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Read a comprehensive list of miscellaneous permit fees.
Browse the permit procedures for Multifamily Residential/Commercial/Industrial developments.
Obtain the building permit procedures for single-family residential developments.
A Special Event Permit is required to hold any outdoor gathering, musical or entertainment festival, parade, or road race as defined in Chapter 14 of the Code of James City County.
A building permit is the authorization to begin construction, alteration or demolition of any multifamily residential, commercial, or industrial structure as required by the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code.
Permits may be obtained and inspections scheduled online through JCC PermitLink.
You should provide the following information to complete the building permit application:
- Address of the property
- Contractor information
- Owner information
- Scope of work