CITY OF SUFFOLK
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
442 W WASHINGTON ST., SUFFOLK, VIRGINIA 23434
PHONE (757) 514-4150; FAX (757) 514-4199
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Welcome to the City of Suffolk, Virginia!
New Construction Single Family Dwelling
Step-By-Step Walk Through and Check List
PLEASE NOTE THAT THESE STEPS DO NOT HAVE TO BE DONE IN THIS ORDER. SOME STEPS
CAN BE DONE SIMULTANEOUSLY. PLEASE SEE THE FRONT COUNTER OR A TECHNICIAN
AT COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WITH QUESTIONS.
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1: PRoPERTY OwNsnsHIp
You must first be the owner of the property. Please have your assessor's account number, tar
map and parcel information available. Contractors: Please provide the previous information in
addition to your contractor's license information.
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2: PHvsICAL Aoonrss oF THE PRopERTy
Fill out your "Request for Address" form if you do not already have an address for the
property. The form is found in this packet and the account number of the property is required.
If you do not have an account
number, please speak with a Technician in Community
Development. Please provide a phone number where you can be reached during the day. If this is
a recent subdivision or
family transfer, your new address was assigned upon approval in Planning.
Once the "Request for Address" application is complete, you will be contacted by the Plans
Reviewer with the physical address. We cannot process anv documents for signatures or plan
review until you have a physical address for your property.
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3: DRrvrway (RIGHT OF WAY PERMIT)
If you are building your home on a street that has been
accepted you
will
need to
fill out an
Application for Work within the Right of Way Permit. We will need the application with an
original signature. If you do not know if your street is accepted (public) or proposed please ask the
front counter for assistance before you drop off your permit applications. You will be contacted
by the Department of Public Works, Engineering Division regarding any fees that might be owed.
If you have any questions
about the Right of Way applications please call Courtney Minngia with
Public Works Engineering at 7 57 -514-7 650.
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4: CnBslpnarnBayPnnsBRvATroNAnu
If your property is in a Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area (CBPA), you need to have your
survey reflect the Chesapeake Bay and Wetland Limits Calculations. If you are near water or a
railroad, you must show the 100' buffer RPA. Contact your surveyor to make sure this
information is on the plot plan. If you are not sure if your property is in a CBPA, please contact
one of our Technicians at Community Development.
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5: FLOOD ZONE/ SHRINK SwELL SoIt-, PoTENTIAL
" You must check yes or no on this portion of the application. Ifyou are unsure ofyour answer
please contact your surveyor for assistance.
If you check
submit an engineer's report for foundation design.
yes on the flood zone you are required to
If you check
yes on the shrink/swell soil
potential and you are in a moderate or high area, you are required to submit an engineer's soil
report for footing and foundation.
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6: SURVEY AND DESIGN REQUIREMENTS FoR SPECIFIC
ZONING DISTRICTS (r.r loonroN To ALL orHER REeurREMENrs)
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RL. RLM. RM. RC. RU. PD or TND zoning districts: Attached garages shall be set back
a
minimum of 25 feet from the front property line. Show your driveway and material to be used
on your survey. See attached UDO 3l-407 (e) (3).
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RM. RC and RU zoning districts: You MUST have
a
minimum of l5 feet between
buildings and it must be demonstrated on your survey in order for your permit to be issued.
That is, ifone lot has an existing 5 foot yard side yard setback, then the adjoining lot shall have
a
minimum side setback of ten ( l0) feet. See attached UDO 3 1-407 (e) (4).
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CBD. VC. RM. RC and RU zoning districts have specific design guidelines. If you are in these
districts it would be helpful to enclose photos of surounding houses with your permit
application. The intention of the design standards is to assist in focusing design principles in
order to preserve property values, promote the public health, safety and general welfare, and to
develop a satisfactory visual appearance with the
City.
See attached UDO
3l-602.
-' If you have further questions, please consult with a technician regarding your zoning district
and/or requirements that may apply.
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7: WATER, SrwnnANDWELLS
City Water & City Sewer: Contact the Department of Public Utilities (514-7000)
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Pay Tap Fees and
Availability Fees-Save your receipts.
Well Water: Contact the Health Department (514-4751)
See
"Directions to the Health Department" for directions to their new location at 135 Hall Ave.
Septic
Tank: Contact the Health Department (514-4751)
See "Directions to the Health Department" for directions to their new location at 135 Hall Ave.
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Fill out the enclosed "Septic Tank Permit Application"
and turn it into a Technician at
Community Development.
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Pay the application fee at Community Development and save your receipts.
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Bring the form and a copy of your receipts to the Health Department. This application needs to
be completed by the Health Department before proceeding with the building p/ans. Community
Development will need to see all paperwork given to you by the Health Department.
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"The Agreement in Lieu of an Erosion and Sediment Control PIan" and the "Lot Grading
Plan Checklist" enclosed in this packet must be completed with original signatures (no
duplications or faxes) along with three (3) copies of the plot plan or survey needs to be
submitted to Community Development with the receipt attached in order for Community
Development to receive it.
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Please
fill out all relevant information
on the application and be prepared to pay
a $290.00 Public Works E&S fee for each single
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family residence at the Treasurer's Office.
Please note the section that questions whether this lot is located within a subdivision with prior
approved plan grades and served by a storm water BMP
If you are unsure please see a technician
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facility.
Please be sure to check yes or no.
at Community Development.
9: PllN Rnvrnw
Fill out the "Application for Services" marked "plan review." Please make
sure you sign and
date both pages of the application.
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Manufactured and Modular Homes do not require a Plan Review, however, we do require that
you submit a set of building plans for our records.
- Drop off this application with the other required documents to Community Development with a
check for plan review. See the "Submitting Plans
for Review" document to ensure you have
everything you need for submittal.
o* Once the building plan review is approved, the Technician will call you and note that your
permits are ready to be picked up.
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When you arrive at Community Development, the Technician will provide you with a statement
showing the permit fees. Please proceed to the Treasurer's office to make payment.
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Retum to Community Development with the receipt to be copied for your
file. At this time, the
Community Development Technician will verify that the information requested from all applicable
departments has been provided. The Community Development technicians
will
make copies at this
time. If you need extra copies, ask at this time.
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You now have in your possession a building permit, a building permit placard, and a zoning
permit. Please take note of the PRJ# on the building permit. This is your project number. When
calling in all inspections, please refer to this number.
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A copy ofthe approved plans (ifapplicable) will be given back to you at this time. Please keep
that copy on site at all times.
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Your next steps are to obtain the proper inspections and trade permits (Mechanical, Electrical,
and Plumbing). Please see the "Inspection Procedures
for a Single Family Dwelling" for the
inspections you will need to call in to our office at (757) 514-4150.
CITY OF SUFFOLK
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
442W. WASHINGTON STREET., SUFFOLK, VIRGINIA 23434
PHONE: (157) 514-4150; FAX: (757)514-4199
APPLICATION REQUEST FOR ADDRESS
TECHNICIAN:
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Name:
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Telephone Number:
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PROPOSED ADDRESS INFORMATION:
Account Number:
Tax Map Number:
Street Name:
(1on rcu a.d.dre 6%; ptuae baue ryare f.on
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a.d.&@r6 ee44t@ ottrcct name
Reason for request
Note: If your parcel was recently
created through a Minor Subdivision or Family
Transfer, your address may have already been assigned. Ifthe plat has been approved
and recorded, the addressing agent will be able to give you the address.
*X PLEASE ALLOW APPROXIMATELY TWO WEEKS FOR YOUR
ADDRESS TO BE ASSIGNED.
x* The Assessors Office requires 48 hours for your address to be updated into
the City records.
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If you have applied for permits through Community Development,
you will be contacted when the permit application is authorized.
Signed:
Date:
(ALL FIELDS IN RED MUST BE COMPLETED TO PROCESS YOUR REOUEST)
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Hampton Roads Regional
This document was taken from the 2012 VBCOA Region VIII Residential Plan Review document in its entirety and, except for the logo change, has not been altered.
Date_
Application #
Contractor
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Plans
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Residential Plan Submittal Guidelines
Statement of Residential Enersv Code Compliance
Code under which desiened
Resistered Desisn Professional seal (if required)
Plans in architectural scale (l/8" smallest and readable)
(Reduction oforiginal scale not acceptable)
All sheets numbered and bound sequentially
Designer's name. address. and occupation
Energy efficiency IECC 2012 (prescriptive or Res Check)
Site Plan
Approved site plan
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Exterior wall location (fire separation distance)
Compaction certification (as required) Gravel > 24" Earth >8"
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Soils report (as required)
Include 2 borings
Show locations
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State on aoolication
109.3
Other
l19
120
2OO FOI.'NDATIO\
Gradine
PI,A\
fill
20t
Eneineered
202
Unusual grade elevation issues / concrete slab on grade
506.2.
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Footings
203
204
20s
206
207
208
209
210
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Exterior footings: locations, depth and width or per soil report
403.1.1,401.2
Piers: size, heieht, and location
403.1.1
Rebar: number and size
Table 404.1(l
Vented and conditioned crawl spaces
Flood vents, if required
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Vents within 3'of corners
Vent calculations
Crawl access door l6" x 24"
Unvented conditioned crawl (air l'low)
408. I
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Unvented conditioned crawl (insulation) specify ICC/ES
report
408.4
408.J
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Foundation Walls
212
Masonry or concrete foundation walls: thickness
213
Pier and curtain walls
Point loads
2t4
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2 6
2 7
2 8
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221
222
223
224
22s
& reinforcement double wvthe walls
Vertical rebars
Anchor bolts or other mf'gr's anchor type, size and spacing
P.T. plate, girder. ioists <18" to inside crawl srade
Stem wall at garage: reqd if wall supports a BWP
Grout type
Retaining walls: >24" unbalanced backfill w/o lateral support at
top desisn reqd.
Wall design for flood areas: sealed RDP desien if reqd.
