Iowa Administrative Code

429.6(1) General. An applicant for licensure as a plumbing or mechanical system professional must successfully pass the licensing examination for the discipline. The examination will be specific to each license type, approved by the board, and administered by the board-approved v…

429.7(1) Renewal period. The period of licensure to operate as a contractor or work as a master, journeyperson or apprentice in the plumbing, mechanical, HVAC-refrigeration, sheet metal, or hydronic disciplines or work as a certified medical gas system installer or work in the sp…

and prior experience requirements set forth in Iowa Code sections 105.18(2)“b”(1) and 105.18(2)“c” are waived for a journeyperson license or master license if the applicant meets the requirements set forth in Iowa Code section 105.18(4). [ARC 7995C, IAB 5/15/24, effective 6/19/24…

429.9(1) An inactive license is not valid for practice but must be renewed in accordance with rule 481—429.7(105). If an inactive license has not been timely renewed and becomes lapsed, the requirements for reinstatement of the license will have to be met. A person with an inacti…

“Board” means the same as defined in Iowa Code section 105.2(2). “Full time” means a minimum of 1,700 hours of work in a one-year period. “Issuing jurisdiction” means the same as defined in Iowa Code section 272C.12(5). “Transferring jurisdiction” means the specific issuing juris…

other states in accordance with Iowa Code section 105.21. [ARC 8001C, IAB 5/15/24, effective 6/19/24; Editorial change: IAC Supplement 4/2/25]

Code chapter 105 applies on forms provided by the board. 430.3(1) Reciprocity criteria. The board may issue a reciprocal license if the following criteria are met: a. The applicant is a nonresident of Iowa; b. The applicant possesses a valid plumbing, mechanical, HVAC-refrigerati…

circumstances. 430.4(1) Eligibility. A person may seek licensure by verification if the criteria in Iowa Code section 272C.12(1) are satisfied. 430.4(2) Board application. The applicant submits all of the following: a. A completed application for licensure by verification. b. Pay…

430.5(1) Work experience. a. An applicant for initial licensure who has relocated to Iowa from another jurisdiction that did not require a license to practice the profession may be eligible for an Iowa license if the applicant meets the conditions set forth in Iowa Code section 2…

by reference. For purposes of these rules, the following additional definitions apply: “Inactive license” means a license that is available for a plumbing, mechanical, HVAC-refrigeration, sheet metal, or hydronic professional who is not actively engaged in running a business or w…

431.2(1) While conducting business or performing work covered under Iowa Code chapter 105, each licensee will keep a copy of the licensee’s board-issued license on the licensee’s person or in an easily retrievable area at the work site. 431.2(2) Each licensee will maintain a resi…

the following, the violation of which may give rise to disciplinary action: 431.3(1) Master license. A contractor will not engage in the business of designing, installing, or repairing plumbing, mechanical, HVAC-refrigeration, or hydronic systems unless at all times the contracto…

following, the violation of which may give rise to disciplinary action: 431.4(1) Contractor relationship. A master may only be a master of record for one contractor in any particular discipline at any one time, except that a contractor or a master may seek prior board approval to…

adhere to the following, the violation of which may give rise to disciplinary action: 431.5(1) Working under supervision. A journeyperson will work under the supervision of a master licensed in the discipline of the work being performed in the design, installation, and repair of …

the following mandates, the violation of which may give rise to disciplinary action: 431.6(1) Working under supervision. An apprentice may only perform work covered under Iowa Code chapter 105 under the supervision of a master or journeyperson. 431.6(2) Contractor. An apprentice …

431.7(1) Medical gas certification. a. A person who possesses a medical gas certification and who performs medical gas brazing will maintain the person’s brazing continuity. b. A person who possesses a medical gas certification will maintain the person’s valid certification issue…

431.8(1) A person possessing an inactive license under 481—subrule 429.2(6) will not perform any plumbing, mechanical, HVAC-refrigeration, sheet metal, or hydronic work for which licensure is mandated so long as the person’s license is held in inactive status. 431.8(2) A person p…

by reference. For the purpose of these rules, the following definitions apply: “Approved program/activity” means a continuing education program/activity meeting the standards set forth in these rules. “Compliance review” means the selection by the board of licensees for verificat…

432.2(1) The continuing education compliance period begins on the license issue date and ends on the license expiration date. 432.2(2) During each continuing education compliance period, each active or inactive master and journeyperson licensee shall obtain the following continui…

432.3(1) Standards for continuing education programs/activities. A program/activity is appropriate for continuing education credit if the program/activity meets all of the following criteria: a. Is board-approved; b. Constitutes an organized program of learning that contributes d…

432.4(1) Procedure and standards for board approval of instructors. An individual seeking board approval to instruct continuing education programs/activities will: a. File an application in the form prescribed by the board without alteration; b. Attach copies of documents, licens…

review of a licensee’s license renewal application to determine compliance with continuing education requirements. 432.5(1) Upon board request, the licensee must submit to the board an individual certificate of completion issued to the licensee or evidence of successful completio…

432.6(1) Automatic exemptions. A licensee will be exempt from the continuing education requirement during the continuing education compliance period when that person: a. Served honorably on active duty in the military service; b. Resided in another state or district having contin…

hardship or extenuating circumstances, grant an extension of time within which to fulfill the minimum continuing education requirements if the request for extension is made prior to the license expiration date. Hardship or extenuating circumstances include documented circumstance…

432.8(1) Non-computer-based continuing education programs/activities. For non-computer-based continuing education programs/activities, at the conclusion of each continuing education course, the course instructor will: a. Inform each attending licensee that a survey of the course …

