There is a wealth of information provided concerning Building Permits and Code Inspections. We encourage you to read through each section that applies to your project.

• Model Codes Adopted
• Permit Requirements
• Accomack County Design Loads and Criteria
• Required Minimum Inspections
• Wind-resistant Construction Requirements
• Construction in Flood Hazard Zones
• Common Reasons for Residential Building Inspection Failures
• Links to Additional Resources

• 2006 International Building Code
• 2006 International Plumbing Code
• 2006 International Mechanical Code
• 2006 National Electrical Code
• 2006 International Fuel Gas Code
• 2006 International Energy Conservation Code
• 2006 International Residential Code

• Wind Load: 110-three second gust
•                     90-fastest mile
• Seismic Zone: A1
• Roof Snow Load: 15 lbs PSF
• Termite: Moderate to Heavy
• Decay: Severe
• Weathering: Severe
• Frost Line Depth: 12 inches minimum
• Winter Design Temperature: 20-degrees
• Flood Hazards Adopted June 1, 1984 (New FEMA Panels March 16, 2009)