Superior walls sealed RDP design reqd. ICC/ES report
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609.1.r.608.r
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404.4, r08.2 (7)
322.1.2
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ICF foundation walls
Wall opening detail (CMU & concrete pour)
601.2, 6l r.8
Non continuous lintel bond beam
Other
401.2
226
227
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301
302
Room
Room names, minimum size, ceiling height
Bedrooms in basement --emergency escape
303
Size of all doors and windows on plan view
304
Windowwells
Interior load bearine walls identitied
305
304.t,305.1
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310
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310
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Bathroom fixture clearance - height ofceiling
Code compliant stair: riser/tread, width, headroom, handrail
Garage in basement - separation to habitable space: l/2" walls,
5/8" type X ceilings, l/2" underside ofstairs, rated door
Braced walls
Wall line numbers. min. length panels required
305.1, Fieure 307.1
BWP: method(s), nailing schedule, actual length
CS method: 24" end walls.24" return walls or 800# hold downs
{00 ll,\SE\lE\-l' tntl/or I'-IRST F LOOR FRA}ll\(; Pt,AN
Basement: Min 3.5" slab, 6 mil vapor barrier
'Iable 602.10.5
Basement: Thickened slab details supporting load bearing walls
403 Basement: Point loads
404 Basement: Steel beams sized and located
405 Basement: Steel column sized and located
406 Dimensional lumber (size, grade, species, spacing, direction)
407 I-ioisl (manufacturer. series. depth. spacins. direction)
408 Open web floor trusses drawings / fireblocking
409 Framing of openinqs
410 Double ioists under bearing partitions
4l I Steel beams and calc sheets
Posts/columns (parallel strand lumber - gang posts / dimensional
402
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413
414
415
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302.5.1 , 302.6, 302.7
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lumber - gang nailed posts)
Engineered LVL beam location and calc sheets
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Point loads
Draft stopping l000sfopen truss: GB or plywood on floor trusses
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507
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5 3
5 4
5 5
5 6
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Room
Names. minimum size. ceiling height
lnterior load bearing walls identified
Bedrooms - emergency escape rescue openings
Size of all doors and windows on plan view
Landing at exterior doors
Glazine (indicate tempered slass rvhere required)
Bathroom fixture clearance
Hall width: 36" min.
Code compliant stair: riser/tread, width, headroom, handrail
Required psi garage slab and slope direction
Garage - separation to habitable space
Fireolace tYDe: requirements
Deck, porch, ramp details: attachment to house, guards, etc
Deck ledser to band ioist attachment
DCA-6 decks l2-story decks (No Carriage Bolts)
Point loads
Braced walls
Wall line numbers, min. length panels required
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602.4
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Bracing connections to roof frame
BWP: method(s), nailine schedule, actual length
CS method: 24" end walls, 24" retum walls or 800# hold downs
521
Portal framing details. stem walls
(6.2,6.3,6.4\,
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519
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602.10.7
602.10.9, 602.10.6
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Blocking ofjoists at support wall or beam (lateral restrain atjoist
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Other
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525
600 sts(:oND t't,ooR P[,AN
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602
603
604
60s
606
607
608
609
610
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6 4
6 5
6 6
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618
619
620
621
Framing Plan
Dimensional lumber floor (size, grade, species, spacing, direction)
I-ioist layout (mfgr. series. depth, spacing. direction)
Open web floor truss layout: sealed RDP incl. detail sheets
Framing of openings
Double ioists under bearing partitions
Steel beams and calc sheets
Posts / columns - restraint
Point loads
Engineered LVL beam location and calc sheets
Rooms
Room names, minimum size, ceiling height
Interior load bearing walls identified
Bedrooms - emergency escape rescue openings
Size of all doors and windows on plan view
Glazins (indicate tempered qlass where required)
Bathroom fi xture clearance
502.t 1.4. 502.13
502. l 0
502.4
109.I. 109.3
109.t,407.3
50t.2
109.3,30t.1
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Hall width: 36" min.
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Attic access: hatch, pull down stair or code compliant stair
807.1;311.7 (Stairs)
must be located in hallway or accessible area
Braced walls
Wall line numbers, min. length panels required
BWP: method(s), nailing schedule, actual length
Bracing connections to roof framing
CS method: 24" end walls, 24" return walls or 800# hold downs
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Portal lraming details. stem walls
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Blocking along BWPs
624
502.1
112.2
Blocking of joists at support at wall or beam
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602.10.8.1
602.10.7
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Dimensional lumber ceiling joists (size, grade, species. spacing.
direction)
Dimensional lumber floor joists (size, grade, species, spacing.
direction)
I-ioist layout (mfsr. series, depth. spacing. direction)
Framing of openings
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502.1
112.2
502. r 0
09.1, t09.3
Steel beams and calc sheets
Posts / columns
Engineered LVL beam location and calc sheets
Other
09.t,407.3
09.3.
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708
709
IIABITABLE / STOfu\GE ATTIC FLOOR PT,AN
800
(whenever there is a fixed stairw'ay)
801
802
801
Rooms
Room names. minimum size. ceiling heieht, habitable attic
Bedroom(s) emergency escape and rescue openings
Size of all doors and windows on plan view
304.1.305.1. Chapter 2
3r0
109.r, Jl0, 3l I
Other
804
805
900 t{(x)r Pl.,\\s
901
902
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904
905
906
907
908
909
910
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914
915
916
Show each individual / rafters. hip/valley members. ridee & supports
Rafters (size. srade. species, spacing. direction)
Valley framing details - post required
Ridge beams / Post (required when there is not a ceiling joist to
resist thrust)
Truss
Truss layout & engineers detail sheets
Girder truss loads and appropriate posts / columns
RDP seal
Individual truss loads and uplift
Gable end details and bracing requirements
Details
Rafter ties. collar ties
Complex roof - specify all members
Ceiline/roof diaphrasm & blocking (if required)
Uplift (hurricane ties)
Masonry veneers & chimney support by wood framing: design by
RDP if required
Hurricane tie schedule - size with nail count per mfg specs
Vent calcs. to net free flow for roof: lsqft perl5Osqft or 300 sqft
Details- unvented roof
802.1
802.J, 109.3
802.3
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802. l 0
801.2
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806.5
Exposure
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Uplift connectors / load path to foundation: when uplift > 20psf
918
Rool sheathing and nailing schedule
Table 802.1 I, Table
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920
1000
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Finished floor to finished floor heights (ceiling heights
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Front, side and rear elevations (incl. door and windows locations)
l 003 Grade changes of basements- number of stories
Other
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Full cross sections showing areas-at load path and critical
construction, (reference cross section -show location on plan)
Partial - exterior wall construction: stud size and spacing anchorage
All material used
Roof pitch /roof covering
Change in thickness CMU
Crawl space grade > fin. grade or drainage system
Interior bearing wall details: stud size and spacing-anchorage
Tall wall details: sealed desien (elevation view)
Connector chart (tvpe and load oath)
Insulation (? basement walls: Rl0 (continuous) or Rl3 (w/studs)
k? crawl space under floor: Rl9
@condition crawl Rl0 - slab on erade Rl0, 2ft ICC-ES report
@ stud walls: Rl5 or Rl3 + Rl (continuous)
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roof: R38 or R30 ifcovered top plate
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llt Termite barrier
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lll Steel frame is limited to 3 stones mixlmum
lll ICF walls is limited to 2 stories marimum - S. P.s
tt2( Column restraint & attachment to beam
Slab on grade: 6 mil vapor barrier under concrete slabs (not reqd at
tt2l sarase)
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109.3,905.1
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CITY OF SUFFOLK
442 W. WASHINGTON STREET, SUFFOLK, VIRGINIA 23434
P.O. BOX I858,23439-I858, SUFFOLK, VIRGINIA
PHONE: (757) 514-4150 FAX (757) 514-4199
DEPARTMITNT OF PLANNIN(i ANI)
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING MODEL REQUEST
Please complete and return this form to establish a model name that
will allow you to
rebuild the model without having to resubmit building plans for review. Please reference
this model and provide the elevation and options when requesting a permit.
BUILDER/CONTRACTOR
DATE:
coDE YEAR OF REVIEW:lZOtZ
MODEL NAME:
MODEL ELEVATIONS PROVIDED:
OPTIONS
PLEASE CHECK THE FOLLOWING OPTIONS THAT APPLY:
SLAB
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CRAwL
SHEAR WALLS
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BASEMENT
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SOLID PERIMETER FOUNDATION WALL
CONDITIONED CRAWL SPACE
!
HABITABLE ATTIC
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CONTRACTOR (please print)
SIGNATURE
PLEASE NOTIFY US IMMEDIATELY OF ANY CHANGES IN MODEL NAMES. OPTIONS
AND/OR ELEVATIONS SO WE MAY UPDATE OUR RECORDS.
City of Suffolk Planning and Community Development
442 West Washington Street, Suffolk Y A 23434
Telephone: (757) 514-41501 Fax: (157) 514-4199
Submitting Plans for Review
You must submit all of the following documents:
/ 2 Sets of Plans
,/ 2 Surveys/Site Plan showing proposed dwelling or addition
/
/
Completed Application for Services marked "Plan Review"
Check for Building PIan Review Fee made out to the City of
Suffolk
Building Plan Review Fees
Square Footaqe
Fee
o-2,499
2.500-5.000
5,001-10,000
10,001-30,000
30,001- 50,000
50,001-100,000
Above 100,000
$75.00
$100.00
$125.00
$175.00
$250.00
$300.00
$350.00
CITY OF SUFFOLK
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
442 W. WASHINGTON STREET, SUITE 1084A, SUFFOLK, VIRGINIA 23434
MAIN: 757-514-4150 FAX: 757-514-4199
APPLICATION FOR SERVICES- RESIDENTIAL
PERMIT NUMBER: ___________________
CONTRACTOR’S LICENSE #:________________EXPIRATION DATE:__________
OWNER’S NAME: ________________________________
APPLICANT’S NAME: _____________________________________
CURRENT ADDRESS: ___________________________
ADDRESS: _____________________________________________
____________________________ZIP CODE: ________
_________________________________ZIP CODE: ___________
PHONE NUMBER: ______________________________
PHONE NUMBER: _______________________________________
 CHECK IF PROPERTY IS LOCATED IN HLC DISTRICT
EMAIL ADDRESS: ________________________________________
PERMIT TYPE

DESCRIPTION OF WORK
NEW CONST. (Circle one) SFD-DUPLEX-CONDO-TWHSE-APARTMT _____ NO. of UNITS _____ MOD NO. ______
 ADDITION/ALTERATION/REPAIR




(PLEASE PRINT)
PLAN REVIEW
SITE PLAN REVIEW
ZONING PERMIT
BUILDING PERMIT




 ACCESSORY STRUCTURE
 ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT/APARTMENT
PLUMBING PERMIT
ELECTRICAL PERMIT
MECHANICAL PERMIT
DEMOLITION PERMIT




MOVING PERMIT
ELEVATOR PERMIT
POOL PERMIT
SIGN PERMIT

FENCE PERMIT
SITE / BUILDING INFORMATION
SITE ADDRESS: __________________________________________________________________________________________
ACCT. NO.______________________________MAP NO.____________________LOT_______________SECTION____________
SUBDIVISION:_________________________ Many of the subdivisions and developments in Suffolk have private deed
restrictions and covenants regulating construction beyond the limitations contained in Suffolk City Ordinances, which
amount to contractual agreements. The City does not enforce covenants and deed restrictions and is not always aware
of their existence. Should you have questions about your development’s restrictions, you may obtain information from
your homeowner’s association.
