1. Transferability - Plumbing permits shall not be transferable and if after issuance, another person, firm or corporation desires to complete the work initiated under a permit, it shall be necessary to obtain a new plumbing permit authorizing such completion.
     
  2. Expiration - If plumbing work is not commenced under a permit within six months after the date of issuance, the permit shall be considered to have expired.

SEC. 11.1.3-11 FEES.

  1. A. Charges - Fees for plumbing and irrigation permits and the inspection of work performed thereunder shall be as follows:
    1. For each plumbing permit, the charges shall be $7.00 per opening for 1 and 2 family construction and $10.00 per opening for all other work with a $25.00 minimum. The word "opening" being meant to include all openings left for waste pipes, whether fixtures are set or not, including the following: (Amended 5/3/82)(Amended 2/16/87)(Amended 1/19/93 by Ord. 4104)(Amended 4/16/01 by Ord. No. 4720)
      1. Bathtub - with or without shower;
      2. Water closets - floor and wall mount;
      3. Bidet;
      4. Shower - stall or compartment;
      5. Lavatory - bar sinks;
      6. Urinal - pedestal, wall type, floor and trough;
      7. Drinking fountains;
      8. Kitchen sink - including garbage disposal and dishwasher;
      9. Drain - floor, explosion proof, grease, oil, sand and all other interceptors;
      10. Automatic washer standpipe and all "p" traps that catch indirect waste;
      11. Dishwasher - restaurant or commercial.
         
    2. When changes in soil, waste or vent pipes are made but no changes are made in the number of locations of the fixtures, the person obtaining said permit hereinabove, shall pay a permit fee computed at the rate of $0.003 x material and labor valuation required to complete the requested changes, with a $25.00 minimum. (Amended 5/3/82)(Amended 2/16/87)(Amended 1/19/93 by Ord. 4104)(Amended 4/16/01 by Ord. No. 4720)
       
    3. Replacing water heater - $25.00 (Added 5/3/82)(Amended 2/16/87)(Amended 1/19/93 by Ord. 4104)(Amended 4/16/01 by Ord. No. 4720)
       
    4. Lawn Sprinkler Systems - $25.00 (Added 4/16/84)(Amended 2/16/87)(Amended 1/19/93 by Ord. 4104)(Amended 4/16/01 by Ord. No. 4720)
       
    5. Sewer Service $0.00 to $5,000.00 $25.00
      $5,000.00 and up $25.00 plus $0.003 x valuation
      (Added 4/16/01 by Ord. No. 4720)
       
    6. Water Service $0.00 to $5,000.00 $25.00
      $5,000.00 and up $25.00 plus $0.003 x valuation

      (Added 4/16/01 by Ord. No. 4720)
       
  2. Doing Work Without a Permit – If any person initiates construction, erection or alteration of plumbing in any structure without first taking out a permit, or installs an irrigation system, such person shall pay, in addition to the regular fees prescribed for permits, an additional amount equal to 100% of the fee required. Any such individual, if a registered plumber, may have his Town of Normal Registration revoked and upon conviction, may be subject to the penal provisions of this Chapter for violation of the Plumbing Code. No change or modifications of plans or specifications shall be made after a permit has been issued unless said changes have first been approved by the Plumbing Inspector.

SEC. 11.1.3-12 INSPECTIONS.

  1. Inspection Required. It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to conceal or utilize any plumbing work, appurtenance, appliance, fixture, system or portion thereof without at each appropriate stage in the installation, alteration or repair, calling for a plumbing inspection in the manner provided in Article XIV of the Illinois State Plumbing Code as adopted and modified hereby.
     
  2. Procedure. The Plumbing Inspector shall be notified by the person performing the plumbing work when it or any portion of it is ready for inspection at least twenty-four (24) hours prior to the requested inspection time. All work shall be left uncovered and convenient for inspection until inspected and approved. The Inspector shall endeavor to examine the work within one working day after notified that it is ready for inspection. All plumbing work when placed in position may be required to be tested by appropriate tests in the presence of the Inspector and any and all defects corrected. On satisfactory completion of the plumbing work and approval by the Inspector, the premises, installation or portion thereof obtaining approval shall be so posted.
     
  3. Inspection Upon Complaint. Upon complaint, in writing, of any citizen of this Town alleging the existence of an unsafe condition in any part of any such plumbing system within the Town, it shall be the duty of such Plumbing Inspector to inspect such part complained of, and if he finds that such complaint is well grounded, or if he otherwise finds any defect, to require the owner of the property on which the defective condition is located to put such part in proper condition, and it shall then be the duty of such owner to put such defective part in proper condition.
     
  4. Condemnation of Plumbing Work or Equipment: Right of Appeal. The Town Plumbing Inspector shall have the authority upon inspection or reinspection, either pursuant to permit, on complaint or on his own initiative, to condemn any and all plumbing work installed or being installed that may be done without permit; that may be done contrary to approved plans, specifications and drawings; or that may be done by any person, firm, association, partnership or corporation not entitled to do plumbing within the Town of Normal; or that is in a condition which may be considered unsafe or hazardous to life or property. Upon condemnation of such work, he shall serve a written notice upon the person owning, using or installing the same, or the person, firm or corporation owning the property on which such plumbing is located, requiring such person to place the work in a secure and safe condition and one which is in all respects in compliance with the provisions herein contained. It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to utilize condemned plumbing work.

SEC. 11.1.3-13 EXCEPTIONS.

A. From the License and Registration Requirements of SEC. 11.1.3-1 and 11.1.3-2. The owner-occupant of a one-family dwelling may, with the assistance of any member of his family, personally carry on in such house any work governed by this Chapter without a plumbing license or registration, provided that such owner shall obtain a permit for any such work, shall call for inspections as provided in this Chapter and the State Plumbing Code as adopted and modified hereby, and shall install all plumbing to meet or exceed the standards provided in this Chapter and in the manner depicted on the approved plans, specifications and drawings, if any. Such ownership and occupancy shall be retained for at least one year from the date of final inspection and approval of such work.