City of Newton, MA
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Important Notice
Starting May 1, 2023 the process for second water meters for irrigation is changing.
Please note the following:
1. The transponder will no longer be picked up at city hall at Inspectional Services Department.
2. The city will be issuing equipment (tail piece, meter, and radio). This equipment will be picked up at 60 Elliot Street (Utility Building; located in rear). This must be picked up by the plumbing contractor. Hours for pick up are Monday, Wednesday, Friday between 7:30am-9:30am and 1:30-2:30pm. Equipment must be picked up within 14 days or availability will not be guaranteed.
3. Payment will not be accepted at 60 Elliot Street. Preferred method of payment will be online with credit card.
4. The permitting process remains the same. Payment for equipment will now be accepted online.
5. Fees are listed below:
Plumbing Permit Fee |
$50.00 without cross connection device or $100.00 with cross connection device |
Water Meter & Parts |
$345.00 |
Water Permit Fee |
$80.00 |
For questions, contact Utilities at 617-796-1640 or refer to the web page here
The following documents are required for any plumbing, gas, or electrical permits:
- Copy of appropriate signed license/s
- Worker's Compensation Insurance Affidavit
- "ACORD" Certificate of Liability Insurance showing Liability; Electrical only (Certificate holder must be city of Newton)
- "ACORD" Certificate of Worker's Compensation Insurance; unless your a sole proprietor (Certificate holder must be city of Newton)
Applications
Online permitting system now offered as of November 1, 2021 for plumbing, gas, and electrical permit applications.
Refer to the following link below:
https://newtonma.viewpointcloud.com
Useful Documents and Resources
- Fee Schedule
- Worker's Compensation Insurance Affidavit
- Plumbing and Gas Complaint Form
- Grease Trap Booklet
- Electrical Service Equipment Ownership-Eversource