ZONING DISTRICT: __________________ BOROUGH:_______________MODEL NAME OR NUMBER: _____________________
THE FOLLOWING MUST BE CHECKED IN ORDER FOR THE APPLICATION TO BE ACCEPTED:
If you do not know which box to check, please contact your surveyor for assistance.
FLOOD ZONE:
 YES (engineer’s report for foundation design attached)
 NO
SHRINK/SWELL SOIL POTENTIAL:  YES (engineer’s soil report for footing and foundation attached)
 NO
CHESAPEAKE BAY PRESERVATION AREA:
 RMA
 RPA  N/A
By initialling here I understand it is my responsibility to investigate whether I am in these areas and pursue as necessary
_______________________
CHECK ALL THAT APPLY:
City Water
Well Water ( New or  Existing)
City Sewer
Septic System ( New or  Existing)
If new Well or Septic please complete Health Evaluation Form. If existing contact the Health Department prior to submitting
application.
SET BACKS
FRONT:_________
RIGHT:__________
BACK:___________
LEFT:____________
CENTER LINE:________
RIGHT OF WAY:________
FRONTAGE AT SETBACK:_____________
BLDG HEIGHT:_______________________
ADMINISTRATIVE APPROVAL (IF APPLICABLE)______________________________________
DATE________________________
NOTES __________________________________________________________________________________________________
MECHANIC LIEN INFORMATION
LIEN AGENT DESIGNATED:
 YES
 NO
NAME OF AGENT: ____________________________________________PHONE NUMBER:________________________
ADDRESS: _________________________________________CITY _________________STATE_______ZIP__________
Page 1 of 3
BUILDING PERMIT
DIMENSIONS OF STRUCTURE: LENGTH: _______ WIDTH: _______ HEIGHT: _______TOTAL SQ. FT. UNDER ROOF:_________
NUMBER OF BEDROOMS: __________
FIREPLACE:  YES
NUMBER OF BATHROOMS: _________
 NO, IF YES  MASONRY OR  PREFAB
NUMBER OF STORIES: ________________
EXTERIOR FINISH: ___________________
ESTIMATED VALUE OF CONSTRUCTION AT COMPLETION: (IF NEW CONSTRUCTION EXCLUDE LAND)
_________________________
WILL THIS BE USED AS “A SALES MODEL”?  Yes or  No
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF WORK BEING PERFORMED:_________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
ELECTRICAL PERMIT
TEMPORARY SERVICE ________
NEW SERVICE 1 ___________
NEW SERVICE 3  __________
RELOCATE METER BASE _______
SERVICE CHANGE 1 _________
SERVICE CHANGE 3 ________
REPAIR PERMIT
POOL GROUNDING ___________
CIRCUITS
0-30 AMP______ 31-60 AMPS ______
61-100 AMPS _______
______
101-200 _______
200 + AMP _______ Other ________________
COMMENTS: _______________________________________________________________________________________________
PLEASE CHECK THE ELECTRIC COMPANY SERVICING THIS ADDRESS:
PLEASE CHECK ONE:  IRC CODE  NEC CODE
□ DOMINION □ COMMUNITY ELECTRIC □ FRANKLIN POWER
ESTIMATED VALUE: __________________________________
MECHANICAL PERMIT
(Must have Zoning Clearance On Any Outside Unit)
HEAT PUMP________
BOILER___________
AIR HANDLER_____
MISC FANS________
REPAIR PERMIT_____
GAS FURNACE________
GAS PIPING________
RANGE HOOD________
MISC HOODS_______
FIRE SUPPRESSION_____
GAS PACK________
TANKS______________
FORCED AIR_________
COOLER TOWERS_____
FIRE ALARMS___________
AIR CONDITIONER______
MISC HEATER__________
DUCT WORK___________
CHILLERS_____________
OTHER________________
COMMENTS: _______________________________________________________________________________________________
PLEASE CHECK ONE:
 IRC CODE  IMC CODE
ESTIMATED VALUE:__________________________________
PLUMBING PERMIT
SINKS__________________
BATH TUBS_____________ WATER CLOSETS_________________
FLOOR DRAIN____________
LAVATORY_______________
SHOWERS______________ DISHWASHER____________________
REPAIR PERMIT_________
WATER HEATER___________
LAUNDRY TRAY__________ WATER SERVICE LINE ____________
SPECIAL WASTE_________
WASHING MACHINE________
GARBAGE DISPOSAL______SEWER INSPECTION______________
GAS PIPING_____________
URINAL___________________
OTHER__________________ GREASE TRAP ___________________
PLEASE LIST ANY OTHER FIXTURES/COMMENTS:________________________________________________________________
PLEASE CHECK ONE:
 IRC CODE  IPC CODE
ESTIMATED VALUE:__________________________________
THE SIGNATURE BELOW INDICATES THAT I AGREE TO COMPLY WITH THE CURRENT EDITION
OF THE VIRGINIA UNIFORM STATEWIDE BUILDING CODE AND ALL SUPPLEMENTS AND THE
EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL REQUIREMENTS AS CONTAINED IN CHAPTER 34, SUFFOLK
CITY CODE AND ALL OTHER CITY CODE REQUIREMENTS. THIS APPLICATION IS MADE
PURSUANT TO U.S.B.C. SECTION 110. STRUCTURES ARE NOT PERMITTED TO BE PLACED ON
EASEMENTS OR RIGHT OF WAYS. THE CITY WILL BE HELD HARMLESS FOR VIOLATION OF THIS
POLICY. **FENCES ONLY - The property owner/permit holder is responsible for the easement access on the subject property as it relates
to the fence associated with this fence permit. Be advised that the purchase of the permit does not allow property owner/permit holder to impede the
easement holder's access. In the event access is needed, the property owner/permit holder will have to work out access with the easement holder
accordingly. The City is in no way responsible for any damage or property inaccessibility that may result from any party as a result of the property
owner/permit holder erecting the fence associated with this permit. If the easement is a City easement (in part or whole), issuance of the permit does not
diminish the City's easement rights. Fences erected in easements may be required to be moved by the entity that has the easement rights (easement
holder) and the City is not responsible for costs associated with the removal or destruction of the fence by the easement holder or anyone else. Per UDO
31-701 The “finished” side of any fence shall face outward towards surrounding properties and rights-of-way.
* If this is a rental property, it is your responsibility to assure that you have the authority to use this property. The City
assumes no liability for its use.
*Administrative processing fees will be deducted from any refund if the permit is voided / cancelled. Applicant agrees to
waive a full refund as set in section 107.1.2, in the Virginia Construction Code.
 I HEREBY SWEAR OR AFFIRM THAT THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IS TRUE AND ACCURATE.
ANY FALSIFICATION, MISREPRESENTATION OR MISLEADING INFORMATION VOIDS THIS PERMIT.
SIGNED__________________________________ PRINT NAME ______________________________
DATE_____________________ Check Appropriate Box: □ Owner □ Contractor □ Agent
rev. 01-06-16
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CITY OF SUFFOLK
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
442 W WASHINGTON STREET, SUFFOLK, VIRGINIA 23434
MAIN: 757-514-4150 FAX: 757-514-4150
Article 4, Zoning
UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE
(2)
31-407 (Dimensional and Density Regulations)
EXCEPTIONS AND PERMITTED ENCROACHMENTS.
A. The following features may encroach into required setbacks:
(i)
Landscaping
(ii)
Bay windows; not to exceed 3 feet;
(iii)
Chimneys, not to exceed 2 feet;
(iv)
Clothesline post (rear yard only);
(v)
Driveways, curbs and sidewalks;
(vi)
Flagpoles;
(vii)
Heating and cooling units, not to exceed 3 feet;
(viii)
Mailboxes;
(ix)
Overhanging roof, eave, gutter, cornice, or other architectural feature and awnings, not to exceed
3 feet, except that no septic system shall be permitted to encroach into the RPA or stream back
buffer unless authorized by the Health Department;
(x)
Septic systems, wells and underground utilities;
(xi)
Signs (in accordance with the sign standards);
(xii)
Steps, stairs or fire escaped (non-enclosed), not to exceed 6 feet, but not closer than 3 feet to any
side property line;
(xiii)
Uncovered, unenclosed terraces or porches not to exceed 6 feet, but not closer than 3 feet to any
side property line;
(xiv)
Accessory buildings, within required rear setbacks only or as otherwise allowed by this Ordinance
(xv)
Fences, in accordance with Section 31-701 of this Ordinance;
(xvi)
Yard service lighting fixtures or poles; and
(xvii) Fire escapes not to exceed 6 feet, but not closer than 3 feet to any side property line.
B. The administrator may permit a reduction of not to exceed twenty-five percent
(25%) in the dimension of any required yard for otherwise conforming lot subject
to the requirements of VC 15.2-2286.4. Any reduction by more than twenty-five
percent (25%) shall require a variance from the Board of Zoning Appeals.
UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE
31-701 (accessory structures)
(c) Fences or walls in commercial and industrial districts provided that:
A. Fences or walls located in side or rear yards shall not exceed eight (8) feet in height other than yards adjacent to a
street;
B. Fences or walls shall not be located in yards adjacent to a street, except as provided for in subsection C below; provided
that sight triangle and visibility standards, as established in Street Improvement Standards be observed;
C. The above standards shall not be deemed to prohibit any fences or walls which may be required for screening, security
or safety purposes by other sections of this Ordinance, as determined by the Administrator;
D. The site plan shall show the method of construction and anchoring the fence, posts and gate; and
E. The site plan shall clearly show the distance between the fence and the abutting property lines and the distance to the
sight line of a street right-of-way intersection. Adequate sight distance shall be maintained.
I have read, understand and will comply with the exceptions and permitted encroachments provisions and the fences or walls in a singlefamily residential districts listed in the Unified Development Ordinance and take full responsibility for any non-compliance with the
provisions herein.
________________________________
Applicant’s Signature
____________________________
Date
Page 3 of 3
CITY OF SUFFOLK
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS / ENGINEERING DIVISION
442 WEST WASHINGTON STREET, 2ND FLOOR, SUFFOLK, VIRGINIA 23434
PHONE (757) 514-7611; FAX (757) 514-7727
PUBLIC WORKS ENGINEERING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE
SUBMITTAL PACKAGE
1) City of Suffolk Lot Grading Policy
2) Single Family Lot Grading Plan Application
3) Agreement in Lieu of an Erosion and Sediment Control Plan for a Single Family
Residence
4) Agreement in Lieu of a Stormwater Management Plan for a Single Family Residence
5) Single Family Residence Common Plan of Development or Sale Stormwater Pollution
Prevention Plan (SWPPP)
6) Driveway Permit Application
The City of Suffolk Lot Grading Policy must be followed when preparing the single family
residence lot grading plan.
A Single Family Lot Grading Plan Application is required for all submissions.
An Agreement in Lieu of an Erosion and Sediment Control Plan for a Single Family Residence is
required for all land-disturbing activities of 2,500 square feet or more in the Chesapeake Bay
Preservation Area (CBPA); or 10,000 square feet or more outside of the CBPA.
