Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Permit Atlas
What is Permit Atlas?
Permit Atlas helps plumbing contractors quickly identify which government entity (city, county, town, or village) has authority over plumbing permits for any US address.
Enter any US address, and we instantly determine which jurisdiction handles plumbing permits using official Census TIGER boundary data and our researched permit office database.
We use official government boundary data combined with our researched database of permit offices. Verified entries (marked with ✓) have been personally confirmed.
Important: Always verify with your local permit office before starting work, as requirements can change.
Yes. Permit Atlas helps you identify the correct jurisdiction quickly, but you should always contact the permit office to confirm current requirements, fees, and processing times.
Think of Permit Atlas as your starting point, not your final answer.
All 50 US states plus Washington DC. Boundary data covers every state, with ongoing research and verification of permit office details.
Try reformatting the address (e.g., "123 Main St, Houston, TX"). If still not found, the address may be in an unincorporated area.
You can report missing jurisdictions using the "Report Issue" button on the results page.
It means we haven't verified that jurisdiction's specific permit requirements yet. You must contact them directly to confirm if a permit is required.
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Yes! Permit Atlas works on any device. Visit permit-atlas.com from your phone or tablet.
Boundary data: Updated annually from official sources
Permit requirements: Updated as we research and verify
If you notice incorrect information, use the "Report Issue" feature.