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In all districts, a freestanding accessory structure that exceeds a height of 12 feet must be located a minimum distance equal to the structure's height from the rear lot line. For example, a detached garage that is 15 feet tall must be 15 feet away from the rear lot line.
Footing trench bottoms shall be level and a minimum of 18″ below grade (frost depth). Soft areas including fill must be excavated until suitable bearing soil is exposed. If a soils report is required the footing trench bottoms are to be excavated to the depth required by the report.
Frost line means 24 inches below the finished grade in the city.
As for the depth, you need to dig down to the locally accepted frost depth. In most of Northern Virginia, that is 24″ down. If you live farther north, you may be digging down three or four feet.
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; ...
Permits are required for the construction of a new building, shed, deck, additions, or renovations to existing structures.
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.
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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; ...