An Agreement in Lieu of a Stormwater Management Plan is required for all land-disturbing
activities associated with the construction of a single family residence separately built and; part
of a larger common plan of development, or greater than or equal to one acre and not part of a
larger common plan of development.
A Single Family Residence Common Plan of Development or Sale Stormwater Pollution
Prevention Plan (SWPPP) is required for all land-disturbing activities associated with the
construction of a single family residence separately built and; part of a larger common plan of
development, or greater than or equal to one acre and not part of a larger common plan of
development.
A Driveway Permit Application is required for any work in the right-of-way.
These forms are specific to the Public Works Department. There will be additional forms
required by Community Development.
Revised Feburary 2016
CITY OF SUFFOLK SINGLE FAMILY LOT GRADING POLICY
1) Site plans showing lot grading must be submitted with the building permit application.
This plan must be in accordance with the engineering plans approved by Public Works,
under no circumstance will a lot grading plan be approved if the proposed
impervious area exceeds the allowable impervious area defined in the approved
engineering plans. In the event that previously approved engineering plans do not exist,
plans shall be prepared in accordance with lot grading standards established in the
Unified Development Ordinance and this Lot Grading Policy.
2) Lot grading plans shall provide sufficient grades, ridge lines and directional arrows to
define the proposed drainage pattern of the entire lot. A minimum of seven proposed lot
grades shall be provided: four at the corners: two at the side yard midpoints; and one
grade located at the center of the lot (rear of typical structure location). Intermediate
grades may be required in order to verify positive drainage. Note the lot drainage type
(A, B, or AB) for each lot.
3) The Resource Protection Area (RPA) must be delineated on the plans as applicable.
4) The Limits of Tidal Wetlands must be delineated on any plans adjacent to tidal waters.
This is defined by an elevation 1.5 times the mean tide range.
5) The amount of impervious area in acres and percentage of the site that is impervious shall
be depicted.
6) Storm water runoff should be directed to adequate drainage structures or large natural
drainage features.
7) For larger parcels, the entire lot may not require a topographic survey (large wooded
areas, agricultural fields, wetlands, etc.). Adequate drainage around the proposed
residence, yard, driveways, and other structures must be demonstrated.
8) A minimum slope of 0.5% is required with a slope of 1.0% desirable where practical.
9) Lots shall be graded to within 0.1 feet of the final grade prior to issuance of a Certificate
of Occupancy (CO). In addition, a minimum grade of 0.5% minimum slope must also be
provided. A lot grading certification must be submitted to Community Development
prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy.
10) Lot grading which requires considerable fill (greater than 4.0 feet) shall be clearly
delineated (shaded, cross-hatched, etc.) on the plan and is the responsibility of the
developer.
11) Overland flow onto adjacent offsite property is generally unacceptable. When a natural
slope of 5.0% or greater exists or more than four feet of fill is required, an area may drain
in its natural direction. Easements may be required to drain water across adjacent
property when runoff is increased or the direction of flow is altered.
12) Compliance with the current edition of the Virginia Erosion and Sediment Control
Handbook minimum standards (MS-19) is required.
13) The size of plot plans shall be no larger than legal size paper, 8.5” x 14”.
14) A Driveway Permit is required for any construction within the associated right-ofway, including the installation of driveway culverts. A minimum 15-inch diameter
RCP (reinforced concrete pipe) is required for driveway culverts.
Revised Feburary 2016
CITY OF SUFFOLK
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS / ENGINEERING DIVISION
442 WEST WASHINGTON STREET, 2ND FLOOR, SUFFOLK, VIRGINIA 23434
PHONE (757) 514-7611; FAX (757) 514-7727
SINGLE FAMILY LOT GRADING PLAN APPLICATION
A formal lot grading plan prepared by a Professional Engineer, Surveyor, or other person
licensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia to practice as such, shall be submitted with this
application for review. Parcels located within an approved subdivision or otherwise master
planned, shall be designed in accordance with the previously established lot grades and allowable
impervious area. Under no circumstance will a lot grading plan be approved if the proposed
impervious area exceeds the allowable impervious area defined in the approved
engineering plans. The Certificate of Occupancy may be withheld if it is determined that a
deviation exists between the actual site grades and the formal lot grading plan or the “City of
Suffolk Single Family Lot Grading Policy”.
Application Procedure:
1) Complete the information at the bottom of this application
2) Complete the necessary agreement in lieu of forms and the Driveway Permit Application
3) Attach one copy of the formal lot grading plan
4) Submit the lot grading package to Community Development
5) Public Works Engineering staff will review the lot grading plan
6) Pay the fee of $290.00 to the Treasurer’s Office prior to issuance of permit(s)
LOT GRADING PLANS MAY TAKE 1-5 WORKING DAYS TO REVIEW
Tax Map #: __________________
SFC_____________ (City Use)
Is this lot located within a subdivision with prior approved plan grades and served by a
stormwater BMP facility? Yes____ Subdivision Name:______________________________
No____ Lot number:___________
Parcel Address: _______________________________________________________________
Contact Person (owner/builder/permittee):
Name: ______________________________
Daytime Phone Number: ________________
Address: ____________________________
Alternate Phone Number: ________________
Email _____________________________
Fax Number: _________________________
Applicants Printed Name: _____________________________________________________
Applicants Signature: _____________________________ Date: ______________________
Revised Feburary 2016
CITY OF SUFFOLK
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS / ENGINEERING DIVISION
442 WEST WASHINGTON STREET, 2ND FLOOR, SUFFOLK, VIRGINIA 23434
PHONE (757) 514-7611; FAX (757) 514-7727
AGREEMENT IN LIEU OF AN EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL PLAN FOR A
SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE
Tax Map #: ___________________________
Subdivision: __________________________
Lot Number: ________________________
Parcel Address: ________________________________________________________________
An approved erosion and sediment control plan is required for all land disturbing activities of
2,500 square feet or more in a Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area (CBPA); or 10,000 square feet
or more outside of the CBPA. Where the land-disturbing activity results from the construction of
a single family residence, an agreement in lieu of a plan may be substituted for an approved
erosion and sediment control plan. Lots with approved engineering plans shall be designed in
accordance with the previously established lot grades and impervious areas. Under no
circumstance will a lot grading plan be approved if the proposed impervious area exceeds
the allowable impervious area defined in the approved engineering plans.
Single family residential sites shall implement the following minimum practices, which will be
considered to meet the requirements of the City of Suffolk Erosion and Sedimentation Control
Ordinance, unless additional measures are specifically required by the Public Works Department:
 Silt fence is required behind the curb line at the front of the property and on all sides of
the property that slope away from the site. Silt fence is required between the work site
and any wetlands or other environmentally sensitive areas. The bottom of all silt fences
shall be trenched at least 4 inches into the ground per the Virginia Erosion and Sediment
Control Handbook.
 Streets and gutters are to remain free of all sediment and construction debris. Any
sediment deposited onto the street must be cleaned up (shoveled and broom swept by the
end of each day and prior to pending rain events).
 If a curb or drop inlet receives stormwater runoff from the lot, inlet protection must be
provided and kept clean of sediment and trash. The inlet protection must be removed
once the parcel is stabilized.
 A construction entrance is required unless otherwise allowed by the Public Works
Inspector.
 All denuded areas on the lot shall be stabilized within seven (7) days of final grading with
permanent vegetation or a protective ground cover suitable for the time of year.
ADDITIONAL MEASURES: ___________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Revised Feburary 2016
In accepting an agreement in lieu of an erosion and sediment control plan, the landowner agrees
to allow free access to the site for the Public Works Inspector. Inspections will be periodic and
unscheduled. Deficiencies will be noted by the Public Works Inspector with a time period
specified to allow corrections of deficiencies. If corrections are not made within the specified
time period, a Notice to Comply will be issued. If corrections are not made within the time limit
specified in the Notice to Comply, a Stop Work Order will be issued for all activities except for
erosion and sediment control corrective measures. The Order will remain in place until released
by a Public Works Inspector.
In lieu of submission of an erosion and sediment control plan for the construction of this single
family residence, I hereby agree to comply with the City of Suffolk Erosion and Sedimentation
Control Ordinance and the requirements determined necessary by the Public Works Department
as outlined above. Such requirements shall be based on the Virginia Erosion and Sediment
Control Handbook and conservation standards contained in the City of Suffolk Erosion and
Sedimentation Control Ordinance, and shall represent the minimum practices necessary to
provide adequate control of erosion and sedimentation. I further understand that failure to
comply with such requirements following notice representatives of the City of Suffolk could
result in citation for violation of the City of Suffolk Erosion and Sedimentation Control
Ordinance. I also agree to allow free access to the site for the Public Works Inspector.
If it is found that: (a) The Responsible Land Disturber certification is expired or otherwise
invalid, or (b) It is inaccurately indicated on the Lot Grading Plan Application that the parcel is
located in a subdivision served by a best management practice stormwater facility with an
approved drainage pattern when in fact it is not; this application will be revoked and a stop work
order issued by the Public Works Department.
Name of Landowner (Print): __________________________________ Phone: ____________
Signature of Landowner: _____________________________________ Date: _____________
Responsible Land Disturber* (Print): __________________________ Phone: ____________
Signature of Responsible Land Disturber: _______________________ Date: _____________
Type of Certification: ________________________Certification Number: _______________
Email Address:________________________________________________________________
Accepted by: _____________________________________ Date: _______________________
City use only
* A “Responsible Land Disturber” is an individual certified by the Virginia Department of
Conservation and Recreation (DCR), Virginia Department of Environmental Quality
(DEQ), or licensed in Virginia as a Land Surveyor, Professional Engineer, Registered
Architect, or Landscape Architect.
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CITY OF SUFFOLK
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS / ENGINEERING DIVISION
442 WEST WASHINGTON STREET, 2ND FLOOR, SUFFOLK, VIRGINIA 23434
PHONE (757) 514-7611; FAX (757) 514-7727
AGREEMENT IN LIEU OF STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PLAN
FOR A SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE
Tax Map #___________________
Subdivision: _________________________________
Lot Number: _________________
Parcel Address: _____________________________
Area of Disturbance: ____________ Acres
Watershed: ___________________
Proposed Impervious Area: __________ Acres
HUC: _____________________
An Agreement in Lieu of a Stormwater Management Plan is required for all land-disturbing
activities associated with the construction of a single family residence separately built and; part
of a larger common plan of development, or greater than one acre and not part of a larger
common plan of development. Parcels located within an approved subdivision or otherwise
master planned, shall be designed in accordance with the previously established lot grades and
allowable impervious area. Under no circumstance will a lot grading plan be approved if the
proposed impervious area exceeds the allowable impervious area defined in the approved
engineering plans.
