Building Code Enforcement

Mission Statement

To protect the public's health, safety, and welfare, as it relates to the construction, use, and occupancy of buildings and structures by interpreting, administering, monitoring, and enforcing codes and standards which govern construction industry activities.

Halifax County enforces the current version of the Uniform Statewide Building Code (USBC) of Virginia (2018).

Zoning Permits

A zoning permit shall be required for any structure erected on your property. This shall include farm structures, open carports, pre-fabricated buildings, additions, and swimming pools.

Setbacks

Lots in the A-1, Agricultural zone shall have the following setbacks:

  • Front - 75 feet from the right-of-way of the road
  • Sides - 15 feet
  • Rear - 35 feet

For all other zoning district setbacks please contact the Halifax County Zoning Administrator.

Fees 

Effective July 1, 2017 - Add a 2% BOH fee to the total fees

To confirm fee totals, please call 434-476-3300, extension 3304

  • Zoning permits - $50
  • Conditional Use permits - $500
  • Large Scale Solar Conditional Use Permit - $1,000
  • Variances - $500
  • Plat Review - $25 ($5 for each additional parcel)
  • Medical Variances - $25 (must be reviewed yearly)

For information about well and septic permits, contact the local office of the Virginia Health Department at 434-476-4863. For more information, please visit the Virginia State Department of Health website.

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT FROM BUILDING CODE ENFORCEMENT.
New requirement beginning
August 1, 2023.


*** PLEASE ALLOW A MINIMUM OF 10 BUSINESS DAYS FOR BUILDING PERMITS TO BE PROCESSED.***



Fees & Applications 

  1. Agreement in Lieu of E and S Plan (PDF)
  2. Building Permit Application - Fillable for PDF Format (PDF)
  3. Commercial Erosion and Sediment Control Fee Schedule (PDF)
  4. Commercial Fees (PDF)
  5. Deck Guide Instructions (PDF)
  6. Erosion and Sediment Control Plan Application (PDF)
  1. Residential Building Fees (PDF)
  2. Solar PV Permit Schedule (PDF)
  3. Trade Permit Application (PDF)
  4. Zoning Appeal and Variance Request Form (PDF)
  5. Zoning Permit Application (PDF)
  6. Zoning Permit Application (agriculture only) (PDF)