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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Glen Allen
Same Henrico County permit-required rules apply to Glen Allen addresses in Henrico County.
Work listed on Henrico County's permit-not-required page for exempt structures, small walls, small pools, low-voltage work, and ordinary repairs
- Exempt Work listed on Henrico County's permit-not-required page for exempt structures, small walls, small pools, low-voltage work, and ordinary repairs
Required documents
- Build Henrico application
- Site plan
- Construction or trade plans
- Engineered framing and design documents as applicable
- Manufacturer's specifications
- Owner's Statement of Responsibility if the applicant is the owner or authorized agent
- Residential DPW forms where required
- Building code
- 2021 Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code as administered by Henrico County.
- Permit validity
- Same countywide Build Henrico status rules apply; public data on Glen Allen-specific permit validity is not separately published.
- Owner-builder
- Same countywide homeowner and authorized-agent rules with Owner's Statement of Responsibility apply.
- Contractor requirements
- Same countywide requirement for a valid Virginia contractor number when applying as a licensed contractor.
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: No Glen Allen-specific timing is published. Henrico's published timing guidance is countywide and limited mainly to same-day walk-through review for certain residential projects with complete materials by 3:00 p.m.
- 01 Verify that the Glen Allen project site is in Henrico County rather than Hanover County before filing.
- 02 Determine permit triggers, zoning issues, and whether separate County reviews such as planning, utilities, or VDH septic/well review apply.
- 03 Register in Build Henrico and submit the correct building or trade permit with plans and supporting documents.
- 04 Respond to review comments and upload revisions in Build Henrico if requested.
- 05 Pay permit fees and the state levy once the County approves the application.
- 06 Post the permit and address, then request inspections through Build Henrico or IVR until final approvals are complete.
Typical processing time: No Glen Allen-specific timing is published. Henrico's published timing guidance is countywide and limited mainly to same-day walk-through review for certain residential projects with complete materials by 3:00 p.m.
§ 04
Fee schedule
Glen Allen building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
Same countywide minimums and flat fees apply
02
Plan check fee
$25 for plan amendments and re-reviews after two reviews because of deficiencies or amendments
03
Permit fee formula
Same Henrico County valuation-based and flat-fee formulas apply
04
Reinspection fee
Same countywide $75 inspection surcharge rule for qualifying new one- and two-family dwellings, plus county code penalties for unpermitted work
Same countywide portal and in-person payment rules apply
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- Build Henrico portal (online)
- IVR at (804) 501-7770 (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- Requests before 7:00 a.m. for same-day scheduling; later requests move to the following day
Typical sequence: Countywide Henrico inspection matrices govern the sequence for building and trade permits
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Glen Allen permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Glen Allen, VA? ▸
Same Henrico County permit-required rules apply to Glen Allen addresses in Henrico County.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Glen Allen, VA? ▸
Building permit fees in Glen Allen, VA are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is Same countywide minimums and flat fees apply. Fees are calculated as: Same Henrico County valuation-based and flat-fee formulas apply. Plan check fee: $25 for plan amendments and re-reviews after two reviews because of deficiencies or amendments.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Glen Allen, VA? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Glen Allen, VA, follow these steps: 1. Verify that the Glen Allen project site is in Henrico County rather than Hanover County before filing. 2. Determine permit triggers, zoning issues, and whether separate County reviews such as planning, utilities, or VDH septic/well review apply. 3. Register in Build Henrico and submit the correct building or trade permit with plans and supporting documents. 4. Respond to review comments and upload revisions in Build Henrico if requested. 5. Pay permit fees and the state levy once the County approves the application. 6. Post the permit and address, then request inspections through Build Henrico or IVR until final approvals are complete.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Glen Allen, VA? ▸
Building permit processing times in Glen Allen, VA typically run No Glen Allen-specific timing is published. Henrico's published timing guidance is countywide and limited mainly to same-day walk-through review for certain residential projects with complete materials by 3:00 p.m.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Glen Allen, VA? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Glen Allen, VA. The following work is generally exempt: Work listed on Henrico County's permit-not-required page for exempt structures, small walls, small pools, low-voltage work, and ordinary repairs. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Glen Allen, VA? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Glen Allen, VA via: Build Henrico portal, IVR at (804) 501-7770. Requests before 7:00 a.m. for same-day scheduling; later requests move to the following day.
last verified April 2026
source Henrico County Department of Building Construction and Inspections; Henrico Permit Center for intake and customer assistance ↗
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Henrico County Department of Building Construction and Inspections; Henrico Permit Center for intake and customer assistance before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.