HVAC Permits

HVAC PERMIT APPLICATION SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES       

  
WHEN REQUIRED:

A Heating, Venting & Air Conditioning Permit (Mechanical) is required for the erection, alterations, repair, relocation, replacement, addition to use or maintain components, equipment, or systems, per Connecticut State Building Code. Examples of the type of work requiring a Mechanical Permit include, but is not limited to, Duct Systems, Heating Systems, Air Conditioning Systems, Exhaust Systems, and Refrigeration Systems.

WHO CAN APPLY:

Any person holding a valid CT License to do Heating, Venting & Air Conditioning Work or Authorized Agent for the Holder. A property owner of a single-family residence who permanently resides at the property may apply for an electrical permit. 

HVAC PERMIT APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

Until further notice the following procedures are in place:

All applications are to be submitted electronically by email to Building@BridgeportCT.Gov. All required and supporting documents are to be submitted in PDF format, along with the Mechanical Application.

Provide the Following: 

1. Select “Application for Mechanical Permit” and Complete the Application [Include Value of Work and Email Addresses] Note: Applications are in a fillable format, and do not require printing or scanning (unless if printed and information is handwritten) Download application or print. Note: If printed, a PDF copy will need to be made of the Application. NOTE: Permit Applications must be signed by the Property Owner 

     2. Required documents to be submitted with Mechanical Permit Application: 

• Copy of Contractor's current CT License Card 
• If agent – Provide a Letter, on Company Letterhead, signed by the Trade Registered Card Holder - indicating the agents name as the authorized representative, type of permit, address of the work, and anticipated start date. Agent must show photo identification. 

     3. Typical Supporting Documents to be submitted as applicable: 

• Detailed Written Scope of Work [what removed, what new, types & size of materials to be used, attachment, etc.] 
• Detailed Construction Drawings and Specifications 
• Copies of Manufacturer Material Data Sheets and Other Related Information
• Copies of all applicable Pre-Approvals from Federal Government or CT State 

     4. Once the application is complete, and PDF copies are made of the required and supporting documents, submit application and all required and supporting documents to Building@Bridgeportct.gov

SPECIAL NOTE: 

Per City Ordinance 15.08.020 - No Permits can be issued by the Building Department if there are delinquent Property Tax and/or WPCA Sewer User Fees. 

CONSULT THESE RESOURCES FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Building Energy Codes Program: RES check and COM check 
Connecticut State Building Code 
Request for Modification of the State Building Code 
Work Exempt from Building Permit 
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