Requirements for Making
Application for Building Permit

For more information on Building Permit Applications you can email: bldginsp@co.hanover.va.us.

All Permits

1. A completed Building Permit Application.
2. Contractors must furnish a copy of their valid Virginia Contractors License.
3. Applicants not required by law to be licensed as contractors must submit a written statement, supported by an affidavit, that he/she is not subject to licensure as a contractor, subcontractor or owner-developer. This statement is available in the Building inspector’s Office.
4. A completed Asbestos Certification Form is required for renovation, demolition and reroofing work performed on structures built prior to January 1, 1985.
5. If the building will use a private sewage disposal system and/or a private water source, a completed Commonwealth of VA Application for Sewage Disposal and/or Water Supply Permit shall be submitted with the Building Permit application. If the Sewage disposal and/or Water Supply permit has already been filed with the Health Department simply fill in the Health Permit number on the Building Permit Application.

Residential (in addition to the requirements for all permits)

1. Two sets of plans and specifications must accompany every building permit application.
2. Three plot plans showing the location of the proposed structure on the lot with all setbacks dimensioned.
3. Completed Chesapeake Bay Preservation Act Program and Erosion & Sediment Control Program application form.
4. Application will not be accepted if the subdivision or new section of subdivision has not been recorded.
5. If applications are incomplete, they will not be accepted. (square footage, GPIN numbers, district, etc.).
6. If the dwelling is to be constructed on a lot requiring a cash proffer payment, a copy of the payment receipt is required.
   

Commercial (in addition to the requirements for all permits)

1. Two sets of the plans.
2. One copy of the specifications.
3. One copy of the calculations.
4. Two copies of the soil report.
5. A Statement of Special Inspections, prepared by the registered design professional of record for the project, must be submitted with all building permit applications for commercial building designs that require the practice of professional engineering or architecture. This is a mandatory requirement of the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building This statement shall include a complete list of materials and work requiring special inspection in accordance with the VUSBC, the inspections to be performed and a list of the individuals, approved agencies and firms intended to be retained by the owner to conduct such inspections. (4 copies)
6. An approved Site Plan or proof that the site plan, variance or conditional use permit is approved.
7. A completed Department of Public Utilities fixture count form, including other Department of Public Utilities Building Permit Requirements.
8. If applications are incomplete, they will not be accepted (Construction Type, Use Group, square footage, GPIN numbers, district, traffic zone, etc.).