In lieu of submitting a formal stormwater management plan for development of this single family
residence, I agree to comply with the requirements of the Virginia Stormwater Management
Regulations and Section 35 of the City Code, and to provide all necessary pollution prevention
and stormwater management measures in order to protect against pollutant discharge from the
property. I further agree to comply with any additional requirements deemed necessary by the
Department of Public Works - Engineering. Such requirements shall be based on established
stormwater management standards and shall represent the minimum practices necessary to
provide adequate treatment and control of stormwater runoff resulting from this development.
As a minimum I agree to prepare the following prior to beginning any land-disturbing activity:
1. A Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) containing the content specified by
Regulation Section 9VAC25-870-54, which includes a general description of the proposed
stormwater management facilities and the mechanism through which the facilities will be
operated and maintained after construction is completed, as well as documentation and
calculations verifying compliance with the water quality and quantity requirements.
2. A Pollution Prevention Plan (PPP) required by Regulation 9VAC25-870-56, detailing the
design, installation, implementation, and maintenance of effective pollution prevention
measures to minimize the discharge of pollutants. At a minimum, such measures must be
designed, installed, implemented, and maintained to:
Revised Feburary 2016
(1) Minimize the discharge of pollutants from equipment and vehicle washing, wheel wash
water, and other wash waters. Wash waters must be treated in a sediment basin or
alternative control that provides equivalent or better treatment prior to discharge;
(2) Minimize the exposure of building materials, building products, construction wastes,
trash, landscape materials, fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, detergents, sanitary waste,
and other materials present on the site to precipitation and to stormwater; and
(3) Minimize the discharge of pollutants from spills and leaks and implement chemical spill
and leak prevention and response procedures.
The pollution prevention plan shall include effective best management practices to prohibit
the following discharges:
(1) Wastewater from washout of concrete, unless managed by an appropriate control;
(2) Wastewater from washout and cleanout of stucco, paint, form release oils, curing
compounds, retarders for exposed aggregate finishes, and other construction materials;
(3) Fuels, oils, or other pollutants used in vehicle and equipment operation and maintenance;
(4) Soaps or solvents used in vehicle and equipment washing; and
(5) Discharges from dewatering activities, including discharges from dewatering of trenches
and excavations, unless managed by appropriate controls.
I further understand that failure to comply with such requirements within the reasonable time
specified in a documented notice by the City of Suffolk Public Works Department will result in a
citation for each day the violation remains uncorrected thereafter and that the penalty for each
violation is up to $32,500.
I hereby grant the City of Suffolk the right to enter upon the subject property periodically for
inspections to ensure compliance with the Virginia Stormwater Management Regulations and the
City of Suffolk Stormwater Management Ordinance.
Name of Landowner (Print): __________________________________ Phone: ____________
Signature of Landowner: _____________________________________ Date: _____________
(Operator/Contractor)
Name:
________________________________
Contractor License #:
___________________________
Address:
_______________________________
Phone #:
________________________________
Revised Feburary 2016
THE STORMWATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN MUST BE MAINTAINED ONSITE AT ALL
TIMES. COORDINATE WITH THE CITY INSPECTOR TO DETERMINE AN APPRORIATE LOCATION.
CITY OF SUFFOLK
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS / ENGINEERING DIVISION
442 WEST WASHINGTON STREET, 2ND FLOOR, SUFFOLK, VIRGINIA 23434
PHONE (757) 514-7725; FAX (757) 514-7727
SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE
STORMWATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN (SWPPP)
FOR CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES AT:
PROJECT NAME/ADDRESS: ___________________________________________________
CITY/STATE/ZIP CODE: _______________________________________________________
LATITUDE (DECIMAL DEGREES): ______________________________________________
LONGITUDE (DECIMAL DEGREES): ____________________________________________
HUC/WATERSHED/RECEIVING STREAM: _______________________________________
CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITY OPERATOR:
COMPANY/ORGANIZATION NAME: ___________________________________________
OPERATOR NAME: __________________________________________________________
ADDRESS: __________________________________________________________________
CITY/STATE/ZIP CODE: _______________________________________________________
TELEPHONE NUMBER: _______________________________________________________
EMAIL ADDRESS: ____________________________________________________________
24-HOUR EMERGENCY CONTACT: _____________________________________________
SWPPP PREPARATION DATE:
MONTH/DAY/YEAR: _________________________________________________________
CERTIFICATION:
"I certify under penalty of law that I have read and understand this document and that this document and
all attachments were prepared in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel
properly gathered and evaluated the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons
who manage the system, or those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the
information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am
aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information, including the possibility of fine
and imprisonment for knowing violations.”
OPERATOR NAME: ___________________________________________________________
TITLE: ______________________________________________________________________
SIGNATURE: ________________________________________________________________
PROJECT NAME: _____________________________________
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THE STORMWATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN MUST BE MAINTAINED ONSITE AT ALL
TIMES. COORDINATE WITH THE CITY INSPECTOR TO DETERMINE AN APPRORIATE LOCATION.
1.0
SWPPP Documents Located Onsite & Available for Review:
Located Onsite &
Available for Review?
□ Yes
□ N/A
SWPPP Document Type
Registration Statement
Notice of Coverage Letter
Construction General Permit
Site Plan
Erosion and Sediment Control Plan (or agreement in lieu of)
Stormwater Management Plan (as applicable or agreement in lieu of)
2.0
□ Yes
□ Yes
□ Yes
□ Yes
□ Yes
□ N/A
□ N/A
□ N/A
□ N/A
□ N/A
Authorized Non-Stormwater Discharges:
Type of Authorized Non-Stormwater Discharge
External buildings wash down
□ Yes
□ Yes
□ Yes
□ Yes
Uncontaminated foundation or footing drains
Uncontaminated excavation dewatering
Landscape irrigation
Others:
3.0
Likely Present at Your
Project Site?
□ Yes
□ No
□ No
□ No
□ No
□ No
Pollution Prevention Awareness:
Employees will be given a “walk through" of the site identifying areas of possible pollution and
will be shown Erosion and Sediment Controls and Pollution Prevention Practices (identified in
Sections 4.0 and 5.0 of this SWPPP) that are applicable to their assigned job duties. A refresher
meeting and “walk through" will be conducted on an as needed basis.
4.0
Erosion and Sediment Controls:
Select
all that
Erosion and Sediment Control
apply
Construction Entrance (Std. & Spec. 3.02)
□
□
□
□
□
□
□
□
□
Estimated
Installation
Date
Silt Fence (Std. & Spec. 3.05)
Culvert Inlet Protection (Std. & Spec.
3.08)
Outlet Protection (Std. & Spec. 3.18)
Temporary Seeding (Std. & Spec. 3.31)
Estimated
Responsible
Removal
Party
Date
N/A
As required
by 3.31
N/A
Permanent Seeding (Std. & Spec. 3.32)
N/A
Sodding (Std. & Spec. 3.33)
N/A
Mulching (Std. & Spec. 3.35)
N/A
Construction
Activity
Operator
(See Cover
Page of this
SWPPP)
Others:
PROJECT NAME: _____________________________________
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THE STORMWATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN MUST BE MAINTAINED ONSITE AT ALL TIMES. COORDINATE WITH THE CITY
INSPECTOR TO DETERMINE AN APPRORIATE LOCATION.
5.0
Potential Sources of Pollutants & Pollution Prevention Practices:
Concrete washout and
cement waste
Structure construction,
stucco, painting, and
cleaning
Dewatering operations
Materials delivery and
storage
Material use during
building process
Solid waste disposal
Sanitary waste
Landscaping operations
Others:
□ Yes
□ No
□ Yes
□ Yes
□ No
□ No
□ Yes
□ No
□ Yes
□ Yes
□ No
□ No
□ Yes
□ Yes
□ Yes
□ Yes
□ Yes
□ No
□ No
□ No
□ No
□ No
X
X
X
Other Toxic Chemicals
Trash, Debris, Solids
Bacteria & Viruses
Oil & Grease
Pesticides & Herbicides
pH (acids and bases)
Heavy Metals
Likely Present at
Your Project Site?
Nutrients
Pollutant-Generating
Activity
Clearing, grading,
excavating, and unstabilized areas
Paving operations
Sediment
Pollutants
Pollution
Prevention
Practice
X
(1)
X
(2)
(3)
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
(6)
X
X
X
X
X
X
(7)
X
X
(8)
X
X
X
PROJECT NAME: _____________________________________
X
(4)
X
(5)
X
X
(9)
X
X
(10)
(11)
Page 3 of 7
Responsible
Party
Construction
Activity
Operator (See
Cover Page of
this SWPPP)
THE STORMWATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN MUST BE MAINTAINED ONSITE AT ALL
TIMES. COORDINATE WITH THE CITY INSPECTOR TO DETERMINE AN APPRORIATE LOCATION.
Pollution Prevention Practices:
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
(10)
(11)
Clearing, grading, excavating, and un-stabilized areas – Utilize erosion and sediment
controls to prevent sediment laden or turbid runoff from leaving the construction site.
Dispose of clearing debris at acceptable disposal sites. Apply permanent or temporary
stabilization, sodding and/or mulching to denuded areas in accordance with the erosion
and sediment control specifications and the general VPDES permit for discharges of
stormwater from construction activities.
Paving operations – Cover storm drain inlets during paving operations and utilize
pollution prevention materials such as drip pans and absorbent/oil dry for all paving
machines to limit leaks and spills of paving materials and fluids.
Concrete washout and cement waste – Direct concrete wash water into a leak-proof
container or leak-proof settling basin that is designed so that no overflows can occur due
to inadequate sizing or precipitation. Hardened concrete wastes shall be removed and
disposed of in a manner consistent with the handling of other construction wastes.
Structure construction, stucco, painting, and cleaning – Enclose, cover or berm
building material storage areas if susceptible to contaminated stormwater runoff.
Conduct painting operations consistent with local air quality and OSHA regulations. Mix
paint indoors, in a containment area or in a flat unpaved area. Prevent the discharge of
soaps, solvents, detergents and wash water from construction materials, including the
clean-up of stucco paint, form release oils and curing compounds.
Dewatering operations – Construction site dewatering from building footings or other
sources may not be discharged without treatment. Sediment laden or turbid water shall
be filtered, settled or similarly treated prior to discharge.
Material delivery and storage – Designate areas of the construction site for material
delivery and storage. Place near construction entrances, away from waterways, and avoid
transport near drainage paths or waterways.
Material use during building process – Use materials only where and when needed to
complete the construction activity. Follow manufacturer's instructions regarding uses,
protective equipment, ventilation, flammability, and mixing of chemicals.
Solid waste disposal – Designate a waste collection area on the construction site that
does not receive a substantial amount of runoff from upland areas and does not drain
directly to a waterway. Ensure that containers have lids so they can be covered before
periods of rain, and keep containers in a covered area whenever possible. Schedule waste
collection to prevent the containers from overfilling.
