This bill amends several sections of South Dakota law regarding the licensing and inspection fees for plumbers and related professions. Key changes include the establishment of specific maximum fees for various applications and inspections. For instance, the initial application fee for licenses cannot exceed sixty dollars, while the license verification fee is capped at thirty dollars. Additionally, the bill sets limits on plumbing inspection fees, with a single-family dwelling permit fee not exceeding one hundred twenty-five dollars and a multiple-dwelling unit or public building permit fee capped at three hundred twenty-five dollars. The plumbing installation certificate fee is limited to twenty-five dollars, and an administrative late fee may not exceed two hundred dollars.

Furthermore, the bill allows the commission to register nonresident applicants without examination if they are already registered in another state with equivalent plumbing regulations. It also mandates the commission to promulgate rules for various fees related to apprentice licenses and temporary licenses, with a maximum fee of fifty dollars for these applications. Overall, the bill aims to streamline the fee structure and ensure that the costs associated with plumbing licensing and inspections are clearly defined and regulated.

Statutes affected:
Introduced, 01/03/2025: 36-25-19, 36-25-19.1, 36-25-21, 36-25-24, 36-25-24.1
Enrolled, 03/05/2025: 36-25-19, 36-25-19.1, 36-25-21, 36-25-24, 36-25-24.1