Right of Way - Permits & Inspections FAQs
  • ​ ​When is a right of way permit required?

    ​​Right of Way Permit:

    Right of way permits are required for logging activities within the City of Virginia Beach to protect the public's health, safety and welfare. Right of way permits are required for any activity within the right of way or easements belonging to the City of Virginia Beach.

    The activities may include, but are not limited to the following:

    • Installation of utilities, i.e. Cox Cable, Virginia Natural Gas, Telephone and Virginia Power
    • Installation of storm drain piping which would also require an approved plan as well as a right of way permit
    • Installation of new driveways
    • Open cutting of a roadway or sidewalk for repair or installation of utilities
    • Any blocking of a lane of traffic or a sidewalk for which a traffic and pedestrian control plan is required
    • Any encroachment into the City right of way
  • How are right of way permit inspections handled?
    ​​Right of Way Inspection:

    Permits are generally reviewed and approved by Civil Inspections within seven working days of receipt of the application. Permits state the conditions and requirements for activities to take place.

  • How much does a right of way permit cost?

    ​Right of Way Permit Cost: 
    The fee for a right of way permit from Civil Inspections is $100.00. The permit is valid for one year from the date of issuance.

    Right of way permits may be obtained in two locations:

    • The Civil Inspections office is located in Building #2 (Operations Building) of the Municipal Center at 2405 Courthouse Drive. Civil Inspections may be contacted by calling (757) 385-4558.
    • The Development Services Center (DSC), also located in Building #2, may be contacted by calling (757) 385-8277. The DSC generally covers right of way permits pertaining to new subdivisions, site construction and larger projects requiring approved plans for activities.
  • What is required to obtain a right of way permit?

    ​Right of Way Permit Required Information:

    • Application
    • DSC Notice- Subcontractor's Attachment
    • Proof of liability insurance is required
    • Certain bonding procedures may be required depending on the actual activities taking place under the permit
    • Plans
    • Traffic control
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