Permits for boilers and pressure vessels are available at DPD's Applicant Service Center (location & hours). Be prepared before you come in! Download the boiler and pressure vessel permit application form online at our Over-the-counter forms website. Download CAM 104, Getting an OTC Permit, for more information.
For inspection information, visit the Boiler and Pressure Vessel inspections website.
Permit Requirements
Boilers
All boilers installed in the city of Seattle require a permit and an inspection. The applicant must supply the following information:
- Work site address
- Applicant information
- Owner/tenant of the work site
- Installer information
- Boiler information: manufacturer’s name, boiler type-electric, steam, hot water, gas, oil, propane
- Identification number
- Heating surface in square feet
Pressure Vessels (Unfired)
A pressure vessel is a closed container having a nominal internal diameter exceeding six inches and a volume exceeding 1-1/2 cubic feet. Air compressors, expansion tanks, and air tanks are examples of pressure vessels. Applicants must supply the following information:
- Work site address
- Applicant information
- Description of installation
- Installer information
- Pressure vessel information:
— Type
— Manufacturer's name
— Identification number on the pressure vessel
— Size: Diameter or maximum width in inches and length in inches - Identification number
Licensing
The professional who applies for boiler or pressure vessel permits must be licensed. Please see more information about licensing on our Trade Licensing website.