Sanitary waste – Prevent the discharge of sanitary waste by providing convenient and
well-maintained portable sanitary facilities. Locate sanitary facilities in a convenient
location away from waterways.
Landscaping operations – Maintain as much existing vegetation as practicable. Apply
permanent or temporary stabilization, sodding and/or mulching to denuded areas in
accordance with the erosion and sediment control specifications and the general VPDES
permit for discharges of stormwater from construction activities. Apply nutrients in
accordance with manufacturer's recommendations and not during rainfall events.
Others – If applicable, describe your Pollution Prevention Practice.
PROJECT NAME: _____________________________________
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THE STORMWATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN MUST BE MAINTAINED ONSITE AT ALL
TIMES. COORDINATE WITH THE CITY INSPECTOR TO DETERMINE AN APPRORIATE LOCATION.
6.0
Stormwater Management Controls:
Select all
that
apply
□
Stormwater Management
Estimated
Installation
Date
Post-development Stormwater Management
Controls provided by a Larger Common Plan of
Development or Sale
N/A
Other Stormwater Management Controls (List BMP type and level)
BMP 1:
□
□
□
7.0
BMP 2:
BMP 3:
Responsible
Party
Common Plan
Construction
Activity
Operator
Construction
Activity
Operator (See
Cover Page of
this SWPPP)
Spill Prevention and Response:
Most spills can be cleaned up following manufacturer specifications. Absorbent/oil dry, sealable
containers, plastic bags, and shovels/brooms are suggested minimum spill response items that
should be available at this location.
1. Check for hazards (flammable material, noxious fumes, cause of spill) - if flammable
liquid, turn off engines and nearby electrical equipment. If serious hazards are present
leave the area and immediately call 911. LARGE SPILLS ARE LIKELY TO PRESENT
A HAZARD.
2. Make Sure the spill area is safe to enter and that it does not pose an immediate threat to
health or safety of any person.
3. Stop the spill source.
4. Call co-workers and supervisor for assistance and to make them aware of the spill and
potential dangers.
5. If possible, stop spill from entering drains (use absorbent or other material as necessary).
6. Stop spill from spreading (use absorbent or other material).
7. If spilled material has entered a storm sewer; contact Public Works – Engineering at
(757) 514-7725.
8. Clean up spilled material according to manufacturer specifications, for liquid spills use
absorbent materials and do not flush area with water.
9. Properly dispose of cleaning materials and used absorbent material according to
manufacturer specifications.
Emergency Contacts:
Public Works - Engineering
Department of Environmental Quality - Tidewater Regional Office
VA Department of Emergency Management (24 Hour Reporting Service)
Suffolk Fire and Rescue Department
Police Department
PROJECT NAME: _____________________________________
(757) 514-7725
(757) 518-2000
(804) 674-2400
(757) 514-4550
(757) 514-7912
Page 5 of 7
THE STORMWATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN MUST BE MAINTAINED ONSITE AT ALL
TIMES. COORDINATE WITH THE CITY INSPECTOR TO DETERMINE AN APPRORIATE LOCATION.
8.0
Inspections & Corrective Action Log (make additional copies as needed):
Qualified Inspector
Company/Organization: ___________________________________
Name: _________________________________________________
Telephone Number: ______________________________________
Qualifications: __________________________________________
Inspection Schedule
Discharges to surface waters:
□
Once every 7 days; or
□
Once every 14 days and no later than 48 hours following any measurable storm event.
Discharges to impaired waters, surface water within a TMDL watershed, or exceptional
waters:
□
Once every 4 days; or
□
Once every 7 days and no later than 48 hours following any measurable storm event.
Inspection Date: _____________________________
Best Management
Practices (BMPs)
In Compliance
with SWPPP?
Erosion & Sediment
Controls
(Section 4.0)
□ Yes
□ No
Pollution Prevention
Practices
(Section 5.0)
□ Yes
□ No
Stormwater
Management Controls
(Section 6.0)
Corrective Action Needed;
Responsible Party
Date Corrective
Action Taken
□ Yes □ No
□ N/A
Inspector Name: ___________________
Operator Name: _____________________
Signature: ________________________
Signature: __________________________
Date: ____________________________
Date: ______________________________
PROJECT NAME: _____________________________________
Page 6 of 7
THE STORMWATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN MUST BE MAINTAINED ONSITE AT ALL
TIMES. COORDINATE WITH THE CITY INSPECTOR TO DETERMINE AN APPRORIATE LOCATION.
9.0
Inspections & Corrective Action Log (make additional copies as needed):
Date
Grading
Activity
Installed
10.0
Description of the
Grading Activity
(including location)
Date
Grading
Activity
Ceased
Date
Stabilization
Measures
Initiated
Description of the
Stabilization Measures
(including location)
SWPPP Modification & Update Log:
Modification
Date
Description of the Modification/Update
PROJECT NAME: _____________________________________
Modification Prepared By
(name& title)
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CITY OF SUFFOLK
Approvcd
Department of Public Works
Engineering Division
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Denied D
Dare
Permit #
Amount$
By.
DRTYEWAY PER.UIIT APPLICATIO N
(Type or Print Clearly)
This is to request permission to construct a Suffolk Standard driveway to or from a City street, to access required offstreet parking area! in accordance with City Code Section 74 and the City of Suffolk pFM.
Driveway Type:
Commercial: D Residential: E New:E Repair/Replace Existing:D
Drivervay Size (at private property line):
(ft.)
Property Owner:
Pr
Phone #:
operl-v Owner's Address:
Address for driveway:
(lf dift'erent from above) (A site plan, survey, or other drawing MUST be submitted with application)
tr NoB
Sidewalk?: Yes tr No tr
Existing Curb & Gutter?: Yes
Existing
Is there an existing utility pole, fire hydrant. pedestal, cabinet, water meter or drainage ditch within 3 feet of the
proposed driveway area?: Yes
tr
No
tr
If
yes, please specify:
Contraqtor Infor$tation: (other than owner):
CompanyName:
Applicant Name:
Phone #:
ErnailAddress:
Address:
(Street)
(Srate)
lCity)
(Zip Codc)
A permit will NOT be issued unless accompanied by a proper site plan of proposed work. Site plan shall show all requested work on the
application, inciuding property lines, or city dght of way, edge of pavement, curb & gutter, sidewalk, driveways, closest cross street, city
trees and north arrow' existing sewer aad water lines, referelcing them to the edge of pavement. All work
shall be done in accordance
with this applica:ion or as amended and approved by this oflice. Please submit apflication and site plan in duplicate (2 copies).
A bond
as required by the City Code: E is attached hereto
Department. Work for this permit will commence on
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is on
file with the City in the
and
will
be completed on
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The Permittee, its agents, employees, olficers and assigns assume all responsibility and liability for any injury to persons or damage to
public or private property, caused directly or indirectly, by the performance of permitted work under this permit. Furthermorq the
Permittee, its agents, employees, officers or assigns agree to save and hold harmless the City of Suffolk, iis agents, employees, and
officers from any and all claims, demands, actions, judgments, executions, damages or proceedings for any and all personat in;ury anO
injuries to proPerty, real or personal, public or private caused by or arising out of, directly or indirectiy, from ihe performance of
permitted work.
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certlfy thqt the above iaformation is accurate, that proper permhsion fram the property owner has been obuined to pedorm the
work, and that all work vill be doae in accordance with the City of Sulfolk Right of Way Excavotion and Restorction- Menaal, as
amendcd.,
PRINTNAME
SIGNATTJRE
DATE
(Permit Applicant or Authorizd Agent)
The aaplicant hsreby agrees thnt:
o A fee of $100.00 will be chrged for each permit issued.
. Application must be submitted at least fourteen ( I 4) business days in advance ofsche{uled work.
. All work will be performed in accordance with the Laws, Zoning Ordinances, Ciry Code of the City of Suffolk, Virginia, rhe attached
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.
detailed plao, and
as
direaed by the Department Diroctor or designated represenutive.
The work shall bc carried out in accordance wilh Chaptcr 74 ofthe Suffolk City Code, entitled "streets and Sidewatks." Failure to have in possession a copy
ofthis documcnl does not relieve the permittee from the responsibility ofhaving knowledge ofand adhcring to lhe requirernents described tirerein.
Applicarts to whom permis are issucd at all times indcmniS and save harmlas the City of Suffolk from responsibility and damage to, or liability arising
&om, the exscise ofprivileges grantd in such permit either during construction or at any lime in fie future.
Permits are issued for saeet openings at specified locations. lfadditional openings are necessar, to complcte the wort at this sitq the permittee must notify
the Departrnent Director or designated rspresent tive immdiately.
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Limitations of working hun may be stipulated whcn necessary.
is not to be rercuted without special permission ofthe Departmert Director or designated represenrative.
is to be pmtetod by adequate lighs. barricades, and comtnrctions signs at all times in accordance with MUTCD standards.
All hckfilling of renches is to be made in layers not to exceed six (6) irches loose depth and compacred to a density rare of 95%.
Compaction by water will not be p€rmitted.
Where entra:ces are dish.ubed, they must be restorcd to their original condition or to a condition satisfactory to the Depaflment Director or designated
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The absence of an impecor docs not in any way relicve the permittee of his respomibility to perform the work in accordaace with the provisions of this
p€tmit.
The permittec is responsiblc for ensuring that all utility markings are removed within 20 days after the completion of work. If the utility mark are rpl
removed by the time speified herein, the City will consider the marks as graffiti. The City. in accordance with existing City ordinances, tnay remove
graIfiti, and the cosls associated with such removal will be the responsibility of the contractor or pennitee. Thc City shall have rhe right to suspead further
permis to coatr*tor or permittec until the utility marks are removed.
The permittce, its agenB, ernployees, oflicers. and assignees assume all responsibility and liability for any injury to persons ro darnage to public or private
property causcd directly or indireclly by the performancc of work performed under this permit.
The City of Suffolk reserves full municipal control over the subject of this permit.
Permittee agre€s ro rotiry the Dcpartnent of Pubtic Wo*s when the work herein referred to is complered.
A copy of this p€rmit must b€ maintained on thc site at all times.
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Traffic
Traffic
represefltative.
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. All signs. equipment, and material will be moved &om the City of Suffolk's right-of-way prior to lhc end of thc lane closure
time indicated. No lane closure
signing to include other traftic disruptivc work is o be initiated prior to the specified times. Lane closures witl not be permified on Saordap, Sundays, state
recognized holidays or other days deemed by Public Works to be the same as holidays (i.e. Easterl. Lane closures will be pmhibited from noon (Friday as
the case may be) lntil noon the following day (Tuesday as the case may be) in accordance with VDOT requirements for work zones.
