The Building Official's office is responsible for inspections and permit compliance. The department ensures the proper use of buildings; protects the health, safety and welfare of Poquoson residents from hazards associated with faulty construction; and monitors and enforces property maintenance for the City.

Becoming a Licensed Contractor:

Local Licenses: Electrical, plumbing, and mechanical licensing tests are taken in Hampton. For further information call (757) 727-6150.

State Licenses (For Contractors & Tradesmen)

• Class A: Over $70,000
• Class B: From $1,000 to $70,000
• Class C: From $1,000 to $7,500

State licensing is administered by the Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation. For additional information and testing forms, visit their website at: http://www.dpor.virginia.gov. No exam required for Class C; however, electrical plumbing and mechanical contractors are not eligible for Class C and must hold either a Class B or A.

Building Codes:

• The Uniform Statewide Building Code (USBC)
• The International Code Council Family of Codes (I-Codes) (ICC)

Permits & Inspections:

Many of the following permits may be downloaded. Unfortunately, at this time you cannot fill them out online; however, you may print the form, fill it out and bring it to the Inspections Office for submittal and payment.

• Building/Zoning Permit
• Right-of-way Permit
• Driveway Permit
• Stock Pile Permit
• Electrical permit and inspection
• Land Disturbing permit
• Mechanical permit and inspection
• Mobile home permit
• Plumbing permit and inspection
• Sign permit: Yard Sales-Political Signs
• Flood level requirement for new construction and mechanical equipment
• Sewers and sewage disposal: permits for sewer line and tap fees
• Removal or repair of hazardous structures information
• Weed control and debris inspection/inoperative vehicles
• CBPA permits

Kristin Moore Secretary	Ken Somerset Building Official	Jim Beach Building Inspector