Permits & Licensing

Application for an amusement device permit.

Before applying for a business license through the County of Henrico Finance Department, business owners must register the business name with the Clerk of the Virginia State Corporation Commission if the business will be operating under an assumed or fictitious name.

Applications and forms needed for a commercial building permit, plan review comments and permit resubmittals (new buildings, alterations/additions, moving, demolition, tenant upfits, tents and trailers).

Applications and forms needed for a residential building permit, plan review comments and permit resubmittals (new houses, renovations/additions, moving, demolition, decks, porches, sheds, garages & swimming pools).

Application for a New Business License

Application for a change of use or certificate of occupancy (C/O) reissuance.

Application for a Demolition Permit.

A dog license is required for dogs four months of age or older unless the dog is used as a service dog. Licenses must be obtained no later than 30 days after a dog turns four months old or within 30 days of the expiration date on the license receipt. Kennel licenses are due on January 1st and no later than January 31st of each year and are paid annually.

Application for an electrical permit (commercial and residential) including residential solar panel permit and inspection requirements.

Application for an elevator permit (commercial and residential).

Application for a fire protection system permit. This permit includes fire sprinkler systems and alternative fire suppression systems, fire pumps, commercial fire alarm or detection systems, kitchen hood systems, underground fire lines and other fire protection equipment or devices for commercial and residential uses.

Hauling Permit process.

Application for a mechanical permit (includes commercial and residential for mechanical and elevator).

Request for modification of the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code (USBC).

A Plan of Development (POD) and Site Plan are detailed engineering plans for multi-family, commercial, and industrial projects that contains all of the essential details necessary to construct site improvements. The POD and Site Plan process is designed to coordinate the numerous reviews and recommendations of all applicable Henrico County, State and Federal agencies. This integrated process is managed by the Planning Department and coordinated with County and certain external agencies.

Application for a plumbing permit (commercial and residential).

A pre-application meeting is optional for conditional user permits or variances.

Apply for onsite sewage disposal system in Henrico County.

The demonstration project places certain restrictions on the operation and renting of these devices in order to ensure the safety of County residents.

Forms and general information regarding the legal operation of a short-term rental within the County of Henrico.

Application for a sign permit.

Application for Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (C/O).

Administrative review of a one-time special event or a use such as tents, fencing, trailers, stages, that will be removed at the conclusion of the event.