City of Wichita - Central Inspection Mechanical/Plumbing Inspection
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Mechanical/Plumbing Inspection

All mechanical/plumbing work for which a permit is required shall be subject to inspection by Central Inspection. It is the responsibility of the mechanical/plumbing inspector to conduct all required inspections.

What is the current mechanical code for the City of Wichita?

The current mechanical code, with amendments, for Wichita is the 2006 International Mechanical Code.

What is required to get a Mechanical license?

Any mechanical contractor must be a master, or employee a master. Proof of insurance is required.

How many apprentices are allowed on the job?

The mechanical contractor is limited to two apprentices per journeyman or master on each job site.

Are there specific clearances that must be maintained in front of the A/C disconnect?

The National Electrical Code requires a working space of 30 inches wide, 36 inches in front of and 6 feet 6 inches high on all new circuits and disconnects. See the drawing for changing out an existing A/C unit.

Are there requirements for purchase of refrigeration condensing units?

Section 3.90.154 of the City of Wichita Ordinance has specific requirements for the purchase of refrigeration condensing units.  The complete ordinance is available at Municipal Code.

What is the current plumbing code for the City of Wichita?

The current plumbing code for Wichita is the 2000 Uniform Plumbing Code.

What is required to get a Plumbing license?

Any plumbing contractor must be a master, or employee of a master. Proof of insurance is required.

How many apprentices are allowed on the job?

The plumbing contractor is limited to two apprentices per journeyman or master on each job site.

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Office of Central Inspection
City Hall, 7th floor
455 N. Main
Wichita, Kansas 67202

Hours:
8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Monday-Friday

Contractor Licensing
Phone: (316) 268-4413

Mechanical Inspection
Phone: (316) 268-4473

Plumbing Inspection
Phone: (316) 268-4471

Sewer Desk
Phone: (316) 268-4341

Fax: (316) 268-4663
E-mail: Central Inspection