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Backflow prevention and cross-connection control (BPCCC)

Plumbing sunset bill makes several notable changes

House Bill 24-1344 made a number of changes to the Plumbing Practice Act. Most significantly, amendments added to HB24-1344 during the legislative process now permit only licensed plumbers to install, inspect, test, repair, and remove backflow prevention devices. 

Read the joint message from DORA and CDPHE Regarding HB24-1344.

Request to the Colorado State Plumbing Board

CDPHE executive director Jill Hunsaker Ryan sent a letter to the Colorado State Plumbing Board about House Bill 24-1344.

Backflow prevention

Colorado drinking water regulations (Regulation 11)

  • Regulation 11, Section 11.39 Backflow Prevention and Cross-Connection Control Rule
  • Please note that the backflow rule (11.39) was updated with an effective date of October 15, 2023  

Policy 7: Backflow Prevention and Cross-Connection Control Rule Policy

  • Policy 7 provides additional information on how the backflow rule (11.39) is implemented

Questions about backflow or feedback on errors within documents?