Virginia Beach permits
By Mario Bailey Last checked 2026-07-19 · 3 official sources
Verified against official sourcesPlanning & Community Development, Permits & Inspections Division
- 2403 Courthouse Drive, Building 3, Virginia Beach, VA 23456
- Phone: 757-385-4211
- Email: perminsp@vbgov.com
- Official permit page
- Permit portal
Look up a permit in Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach runs an online permit portal. Many local portals let you check application status, search permit records, and view inspection results without calling the office.
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