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Tuckahoe

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

Last verified
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
Tuckahoe is not a separate local government. Census materials identify Tuckahoe as a CDP in Henrico County, so Henrico County handles permit administration for Tuckahoe addresses.
Online portal
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§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Tuckahoe

Same Henrico County permit triggers apply in Tuckahoe.

Work listed by Henrico County as exempt on the permit-not-required page
  • Exempt Work listed by Henrico County as exempt 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 status rules apply.
Owner-builder
Same countywide homeowner and authorized-agent rules with Owner's Statement of Responsibility 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: No Tuckahoe-specific estimate is published. Henrico's published timing is countywide and limited mainly to same-day walk-through residential categories with complete submissions by 3:00 p.m.

  1. 01
    Check permit triggers and any related county zoning or land-use constraints for the Tuckahoe property.
  2. 02
    Submit the permit in Build Henrico with plans, site information, and any owner or contractor documentation.
  3. 03
    Respond to review comments and upload revised documents when required.
  4. 04
    Pay the fee assessment and state levy.
  5. 05
    Schedule inspections through Build Henrico or IVR and close out all required building and trade inspections.

Typical processing time: No Tuckahoe-specific estimate is published. Henrico's published timing is countywide and limited mainly to same-day walk-through residential categories with complete submissions 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

Tuckahoe 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
03
Permit fee formula
Same Henrico County formulas apply
04
Reinspection fee
Same countywide surcharge and unauthorized-work penalty rules apply

Same countywide payment rules 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 inspection matrices govern building, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing sequencing

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Tuckahoe permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Tuckahoe, VA?
Same Henrico County permit triggers apply in Tuckahoe.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Tuckahoe, VA?
Building permit fees in Tuckahoe, 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.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Tuckahoe, VA?
To apply for a building permit in Tuckahoe, VA, follow these steps: 1. Check permit triggers and any related county zoning or land-use constraints for the Tuckahoe property. 2. Submit the permit in Build Henrico with plans, site information, and any owner or contractor documentation. 3. Respond to review comments and upload revised documents when required. 4. Pay the fee assessment and state levy. 5. Schedule inspections through Build Henrico or IVR and close out all required building and trade inspections.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Tuckahoe, VA?
Building permit processing times in Tuckahoe, VA typically run No Tuckahoe-specific estimate is published. Henrico's published timing is countywide and limited mainly to same-day walk-through residential categories with complete submissions 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 Tuckahoe, VA?
Not all construction work requires a permit in Tuckahoe, VA. The following work is generally exempt: Work listed by Henrico County as exempt 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 Tuckahoe, VA?
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Tuckahoe, 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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