Permits & Inspections
Due to the COVID-19 virus the physical office is closed. If you need assistance, please call 757-385-4211 Option 3 or send us an email to perminsp@vbgov.com. Please bear in mind all responses will be within normal working hours. For businesses looking for assistance through the COVID-19 Pandemic please visit the City of Virginia Beach Economic Development page at www.yesvirginiabeach.com. Resources are available to assist in these uncertain times. The mission of the Permits and Inspections Division is to administer the Uniform Statewide Building Code and associated laws and ordinances of the Commonwealth of Virginia and the City of Virginia Beach in a courteous, responsive, and professional manner in order to contribute to the health, safety, and welfare of the community.

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In October 2011 Permits & Inspections Introduced a new Enhanced Automated Permitting System named ACCELA.  This system enables customers to obtain permits over the Internet, schedule their inspections and view the results.  ACCELA also allows Permits and Inspections to accept most major credit cards (Mastercard, American​ Express, and Discover).  In order to use these features you must first Register for an Account.  Then you can Schedule an Inspection Online.  The system is available 24/7.

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