Plumbing approvals & inspections

Plumbing inspections

Council must inspect all Permit Work before it is covered, to ensure the work complies with the relevant laws, regulations and codes.

Council’s inspection indicates compliance with approvals, not quality of workmanship.

Your licensed plumber or drainer will book the plumbing inspection with Council. In most cases, bookings can be taken for the following day if requested before 3:00pm. However, times are limited and to effectively manage our resources so we can provide a high level of customer service, we suggest you book the inspection at least 48 hours in advance.

Plumbing inspection requests

Council is now trialling an alternate method for licensed plumbers (or their representative) to request plumbing inspections. Requests can be submitted here at any time, and will be assessed by the Plumbing Admin team during regular business hours.

Please note the following conditions:

• Available inspection times/ days (i.e. 7:30AM-2:30PM Mon-Fri). For inspections required outside these hours, please call 4044 8235.
• Online Booking request cut-off is 5pm 2 business days before inspection date (e.g. Bookings for Wednesday will need to be submitted by 5pm Monday). For urgent requests, call 4044 8235.
• Requests for specific inspection times will be considered, but not guaranteed.
• An approved Plumbing Application and Form 7 is required before Inspection will be booked and confirmed.
• Confirmation of booking request submission will be sent to listed number/ email address.
• If any changes/ cancellations are required after submission, please call 4044 8235.

Final inspection certificate

We use Form 19—Final inspection certificate to certify that the permit work is compliant, operational and fit for use. The certificate is issued when all work under the permit, or a distinct part of the work, is complete.

Copies of the form are issued to the licensed plumber, permit holder and owner.

If you need a replacement copy of the final inspection certificate, please email pladmin@cairns.qld.gov.au