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Permits, Licenses, and Zoning
This page contains information about where to obtain licenses and permits. Please visit the Department of Development Services for additional details.
Issued Building Permits
These PDF documents list building permits issued for large projects. They include demolition, new buildings, and additions. They do not include smaller projects even if a building permit was part of the project.
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Issued Permits
These PDF documents list all permits issued within the date range.
Most Recent Issued Permit
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Issued Building Permits
These PDF documents list building permits issued for large projects. They include demolition, new buildings, and additions. They do not include smaller projects even if a building permit was part of the project.
Most Recent Issued Building Permit
View All Issued Building Permits
Issued Permits
These PDF documents list all permits issued within the date range.
Most Recent Issued Permit
View All Issued Permits
Building and Construction
Informational Handouts
Informational Handouts
- Brochure #1: Building Permit Fees and Process Summary
- Brochure #2: Requirements for Application for a Permit
- Brochure #3: Plan Submission Requirements
- Building Safety Division
- Commercial Bonds Guidelines and Requirements
- Deck Plan Guidelines
Note: The city does not accept this in lieu of permit plans - Demolition Permit Requirements
- Fee Schedule (Development Services and Public Works)
- Floodplain Requirements
- Grading Plan Requirements
- Grading Plan Requirements - Urban Forestry
- Green Home Award Program
- Mechanical Permit Manual J Requirements
- Retaining Wall How-To Guide
Note: The city does not accept this in lieu of permit plans - Right-of-Way Work General Conditions
- Site Plan Checklist
- Solar Panel (PV System) Installation Checklist
- Special Exception Checklist
- Standard Sidewalk
- Standard Street Cut Detail
- Stormwater Permit Guidance Document
- Virginia Runoff Reduction Method New Development Spreadsheet
- Virginia Runoff Reduction Method Redevelopment Spreadsheet
- Amusement Devices Permit
- Building Permit
- Building Permit: ADA Compliance Form
- Building Permit: Asbestos Certification
- Building Permit: Mechanic's Lien Agent Addendum
- Building Permit: Outside Work Addendum
- Building Permit: Waiver for Fences and Sheds
- Construction General Permit Registration Statement (VSMP)
- Construction General Permit Registration Statement (VSMP) - Notice of Termination
- Electrical Permit
- Erosion and Sediment Control Bond Estimate
- Fire Alarm and Sprinkler Permit
- Fuel Gas Permit
- Fuel-Gas Vent Certification Form
Note: This is required after any fuel-gas appliance is installed or replaced - Geothermal Well and Stormwater Direct Connection
- Historic Architectural Review Application
- Mechanical Permit
- Mechanical Permit Manual J Requirements
- Plumbing Permit
- Right-of-Way (Permit to Work in City Right-of-Way)
- Right-of-Way
Note: This is for lane closures only - Sanitary Sewer Service Application
- Sign Permit
- As-Built Site Plan Requirements
- Bond Refund Request
Note: This requires a Federal W-9 form filed at the same time - Disclosure Statement
- Grading Plan
- Planning Application
- Right-of-Way
Note: This is a permit to work in the City Right-of-Way (ROW) - Site Plan
- Zoning Variance, Special Use, and Appeal
- See Also: Use of Public Streets Permits and Forms
Business
Use of Public Streets
- Business Closure Letter
- Business License
- Child Care License
- Home Occupation Permit
- Industrial Review Bond Application
- Massage Therapy Establishment Permit
- Massage Therapist Permit
- Meals Tax Report
- Pawnbroker License Information
- Peddler's, Solicitor's, and Canvasser's Permit Information
- Precious Metals Dealer's Permit
- Precious Metals Dealer's Permit Information
- Sign Permit
- Transient Occupancy Tax Form
- Work Permit
- Zoning Map
- Residential Lot Yard Sizes
- Building Heights
- Floodplain Development Restrictions
- Residential Shed FAQ
- Home Businesses
Use of Public Streets
- Block Party Road Closure Request
- Dumpster or Portable Storage on City Street Request
- Drive-Through Permit
- Noise Variance
- Parking Permit
- Restricted Parking Request Form
- Parking Space Reservation Request
- Right-of-Way (Permit to Work in City Right-of-Way)
- Right-of-Way (Lane Closure Only)
- Right-of-Way General Conditions
- Right-of-Way Special Conditions - Lane Closure
- Right-of-Way Special Conditions - Concrete Work
- Right-of-Way Special Conditions - Pavement & Open Cuts
- Right-of-Way Standard Details