Permits

Permits

• Apply for a Sewer Permit here. Sign up to create a log-in for the Cityworks public access portal and begin your application.
• To pay for a sewer permit, visit our Make A Payment webpage.

Inspections

A CMSD sewer inspection is required for all projects containing a sewer or pool plan and performing sewer repair work. We request a 2-day notice for scheduling your sewer inspection. 

• To request an inspection, sign up for a Cityworks account or log into your existing Cityworks account.

Contractor License Requirements

CMSD requires certificates of workers’ compensation, general liability, and automobile insurance prior to the issuance of a sewer permit to excavate in the public right-of-way. Contractors must possess an A or C42 license to work in the public right-of-way. For more information regarding our insurance requirements, please review CMSD's Insurance Requirements for Permit Applicants.

Questions?

Contact the District at (949) 645-8400 during our business hours or email us.

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Sewer Fees2 documents

• Orange County Sanitation District Capital Facilities Capacity Charges
  document Header Orange County Sanitation District Capital Facilities Capacity Charges
• Sewer Connection, Plan Check & Inspection Fees
  document Header Sewer Connection, Plan Check & Inspection Fees

Resources & Requirements9 documents

• District Engineer Signature Block
  document Header District Engineer Signature Block
• Insurance Requirements for Permit Applicants
  document Header Insurance Requirements for Permit Applicants
• OCSD Cannabis Facility Procedures
  document Header OCSD Cannabis Facility Procedures
• OCSD Information Request Form
  document Header OCSD Information Request Form
• Operations Code Chapter 6.03
  document Header Operations Code Chapter 6.03
• Sample Plan
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• Sewer Permits & Plan Requirements
  document Header Sewer Permits & Plan Requirements
• Standard Plans & Specifications Manual
  document Header Standard Plans & Specifications Manual
• Standard Sewer Notes
  document Header Standard Sewer Notes