City Building Permits

Town of Saxis, VA - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Town of Saxis, Virginia. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Virginia Accomack County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Saxis requires applicants to first obtain a Town of Saxis building permit for home or business additions, decks, new roofing, and similar work. Accomack County remains the actual building-permit issuer after the Town step.

Department
Town of Saxis (town-side permit prerequisite); Accomack County Building and Zoning Office (actual building permit and inspections)
Address
9137 Starling Creek Road, Saxis, VA 23427
Phone
757-647-0279
Website
https://saxis.org/building-permits-and-inspections

Application Process

  1. Obtain the Town of Saxis building permit form from the Town office, Denise Chance at 757-647-0279, or by downloading the form from the Town website.
  2. Submit the completed Town form with a required drawing or blueprint of the building or addition, and pay the $50.00 Town fee.
  3. After Town approval, apply to Accomack County for the actual County building permit and complete County review, issuance, and inspections.

Source: Town of Saxis (town-side permit prerequisite); Accomack County Building and Zoning Office (actual building permit and inspections)

General Requirements

The Town requires its prerequisite step for home or business additions, decks, new roofing, and similar projects before the County permit can be issued.

Required Documents

  • Town of Saxis building permit form
  • Drawing or blueprint of the building or addition
  • Accomack County building-permit package (required after Town approval)
Permit validity
No public Town of Saxis validity rule found. Accomack County building-permit validity rules govern the actual County permit (six months, maximum two extensions).
Building code
The actual building permit is issued by Accomack County under the 2021 Virginia USBC (effective January 18, 2024).
Contractor requirements
State DPOR contractor licensing and Accomack County contractor rules apply when the County permit is requested.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
$50.00 flat Town prerequisite fee per building permit. Accomack County building-permit fees apply separately.
Permit fee formula
Flat $50.00 Town fee. County building-permit fees then apply per the County fee schedule.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Town of Saxis (town-side permit prerequisite); Accomack County Building and Zoning Office (actual building permit and inspections) to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Scheduling deadline
Accomack County requires at least 24 hours notice; inspections performed within two working days.
Inspection hours
Accomack County Building Office: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., excluding holidays.

Typical inspection sequence: Town prerequisite permit first, then Accomack County issues the building permit and conducts inspections following the County's standard inspection sequence.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Town of Saxis (town-side permit prerequisite); Accomack County Building and Zoning Office (actual building permit and inspections) before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Saxis Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Saxis, VA?
The Town requires its prerequisite step for home or business additions, decks, new roofing, and similar projects before the County permit can be issued.
How much does a building permit cost in Town of Saxis, VA?
The minimum permit fee is $50.00 flat Town prerequisite fee per building permit. Accomack County building-permit fees apply separately.. Fees are calculated as: Flat $50.00 Town fee. County building-permit fees then apply per the County fee schedule..
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Saxis, VA?
1. Obtain the Town of Saxis building permit form from the Town office, Denise Chance at 757-647-0279, or by downloading the form from the Town website. 2. Submit the completed Town form with a required drawing or blueprint of the building or addition, and pay the $50.00 Town fee. 3. After Town approval, apply to Accomack County for the actual County building permit and complete County review, issuance, and inspections.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Saxis, VA?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Accomack County Building Office: 757-787-5721, Accomack County ACCESS portal. Accomack County requires at least 24 hours notice; inspections performed within two working days..

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