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Frequently Asked Questions - FAQ
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How much will my permit cost? Click here to review the fees for permits. As there may be other fees associated with your project, be sure to visit the full Fee Schedule. When does a building permit expire and how can I extend it? Building permits are valid for six months after the issue date. You need to have started construction within six months for the permit to remain active. If you have not started construction within six months, you can apply to the Department of Building, Planning and Zoning for a six months extension. - return to top - What building code does Accomack County use? We have included a comprehensive listing of adopted technical model codes for construction in Accomack County in our section on Building Permits and Code Inspections. - return to top - When do I need to call for an inspection? A minimum 24 hours notice is required for all inspection requests. How do I schedule an inspection? Call the Department of Building, Planning, and Zoning at 787-5721 or 824-5223. What flood zone is my property in? You can find out this information in two ways: calling or visiting our office, or visiting the FEMA website and looking it up online. We have complete information on how to do either of these on our Flood Map Determination page. How close can I build to the water? If your property is on the Bayside, you need to leave a buffer of 100 feet from the edge of the water, or the inland edge of any adjacent wetlands. No structures are to be built within this buffer. There are possible exceptions for construction on lots recorded prior to 1990 and for minor additions to homes built prior to 1990. Call the Department of Building, Planning, and Zoning at 787-5726 or 824-5223 for more information. Do I need approval to subdivide my land? Please review our section on the Subdivision of Land for this information. What are the road requirements for a subdivision? Please review our section on the Subdivision of Land for this information. More Information If you do not see your question above, be sure to check the list of services and topics covered for the subject area of your question and review that information. If after review, you still have questions, you are welcome to call us at (757) 787-5721, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. We do ask that you first explore the website to find the answer to your question. - return to top -
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