The Building Development Division (BDD) of the Department of Development Services enforces the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code to ensure the buildings in which we live, work and play are safe. Working with BDD is only one of many steps in the building construction process. BDD deals specifically with reviewing building construction plans and specifications, issuing building construction permits, performing critical building construction inspections, and ensuring building code compliance.
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Building Development Forms and Applications
Building Development Policies and Procedures
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Do I Need a Permit?
Some home improvement projects require a permit or approvals and some don’t. Use this quick guide to see if you need approvals for modifications to one or two-family dwellings and townhouses.
Contractor Licensing
The Building Development Division issues home improvement contractor’s licenses in Prince William County. Learn more about the requirements and how to get a license.
Building Complaints & Concerns
Citizens and businesses can contact the Building Development Division with complaints or concerns regarding construction or building projects. The Building Code Enforcement Section will investigate concerns regarding construction and building projects in the community.
Residential Solar
Information on how to obtain the necessary permits for your Residential Solar project.
Residential Docks
Information on how to obtain the necessary permits for your Residential Dock project.
Building Safety Month
Information on Building Safety Month 2024 activities