Permits are typically required for the following projects: alterations to existing commercial structures; commercial structures; carport enclosures; decks; demolition; electrical systems; finished basements; garages and sheds; HVAC systems; mobile homes; plumbing systems; pools, spas and hot tubs; renovations; ...
Compliance with a notice of violation notwithstanding, the building official may request legal proceedings be instituted for prosecution when a person, firm or corporation is served with three or more notices of violation within one calendar year for failure to obtain a required construction permit prior to ...
All gas water heaters in the State of Virginia require that a permit be issued so that your local jurisdiction can come and inspect our workmanship for code compliance.
A building permit is required for all new residential, commercial, and industrial construction – including alterations and equipment installations in Fairfax County.
So the information here is what is happening now. You can always check with your local permit office for current approval times. For a typical project in Fairfax County (public utilities, no RPA or Flood Zone, no full geotech report required, etc), you can expect your permit to be approved in 4 – 8 weeks.
On a single-family house, most routine work does not require a permit. You can: Paint, add or replace carpet, tile or hardwood floors, replace cabinets, and even replace paneling and drywall without a permit. Replace your windows and doors, as long as you don't change the size of the opening in the wall.
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Real Estate tax bills are due in two installments on July 28 and December 5 of each calendar year. If the due date falls on a weekend, the due date moves to the next business day.
You can also call our office at 703-222-8234, TTY 711 or send an email to DTAPPD@fairfaxcounty.
Fairfax County Clerk's Office The Clerk's Office is open from 8 A.M. to 4 P.M., Monday through Friday. It is located at 4110 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax, VA, 22030. Email: The Clerk's Office answers email during normal business hours. You can email us at GDCMail@fairfaxcounty.