In an effort to coordinate work and ensure safe travet, all work within the City Of Suffolk's right of way shall be reported to the
Engineering department a minimum of seven (7) calandar days prior to the start of work. E-mail notices shall be seot to:
pwrowDermits(asuffolkva.us. Please include information regarding company name, location of work, duration of work, extent of work,
contact name and contact telephonc number. Permit will not be issued until after the scven (7) day notice ofexact work dates are received.
lf unable to perform work on the approved dates please notiry the Engineering Department immcdiately requesting approval for new
dates. Failure to repor scheduled work as indicated above, prior to the start of any work in the right of way, will be deemed unauthorized
work in tle right of way and will result in a stop work order. Thc City may remove unauthorized work and restore the streel to its original
condition at the expense ofthe contractor.
A minimum lS-inch diameter RCP (Reilforced Concrete Pipe) is required for driyeway culvert.
RETURN COMPLETED APPLICATION TO:
PUBLIC WORKS, 442W. WASHINGTON STREET, SUITE 2036, SUFFOLK
EMAIL: owrowrermits(Asuffolkva.us
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SEC. 31.602.
(a)
.
DESIGN STANDARDS.
PURPOSE. These criteria are intended to assist in locusing design principles in order to preserve
property values, promote the public health, satety and general welfare, and develop a satisfactory
visual appearance within the City. The following standards regulate the use of land, buildings,
structures and other premises, as authorized by Code of Virginia, $ 15.2-2280. The purpose of these
regulations is to promote the health, safety or general wellare ol the public and of further
accomplishing the objectives of Code of Vlrginia, S 15-2-22OOi to implement lhe Comprehensive
Plan, to provide for adequate light, air, convenience of access, and safety from {ire, Ilood, crime and
other dangers; to reduce or prevent congestion in the public streets by providing a slreetscape
to pedestrian movement; to facilitate the creation ol a convenienl, attractive and
harmonious community; and to protect against the overcrowding of land; and to encourage economic
development activities that provide desirable employment and enlarge the tax base by providing lor a
quality housing stock; and to promote affordable housing by permitting creative alternatives relating
to site design which can achieve savings in the installation of project inlrastructure. These criteria
conducive
implement the Comprehensive Plan. Unless otherwise specified in this Ordinance, this Section is
applicable to all residential, commercial and industrial zoning districts in the City of Suffolk. These
criteria are designed to ensure that the man-made elements ol a site design are carefully cralled to
facilitate the satety of pedestrian activity, to provide for communities which are walkable, and to
promote a sense ol community. lt is not the intent ol this Section to deny or to condition applications
for development approval primarily on the basis of aesthetics, or to regulate the materials, colors,
texture, or light reflecting characteristics of buildings. This Section does encourage, but does not
require, materials, colors, texture, or light reflecting characteristics which add to the character of the
community and enhance the appearance of buildings and structures. Where any requirement of this
Section regulates a matter which is regulated by the Uniform Statewide Building Code (USBC), and
the requirement of this Section is in conflict with the USBC requirement and cannot reasonably be
conformed to it, the USBC shall govern.
(b)
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS. Except as otherwise indicated or where indicated as being optional or
recommended, the following requirements shall apply within all zoning districts:
(1)
INTERPBETATION. Terms and phrases used herein shall be construed in accordance with
Francis D.K. Ching, A Visual Dictionary ol Architecture; (Van Nostrand Reinhold, 1995), at 5259, which publication is hereby incorporated by relerence as il set forth in its entirety herein.
(2)
MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT. Mechanical equipment, whether ground level, wall mounted, or
roof mounted, shall be screened from public view and designed to appear as an integral part of
the building. Electrical meters and service components and similar utility devices shall be out of
view from public right-of-ways.
(3)
MASSING. For the CBD, VC, RM, RC and BU districts, the massing of buildings shall be
compatible with buildings on adjacent lots and parcels. The massing of a building shall be
considered compatible if not less than six (6) of the below-referenced elements are provided in
a manner consistent with any applicable requirements ol this Section:
.
Building Silhouette. Buildings maintain
a similar pitch and scale with different rool
line
configurations.
.
Spacing Between Building Facades. A narrow setback (not less than ten or more than 70
feet) is provided between building facades lacing the public right-of-way in order to lrame
the structure.
.
Setback from Property Line. The building contains bays or courtyards projecting outward
from the building facade.
.
Proportion of Windows, Bays, and Doorways. Windows, doorways, bays, and pediments
meet the following criteria: (1) windows, doorways, bays, and pediments do not vary more
than ten percent (10%) in size lrom windows, doorways, bays, and pediments in the facade
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ol adjacent buildings on the site, and (2) vertical or horizontal elements tied together
in
bands across facade lengths.
Proportion ol Primary Facade. The size of facades lacing the public right-of-way is similar
in area and height to width ratios. The size ol the facade shall be considered "similar" il the
largest lacade does not vary more than thirty percent (30%) in size from the smallest
lacade.
Location and Treatment
ol
Entryway. ln order to create visual commonality between
structures, the following criteria shall apply: (1) the size of entryways in building lacades
lacing the public right-of-way shall not vary by more than thirty percent (30%) in size, and
(2) entryways for adjacent buildings shall not vary more than thirty percent (30%) Irom
grade, as measured from the ground lloor elevation.
Exterior Materials Used. Applicants are encouraged to provide similar materials and
treatment on the exterior walls ol each building, which add detail and monumentality to a
bu ild
ing.
Building Scale. Building height and conliguration shall not vary by more than ten percent
(
10%), unless needed
to
maintain continuity between the ground floor elevation of
adioining buildings on the site.
Landscaping. Similar types and densities (varying by not more than thirty percent (30%) of
plantings adjoin the front facade in order to tie together buildings and to detine space.
Shadow Patterns. Applicants are encouraged to adjust the light and dark surfaces from
materials used and prolections form windows, bays and setbacks to create a vertical, linear
edge on adjoining buildings.
EXAMPLES OF DESIGN ELEMENTS
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;
Eranrple of buildings uith cornpatihle lircade and enln\\a\
trcalntnts and continuitr of bui lding si lhouette. Sourcc :
Whitne1,. BaiL'1. Lor & Magnani & Frazicr & asyrciate.s.
( i6'ofSullilk (;rhun [)esign P/an (Juh 1993 ).
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l)asign Guideline.r (Septenrber 1990). at 2{.
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BLANK WALLS.
A.
The purpose of this Section is to avoid long, monotonous, uninterrupted windowless walls
or roof planes. Such walls discourage pedestrian activity. This Section shall apply within
each zoning district set forth in Subsection B, below, and to multiple{amily dwellings.
B.
Building wall offsets, including projections, recesses and changes in floor level as provided
in this Subsection shall be used in order to add architectural interest and variety, and to
relieve the visual effect of a simple, long wall for the zoning districts listed below.
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Example of articulation of blank walls.
Source:Anton Nelessen, Visions
for a New American Dream (Chicago: American
Planning
Association, 1993). Reprinted with permission f rom American Planning Association.
Applicants are also encouraged to provide roof-line offsets in order to provide architectural interest
and variety to the massing of a building and to relieve the effect of a single, long roof . Facades facing
or adjoining the front setback which exceed the length set forth in Column (B), below, measured
horizontally, shall incorporate wall plane projections or recesses having a depth of at least 3 percent
of the length of the facade and extending at least 20 percent of the length of the facade. No
uninterrupted length of any facade shall exceed 150 horizontal feet. Windows, awnings, entryways
and/or arcades shall comprise not less than the percentage set forth in column (C), below, where the
facade adjoins or faces the f ront setback.
(A)
(B)
(c)
ZONING
>UNINTERRUPTED
PERCENT
DISTRICT
LENGTH
OPEN
B-L*
150
60%
B-2*
150
60%
Not applicable
Not applicable
otlc-P
"Main Entrance," "First Floor Pedestrian Orientation, and
"Entryways," and "Canopies and other Building Entrances."
See Section 31-408(9),
CBD/VC
PD/TND
150
60%
RC/RU * *
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.
Applies only to buildings exceeding 30,000 square leet, or where the cumulative gross
floor area of separate buildings on a site under common ownership exceeds
Ieet. See Section 31 -71 5 of this Ordinance.
3O,OOO
square
.. Applies only to multiple-family dwellings.
C.
Where the construclion ol a blank wall ls necessitated by the Building Code, the wall
should be articulated by the provision of blank window openings trimmed with lrames, sills
and lintels or, if the building is occupied by a commercial use, by using recessed or
projecting display window cases. lntensive landscaping may also be appropriate in certain
cases.
(5)
ENCLOSURE RATIO (OPTIONAL EXCEPT FOR CBD AND VC DISTRICTS).
A.
The Enclosure Batio refers to the ratio ol building height to spaces in front of the building.
Buildings serve to spatially define streets. Proper spatial detinition is achieved with
buildings or other architectural elements (including certain tree plantings) that make up the
street edges aligned in a disciplined manner with an appropriate ratio of height to width.
The condition of alignment occurs when the facades of buildings cooperate to delineate the
public space, as walls form a room. Building articulation must take place primarily in the
vertical plane or lacade. Appendages such as porches, balconies, and bay windows are
encouraged to promote the visual transition. The condition of enclosure generated by the
height-width ratio of the space is related to the physiology of the human eye. lf the width ol
a public space rs such that the cone of vision encompasses less street walls than the
opening to the sky, then the degree of spatial enclosure is slight. Ratios not exceeding 1:4
are considered optimal, while a 1:6 height-to-width ratio is the absolute minimum required
for appropriate urban spatial delinition. See P. Craighead, ed., The Hidden Design in Land
Use Ordinances (University of Southern Maine, 1991), at 45; r. Arendt, Rural by Design
(American Planning Association, '1 994), at 10-1 1 . An appropriate average ratio is 1 :3. As a
general rule, the tighter the ratio, the stronger the sense ol place. Spatial enclosure is
particularly imponant lor shopping streets, which must compete with malls which provide
very effective spatial definition. ln the absence of spatial definition by facades, disciplined
tree planting is an alternative. Trees aligned for spatial enclosure are necessary along
thoroughfares with substantial front yards.
B.
The height and/or setback of buildings facing across a public right-otway shall be adjusted
to conform to the maximum enclosure ratios as set forth in Column (B) below, as measured
from the front lacade of buildings facing across a public rightof-way. lf Streetscape
Landscaping is provided in accordance with Section 31-603(gX2)8. of this Ordinance, the
enclosure ratio shall be measured lrom the height of the trees at maturity rather than the
height ol the buildings, and shall conform to Column (C), below. For the internal streets or
circulation systems
of subdivision plats or site plans, the Enclosure Ratio shall be
computed by dividing the height ol the shortest lacing structure by the spaces between the
buildings. For development on individual tracts adjoining a public right-otway and not
under common ownership with tracts or parcels lacing across the right-of-way, the
Enclosure Batio shall apply only to the tract or parcel subject to the application for
development approval.
