Fairfax County, Virginia - Civil name change information and forms for adults and minors. NOTE: Please do not ask Courthouse personnel for legal advice, because Virginia law prohibits them from providing legal advice to you.Basic Requirements: 1. DISCLAIMER: This guide provides information about the legal and administrative steps associated with changing one's name and gender on identity documents. The Zoning Division issues Zoning Permits and coordinates plan approvals related to use and development of residential, commercial and industrial properties. To get the name change court order, you need to apply for it through mail or in person at the Fairfax County Circuit Court. Do not use the signing option when filling out the forms. An application for name change is handled in the Civil Division of the Circuit Court Clerk's Office.