A plumbing rough-in means that all water supply and drain pipes have been run through bored holes in the studs and other framing members and that all pipe connections have been made. But no sinks, faucets, or other fixtures and end elements are yet installed at this phase.
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How the Rough-In Fits in the Permitting Process
Roughing-in should be completed before the first visit from a building, electrical or plumbing inspector. These inspections fit into the typical workflow like this:
Wall, floor, and ceiling systems are built and left open. No drywall is installed yet.
The electrician comes in and runs an electrical wire from the service panel to various endpoints, such as outlet receptacles and light switches. Within each box, the wire is left bare-ended and unattached.
Around the same time, the plumber comes in and runs supply and drain pipes through studs and under floors to kitchen and bathroom sinks, showers, bathtubs, laundry rooms, etc.
Inspectors make the first visit and approve or fail the work.
Drywall installers come in to hang and finish the drywall.
Electrician, plumber, and other tradespeople return and install the end-point devices, such as outlets, lights, and light switches for the electrician, and sinks, showers, and bathtubs for the plumber.
Inspectors make a second visit.
The building permit is approved or not. If the permit is not approved based on problems with the installation, the work must be corrected. The inspectors will return until work is completed to their satisfaction.