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Building Permits and Inspections
Each permit package below contains instructions for making application for your project.
Amusement Devices -Temporary amusement devices require this permit type. These are typically used for inflatable bounce houses and temporary rides associated with special events.
Change of Use - Permit required when a building use is changing to a new type. New uses often have new requirements that must be inspected prior to granting occupancy. This often occurs when a home becomes a commercial office or a office space is converted into a restaurant.
Deck -This application type is for new residential and commercial deck structures
Demolition -Destruction of residential and commercial structures
Lake Structure - Any structure build on the shores of Lake Anna
Manufactured Home - Dwellings that are manufactured wholly off-site to be placed at the location of the new home. Often single, double wide and triple wide trailers structures.
Modular Home - Dwellings that are construction in whole or parts off-site to be assembled at the location of the new home.
New Non-Residential Building - Non-Commercial buildings over 256 sq ft that are not used as a primary dwelling. These are generally accessory structures such as detached garages, sheds and storage buildings.
New Single Family Dwelling - Residential primary dwellings such as single family homes or town homes.
Pool/Hot Tub - All pools, hot tubs and spas. Includes all material types of above ground, in-ground and indoor structures.
Renovation/Addition - Any additions to or renovations of primary dwelling or accessory structure.
Tent - Temporary permits for tent structures over 900 sq ft. These are typically used for temporary events such as weddings and other gatherings.
Trades - Residential and Commercial permits for all plumbing, electrical, mechanical, gas and fire suppression projects. Trade permits are included in New Single Family Dwellings and Pool/Hot Tub permits.
Wells - Required for all new and replacement well installations.
- County Zoning Ordinance
- BuildingDepartment.com
- Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development
- State Board for Contractors
- International Code Council (ICC)
- Virginia Building Code Officials Association (VBCOA)
- Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation
- Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation
- Virginia Plumbing and Mechanical Inspectors Association (VPMIA)
- International Association of Electrical Inspectors (IAEI)