Development Services Offers Online Early Assistance for Commercial Real Estate Projects

Development Services Building Development Division is leveraging virtual scheduling to adapt to the changing needs of customers, offering a more efficient, convenient and cost-effective experience.

With the recent launch of a Virtual Appointment Scheduling System, customers can now book time with county experts for commercial project support, at a time that works best for them.

“The impact on the commercial real estate and building industry is wide reaching, providing access to a broader customer base, including those who may not be local,” said Mandi Spina, Director, Department of Development Services.

Online Early Assistance for Commercial Real Estate Projects is for customers seeking property exploration research and/or assistance with identified properties for specific commercial development projects.

Types of research available include:

• Verification of address, including existing tenant suites.
• Historical list of approved use groups.
• Active and retired certificates of occupancy, including occupant loads.
• Documented types of construction.
• Code year of original construction.
• Available base building data.

The Online Early Assistance helps customers by simplifying complexities in commercial projects, by establishing an understanding of construction regulations, that can help avoid costly errors and remove uncertainty, all explained by a team of certified professionals with decades of experience.

All virtual appointments must be booked in advance. Virtual appointment times available are: 9:00 – 9:50 am; 10:00 – 10:50 am; 11:00 – 11:50 am; 1:00 – 1:50 pm; 2:00 – 2:50 pm; and 3:00 – 3:50 pm, with a maximum of 50 minutes per booking, every Tuesday and Thursday. Appointments are limited to two per week, per customer. To book a virtual appointment, click here.

It is important to remember that Development Services Building Development Division staff representatives primarily enforce state and local code regulations and provide information. Customers will also need to engage with other professionals, such as real estate agents.

Go to pwcva.gov/virtualappointments to learn more. For more information, please visit www.pwcva.gov, call (703) 792-6930, or email [email protected].