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Washington, D.C. plumbing systems have several regulations governing their installation and repair. A plumbing permit request must be submitted and include provisions to replace existing electrical grounding systems as needed and for necessary pressure tests. Some of the Washington, D.C. plumbing regulations that are important for you to be aware of include certain materials, joints, and traps that are prohibited for use in Washington D.C. plumbing systems. Also you should note that every building with a plumbing system in Washington, D.C. must have independent connections to the public system and an independent sanitary or combined sewer connection for discharging liquid wastes and sewage to the public system. Plumbing for house sewers and water services must lie at least 4 feet away from any parallel bearing wall and at least 3 feet from any parallel lot line or lot line extended. Washington, D.C. plumbers can assist you with ensuring that regulations are met.
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Washington DC City Facts
• Washington, D.C. requires contractors to have an insurance policy of $50,000 for injury in a single accident, $100,000 for multiple people in one accident, and $10,000 for property damage in an accident. They must also have a $5,000 surety bond with the Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs
• Washington, D.C. requires that every applicant for a building permit first complete an Environmental Impact Form (EIF) to determine possible environmental impacts of the project on the community.
• A Washington, D.C. permit for construction is required for new construction and foundations, additions, alterations and repairs of existing buildings, demolition, a retaining wall, fence, shed, garage, vault, signs, awnings, and interior layout of tenant spaces.