9/23/24
Policies and Procedures: Manual J Masters
Subject: Production R-5 Construction
Issued by: Robert P. Orr, CBO Building Official
Effective October 15, 2024, all mechanical permits submitted for production SFD construction are required to be "Mastered".
You can view the policy below.
01/30/2024
Policies and Procedures: Residential Dwelling Electrical
Subject: Kitchen Island/Peninsula Electrical Receptacles
Issued by Robert P. Orr, CBO Building Official
This policy offers an option to omit electrical receptacles on a kitchen island or peninsula.
You can view the policy below.
10/24/2023
Policies and Procedures: Building Envelope Leakage
Subject: Envelope Leakage/Blower Door Test Results
Issued by Robert P. Orr, CBO Building Official
This policy institutes a new administrative procedure for the submission of the Blower Door Test results to the Building Department.
You can view the policy below.
10/23/2023
Policies and Procedures: Swimming Pool/Spas
Subject: Hydrostatic Pressure Test Certification
Issued by Robert P. Orr, CBO Building Official
This policy offers the option of self-certification for the required pressure testing of the water circulation system.
You can view the policy below.
10/05/2023
Policies & Procedures: Electrical
Subject: Underground Electrical Trench Inspection
Issued by Robert P. Orr, CBO Building Official
This policy offers options for underground electrical inspections.
You can view the policy below.
Policies & Procedures: Residential Attached Garage Slabs
Subject: Inspections
Issued By: Robert P. Orr, CBO Building Official
This policy outlines the new inspection procedure for residential attached garage slab inspections regarding backfill against the basement wall. You can view the policy below.
Policies & Procedures: Records Retention
Subject: Building Permit Records
Issued By: Robert P. Orr, CBO Building Official
In accordance with Section 105.4 Records of the 2012 Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code, Culpeper County Building Department retains building permit records for 3 years after project completion.
It is recommended, that applicant retain any and all copies of permits, plans and inspection reports in the event they sell their home and need to respond to home inspector inquiries. Retaining this information is also useful for future additions or remodeling.
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