Installation / Alteration Permit for Boilers or Pressure Vessels
When do I need to get an Installation / Alteration Permit for Boilers or Pressure Vessels?
A permit is needed to install or alter any boiler or pressure vessel, which is not housed in a private residence, when the boiler or pressure vessel meets the parameters below:
- power (usually steam) boiler above 10 kw (34,152 BTU's) operating at 103 kPa (15 psi) or above, or
- heating (hot water) boilers above 20 kw (68,304 BTU's) operating at 201 kPa (30 psi) or above, or
- heating (biomass) boilers above 20 kw (68,304 BTU's) operating at 201 kPa (30 psi) or above, or
- pressure vessels having an internal diameter of more than 152.4 mm (6 inches) operating at 103 (15 psi) or above
You do not need a permit to install or alter a boiler or pressure vessel that is vented to the atmosphere (or is not under pressure).
- NB-365 Report of Boiler Installation (Form-1) is to be completed for installation of all boilers and fuel-fired potable water heaters. E-Mail to landsdivision@gov.pe.ca
Are there additional requirements?
Yes. Any person who installs or alters a boiler or pressure vessel, under the authority of a permit, must hold a valid Mechanical Contractor's License.
What is the cost?
The cost for an Installation / Alteration Permit for Boilers or Pressure Vessels is $35, plus applicable inspection fees. Contact staff with the department to confirm the cost of inspection fees. HST is applicable.
How can I get a permit?
You must complete an application and forward it to the department. Make cheques payable to the PEI Minister of Finance.
How long will it take to obtain an Installation / Alteration Permit for Boilers or Pressure Vessels?
Allow three days to process your application.
Who can I contact for more information?
Nancy Chiasson (Chief Boiler Inspector)
J. Elmer Blanchard Building
31 Gordon Drive
Charlottetown, PEI
Telephone: (902) 368-5567
Fax: (902) 368-5526
Email: nancypchiasson@gov.pe.ca
David W McCarthy (Senior Boiler Inspector)
J. Elmer Blanchard Building
31 Gordon Drive
Charlottetown, PEI
Telephone: (902) 316-1699
Fax: (902) 368-5526
Email: dwmccarthy@gov.pe.ca
Jennifer McCabe (Boiler Inspector)
J. Elmer Blanchard Building
31 Gordon Drive
Charlottetown, PEI
Phone: (902) 314-0685
Fax: (902) 368-5526
Email: jmmccabe@gov.pe.ca
Wade Silliker (Boiler Inspector)
J. Elmer Blanchard Building
31 Gordon Drive
Charlottetown, PEI
Phone: (902) 218-3892
Fax: (902) 368-5526
Email: wsilliker@gov.pe.ca