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Short Pump

How to apply for a building permit in Short Pump, Virginia. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

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April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

Henrico County Department of Building Construction and Inspections; Henrico Permit Center for intake and customer assistance

Street address
Department of Building Construction and Inspections, 4301 East Parham Road, Henrico, VA 23228; Permit Center-West, 4301 East Parham Road, Henrico, VA 23228
Coverage
Short Pump is a Census-designated place in Henrico County, not a separate municipality. Permit administration is handled by Henrico County.
Online portal
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§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Short Pump

Henrico County permit-required rules apply in Short Pump.

Work types listed as exempt by Henrico County on the permit-not-required page
  • Exempt Work types listed as exempt by Henrico County on the permit-not-required page
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 applicable
  • Residential DPW forms where required
Building code
2021 Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code as administered by Henrico County.
Permit validity
Same countywide Build Henrico rules apply.
Owner-builder
Same countywide homeowner and authorized-agent rules apply.
Contractor requirements
Same countywide valid Virginia contractor number rule applies.

Source: Henrico County Department of Building Construction and Inspections; Henrico Permit Center for intake and customer assistance ↗

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Henrico does not publish Short Pump-specific timing. County guidance instead offers same-day walk-through review for certain residential project types when a complete package is in by 3:00 p.m.

  1. 01
    Confirm permit need and any overlapping planning, zoning, utilities, or site-development review.
  2. 02
    File the correct permit online in Build Henrico with the required plans and supporting records.
  3. 03
    Address county review comments and upload corrections if needed.
  4. 04
    Pay permit fees and state levy after approval.
  5. 05
    Print or post permit information and schedule inspections through the county system.
  6. 06
    Obtain final inspection approvals and any needed certificate of occupancy documentation.

Typical processing time: Henrico does not publish Short Pump-specific timing. County guidance instead offers same-day walk-through review for certain residential project types when a complete package is in by 3:00 p.m.

Source: Henrico County Department of Building Construction and Inspections; Henrico Permit Center for intake and customer assistance ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Short Pump building permit fees

Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
Same Henrico County minimums and flat fees apply
02
Plan check fee
$25 plan amendment / re-review fee in the published county fee schedule
03
Permit fee formula
Same Henrico County formulas apply
04
Reinspection fee
Same countywide surcharge and unauthorized-work penalty structure applies

Same countywide online and in-person payment methods apply

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
Scheduling deadline
Same-day request cutoff is 7:00 a.m.

Typical sequence: County matrices govern Short Pump inspections because Henrico is the inspecting authority

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Short Pump permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Short Pump, VA?
Henrico County permit-required rules apply in Short Pump.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Short Pump, VA?
Building permit fees in Short Pump, VA are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is Same Henrico County minimums and flat fees apply. Fees are calculated as: Same Henrico County formulas apply. Plan check fee: $25 plan amendment / re-review fee in the published county fee schedule.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Short Pump, VA?
To apply for a building permit in Short Pump, VA, follow these steps: 1. Confirm permit need and any overlapping planning, zoning, utilities, or site-development review. 2. File the correct permit online in Build Henrico with the required plans and supporting records. 3. Address county review comments and upload corrections if needed. 4. Pay permit fees and state levy after approval. 5. Print or post permit information and schedule inspections through the county system. 6. Obtain final inspection approvals and any needed certificate of occupancy documentation.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Short Pump, VA?
Building permit processing times in Short Pump, VA typically run Henrico does not publish Short Pump-specific timing. County guidance instead offers same-day walk-through review for certain residential project types when a complete package is in 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 Short Pump, VA?
Not all construction work requires a permit in Short Pump, VA. The following work is generally exempt: Work types listed as exempt by Henrico County on the permit-not-required page. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Short Pump, VA?
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Short Pump, VA via: Build Henrico portal, IVR. Same-day request cutoff is 7:00 a.m..

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.

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