General Permits

General Permit for Construction of Water Distribution Mains

In lieu of obtaining a construction permit for each distribution main project, a waterworks owner may elect to obtain a General Permit.

  • All requests for a General Permit are directed initially to the appropriate ODW field office.
  • The waterworks must have an approved Local Review Program that includes General Specifications and Plan Details (Standards) for water distribution mains.

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Last Updated: February 12, 2026