433.1(1) Complaints can be submitted online, in writing, or verbally and should include the name and contact information of the complainant, the name of the licensee, and a concise statement of the allegations against the licensee. A complaint may also be initiated by the board. …

submit any judgment or settlement in a malpractice claim or any disciplinary action taken by another licensing authority in another state or jurisdiction to the board within 30 days of the date of occurrence. [ARC 8000C, IAB 5/15/24, effective 6/19/24; Editorial change: IAC Suppl…

committed by another licensee will file a report to the board. The report will include the name and contact information of the licensee and the date, time, and place of the incident. [ARC 8000C, IAB 5/15/24, effective 6/19/24; Editorial change: IAC Supplement 4/2/25]

information, solicit a response from the licensee, subpoena records, conduct interviews, gather evidence, and perform other investigatory duties as necessary to inform the board. [ARC 8000C, IAB 5/15/24, effective 6/19/24; Editorial change: IAC Supplement 4/2/25]

433.5(1) The board executive officer or designee may, upon the written request of a board investigator or on the executive officer’s own initiative, subpoena books, papers, records, and other real evidence that are necessary for the board to decide whether to initiate a contested…

433.6(1) A complaint may be assigned to a peer reviewer for review and report to the board. 433.6(2) The board determines what complaints or other matters are referred to a peer reviewer. 433.6(3) Peer reviewers are not liable for acts, omissions, or decisions made in connection …

board to discuss a pending investigation. By electing to participate in the committee appearance, the licensee waives any objection to a board member both participating in the appearance and later participating as a decision maker in a contested case proceeding. By electing to pa…

herein by reference. For purposes of this chapter, the following definitions also apply: “Conviction” means the same as defined in 481—Chapter 429. “Directly relates” or “directly related” means the same as Iowa Code section 272C.1(8)“a” and “b.” “Discipline” means any sanction t…

provided in rule 481—434.3(105,272C) when the board determines that the licensee is guilty of any of the following acts or offenses: 434.2(1) Fraud in procuring a license. Fraud in procuring a license includes but is not limited to an intentional perversion of the truth in making…

disciplinary sanctions: 1. Revocation of license. 2. Suspension of license until further order of the board or for a specific period. 3. Prohibit permanently, until further order of the board or for a specific period, the licensee’s engaging in specified procedures, methods, or a…

determining the nature and severity of the disciplinary sanction to be imposed: 1. The relative serious nature of the violation as it relates to ensuring a high standard of professional care to the citizens of this state; 2. The facts of the particular violation; 3. Any extenuati…

against a person who is not licensed by the board based on the unlawful practices specified in Iowa Code section 105.27(1). In addition to the procedures set forth in Iowa Code chapters 105 and 272C, this chapter applies. 434.5(1) Unlawful practices. Practices by an unlicensed pe…

434.6(1) The board may participate in an income setoff program administered by the department of revenue in accordance with Iowa Code section 421.65 and rules promulgated thereunder. 434.6(2) Definitions. For purposes of this rule, the following definitions apply: “Debtor” means …

conducted by the plumbing and mechanical systems board. [ARC 7999C, IAB 5/15/24, effective 6/19/24; Editorial change: IAC Supplement 4/2/25]

435.10(1) A nondisciplinary contested case includes license denial proceedings. Any party in a nondisciplinary contested case may request that the presiding officer assigned to render a proposed decision be an administrative law judge employed by the department of inspections, ap…

435.11(1) A presiding officer or other person will withdraw from participation in the making of any proposed or final decision in a contested case if that person: a. Has a personal bias or prejudice concerning a party or a representative of a party; b. Has personally investigated…

435.12(1) Consolidation. The presiding officer may consolidate any or all matters at issue in two or more contested cases where: a. The matters involve common parties or common questions of fact or law; b. Consolidation would expedite and simplify consideration of the issues invo…

435.13(1) Pleadings. Pleadings may be required by rule, by the statement of charges, or by order of the presiding officer. 435.13(2) Answer. a. An answer shall be filed within 20 days of service of the statement of charges and notice of hearing that: (1) Identifies on whose behal…

435.14(1) Service—when required. Except where otherwise provided by law, every document filed in a contested case proceeding shall be served upon each of the parties of record to the proceeding, including the person designated as prosecutor for the state, simultaneously with its …

435.15(1) Discovery procedures applicable in civil actions are applicable in contested cases. Unless lengthened or shortened by these rules, by order of the presiding officer, or by agreement of the parties, time periods for compliance with discovery will be as provided in the Io…

435.16(1) Subpoenas issued in a contested case may compel the attendance of witnesses at deposition or hearing and may compel the production of books, papers, records, or other real evidence. A command to produce evidence or to permit inspection may be joined with a command to ap…

435.17(1) Prehearing motions must be in writing, state the grounds for relief, and state the relief sought. 435.17(2) Any party may file a written response to a motion within ten days after the motion is served, unless the time period is extended or shortened by the presiding off…

request prior to the hearing upon written notice filed with the board and served on all parties. Unless otherwise ordered by the board, a withdrawal is with prejudice. [ARC 7999C, IAB 5/15/24, effective 6/19/24; Editorial change: IAC Supplement 4/2/25]

435.19(1) Motion. A motion for leave to intervene in a contested case proceeding shall state the grounds for the proposed intervention, the position and interest of the proposed intervenor, and the possible impact of intervention on the proceeding. A proposed answer or petition i…

“Board” means the plumbing and mechanical systems board as established pursuant to Iowa Code section 105.3. “Contested case” means a proceeding defined by Iowa Code section 17A.2(5) and includes any matter defined as a no factual dispute contested case under Iowa Code section 17A…