Massachusetts § 21A - Permits for plumbing and gas fitting work; proof of liability insurance or bond
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§ 21A. Permits for plumbing and gas fitting work; proof of liability insurance or bond
Section 21A. Notwithstanding the provisions of any general or special law to the contrary, no licensed plumber or gas fitter, acting in the capacity of a self-employed contractor, shall be issued a permit for the performance of plumbing and gas fitting, pursuant to this chapter unless the licensee has a current liability insurance policy including completed operations coverage, which has been issued by an insurance company licensed to do business within the commonwealth, or other type of indemnity against liability providing substantially equivalent coverage, or a bond. The licensee shall check the appropriate block on the uniform application to perform plumbing and gas work.
In lieu of such insurance requirement, plumbing and gas inspectors shall accept the signature of the owner or his agent on the uniform application for a permit to perform plumbing or gas work upon the property of said owner.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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What does Massachusetts General Laws § 21A cover?
Section 21A ("Permits for plumbing and gas fitting work; proof of liability insurance or bond") is part of the Massachusetts General Laws, the codified statutory law of Massachusetts. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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