EXAMPLE: A building (Building A) is 15 feet in height and faces a building (Building B) 24 leet
in height across a street with a 4oJoot right-ol-way. Building A is located l5 feet and Building B
is located 20 feet from the edge ol the right-of-way, producing a building{o-building space of 75
feet. The Enclosure Ratio is 1:5 (15:75 1:5). See first "Village Scale" example, below;
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(A)
(B)
zoNrNG DrsTRrcT(s)
MINIMUM ENCLOSURE RATIO
(BUTLDtNGS)
(c)
MINIMUM ENCLOSURE RATIO
(STREETSCAPE TREES)
A, RR, RE*
L:9
1:5
RL, RM, RLM*
1:6
L:2
RC, RU*
1:5
1,:0.75
B-1,, B-2*
>1:6
1,:2
CBD, VC
l:4
1.:2
M-l_, M-2, CPx
Not Applicable
.Optional
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Enclosure ratio examples
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Example of enclosure ratios. Source: P. Craighead, ed., The Hidden Design in Land Use
Ordinances (University of Southern Maine, l\ilarch 1999), at 45. Reprinted with permission lrom
University of Southern lvlaine.
(c)
RESIDENTIAL DESIGN STANDARDS.
(1)
ATTACHED SINGLE-FAIVlLY. Attached singleJamily development shall
accordance with Section 31 -406, subject to the lollowing standards.
A.
B.
be permitted
in
LOT WIDTH. Attached housing is exempt lrom the lot width standard of the underlying
zoning district, but is not exempt lrom minimum lot area requirements except as allowed by
Section 31-407(d).
SETBACKS. No interior side setback is required on the "attached" side of a lot containing
an attached house. The front, side, and rear setback standards shall apply around the
perimeter of any building which contains attached housing units.
(2)
|\i|ULT|-FAMILY DEVELOPI\iIENT. The following standards shall apply to multi-family dwetting
units:
A.
B.
Multi-family buildings shall be separated by a minimum ol 1S feet.
Private open space.
(i)
A minimum of 200 square feet ol usable common open space shall be provided for
each multifamily dwelling unit to provide for active recreational needs of residents.
Usable open space excludes parking areas, required landscape areas, land within a
tloodway, water bodies, and land with greater than 1s-percent slope. Open space
provided pursuant to this requirement shall be accessible to all residents ol the
development and shall measure
at least thidy (30) feet across its
narrowest
dimension.
(ii)
The Administrator may waive up to fifty percent (50%) of the open space requirement
if the development satisfies one ol the following criteria.
a.
b.
All units are located within 1,000 feet of a public park as measured along a public
sidewalk, trail or bikeway; or
The development includes active recreation amenities lor residents such as
pools, tennis courts or playgrounds.
(3)
SINGLE-FAMILY DESIGN STANDARDS. The purpose of these provisions are: (1) to
supplement the zoning regulations applied to site built, modular and manulactured homes with
additional standards and procedures which will promote a satisfactory living environment for
residents of singleJamily homes and which will permit a mix of homes and other types of
housing within the City; (2) to permit greater diversity in the types of housing communities; (3) to
ensure thal all new single family dwellings are compatible with other forms ol housing; (4) to
ensure the provision of single-family housing opportunities for persons or families of low or
moderate income by providing lor design standards which ensure compatibility among various
types of housing units as an alternative to exclusionary zoning. lt is recommended that
application for development approval for
a single family home conform to the following
standards and criteria:
A.
lt is recommended that not less than sixteen percent (16%) ol the total area of any front
lacade (excluding garage doors) shall consist of windows and doors.
B.
lt is recommended that not less than eight percent (8%) ol the total area o{ any side or rear
facade shall consist of windows and doors.
C.
lt is recommended that all residential structures shall be conslructed on an 18-inch raised
slab above grade or crawl space.
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D.
For major subdivisions, a customized entrance is provided at the entry street intersecting
the aderial or major collector which teatures a watedall, sculpture, monument signage,
special landscaping, specialty pavemenl, or enhanced lence wall details. A boulevard
median is required.
(4)
MANUFACTURED HOIVES. Manufactured homes shall conlorm to the requirements of
Subsection (c)(3) ol this Section and to the following standards and criteria:
A.
Any manufactured home on an individual lot shall conform to the same building setback
standards, side and rear yard requirements, standards lor enclosures, access, vehicle
parking, and square footage standards and requirements to which a conventional singleIamily residential dwelling on the same lot would be sublect.
B.
The dwelling shall be attached to a permanent Ioundation system in compliance the
lnternational Conlerence of Building Officials "Guidelines for Manufactured Housing
lnstallation," as may be amended, and the following requirements:
(i)
(ii)
All wheels, hitches, axles, transporting lights and removable towing apparatus shall be
permanently removed prior to installation of the dwelling unit.
The loundation shall be excavated and shall have continuous skirting or backfill
leaving no uncovered open areas excepting vents and crawl spaces. The foundation
shall be exposed no more than
l2 inches above grade.
(iii) AII
manufactured homes shall be anchored to the ground by means of anchors
attached both to the frame and with straps extending over the top and completely
surrounding the sides and rool, consislent with Unlform Building Code guidelines.
Anchor design shall be approved by the Administrator prior to installation and shall
comply with all requirements ol the State of Virginia. ln addition, test data giving
certified results ol pull tests in soils representative ol the area in which the anchors
are to be used shall be submitted to the Administrator. Minimum load in direct pull
shall be 5,400 pounds. Anchors shall be marked so that alter installation, the
identif ication is in plain view for inspection.
C.
(d)
For homes which are narrower than sixteen (16) Ieet in width, the unit shall be oriented on
the lot so that its long axis is parallel to the street.
CBD AND VC ZONING DISTRICTS.
(1)
GENERALLY. New non-residential and residential structures in non-residential and mixed use
districts are encouraged to conlorm to the City of Suffolk Urban Design Plan (July i993),
chapters lV and V, which document is hereby incorporated by reference and made a pan of this
Ordinance.
(2)
ROOFS. Permitted roof types and rool design shall be consistent with the Urban Design Plan.
Gable roofs with a minimum pitch shall be used to the extent possible in the Town Center area.
Flat roofs may be used within existing commercial blocks in the CBD or VC districts where
consistent with the predominant style on the same block. Architectural elements that add visual
interest to roofs, such as dormers, belvederes, masonry or brick chimneys, cupolas, clock
towers and other similar elements are encouraged. See Figure 602-l.
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Figure 602-l
Reprinted with permission from American Planning Association. A Nelessen, Visions for a New American
dream (Chicago, American Planning Association, 2ed. 19941, at 337.
(3)
CORNER BUILDINGS. Commercial buildings on corner lots shall have at least two front
facades visibly exposed to the street. Such buildings may be designed with an increase of not
more than 15 percent in permissible height on the corner of the lot in order to accommodate
corner towers. ln the alternative, the front facade may be recessed in an inverted "L" shape in
order to accommodate a courtyard. See Figure 602-2.
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CITY OF SUFFOLK
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT
442W WASHINGTON ST., SUFFOLK, VIRGINIA 23434
PHONE (7s7) s14-4150; FAX (7s7) st4-4199
Frequently Used Contacts
www.suffolk.va.us
F
Utilities
Electricity
Supplied and distributed by Dominion Virginia Power, Community Electric Cooperative und
Franklin Power. For more information, call Dominion Virginia Power toll free at l-888-6673000, Community Electric Cooperative atl57-242-6181or Franklin Power 15l-562-8568.
Natural Gas
Distributed by Virginia Natural Gas Company and Columbia Gas of Virginia (Northern
Suffolk). For more information, please call Virginia Natural Gas at I-866-229-3578 or Columbia
Gas of Virginia at l-800-543-891 1.
Water
The City of Suffolk supplies water from its Robert G. House, Jr. Water Treatment Plant at Lone Star
Lakes. Average daily use is 4.5 million gallons; maximum daily capacity is 7.5 million gallons;
storage capacity is approximately 4 millions gallons ground and 3 million gallons elevated. For more
information, please call (157) 923-3675.
Wastewater Treatment
The City of Suffolk operates and maintains the sewer system that collects wastewater from homes
and businesses. These city pipelines connect to the Hampton Roads Sanitation District (HRSD)
interceptor pipelines, which transport wastewater to HRSD's Nansemond Wastewater Treatment
Plant. Capable of treating 30 million gallons per day, this plant uses a state-of-the-art process that
exceeds regulatory requirements. For more information, please contact HRSD at (7 57) 460-2261 . For
sewer maintenance call (757) 539-6377, or for storm drainage problems, contact Suffolk Public
Works at934-3111.
Solid Waste Disposal
Southeastern Virginia Public Service Authority (SPSA) manages and disposes of all residential
solid waste and garbage. SPSA also accepts disposal of industrial waste with prior approval. Types of
waste not accepted in landfills are liquids, paint, anything in barrels, asbestos, large animals and
hazardous waste. Residential and industrial recycling are available. For more information, call (757)
539-1091.
Phone
Phone service is provided to the City of Suffolk by Verizon (formerly Bell Atlantic and GTE). For
more information, please call Verizon at (757) 954-6222 or l-800-483-4000.
Cable TV
Cable television service is provided to Suffolk by Charter Communications. For more information,
please call (757) 539-2312.
Media
Local TV Network Stations
WTKR-TV 3 (CBS) WAVY-TV 10 (NBC) WVEC-TV 13 (ABC)
WHRO-TV 15 (PBS) WGNT-TV 27 (UPN
WTVZ-TV 33
(WB)
WVBT-TV 43 (FOX)
Local Media
The daily newspapers in Suffolk are the Suffolk News-Herald , the Daily Press, and The Virginian
Pilot. Many Suffolkians elect to receive both papers, as each of them has its own special qualities.
The Suffolk News-Herald focuses on the City of Suffolk and Isle of Wight County, carries local
news, articles of interest largely to Suffolkians, and major national news. The Virginian Pilot,
circulated throughout Hampton Roads, the Eastern Shore, and northeastern North Carolina, publishes
a tabloid twice a week called The Sun, which covers news in Suffolk and surrounding areas.
Suffolk Telephone Book
A complete source of businesses and residents throughout Suffolk appears \n the Suffolk Telephone
Book. Provided free by Command Affiliates, Inc., this local directory incorporates yellow and white
page listings of all businesses and professionals anxious to serve Suffolk residents in a prompt,
dedicated manner. Call (757) 539-5516 for more information.
Inspection
Setback Inspection: Sct brcks arc
to be in accordancc rvith zoning
Procedures
requiremeuts fcrr thc patccl. Set
back inspections are in coniunction
with footing inspections and shall
bc inspectcd priot ro thc placcmcnt
of concrcte.
2.
Sheathing Inapection: 'fhis is a
nail olf inspcction oli cxtcrior sz l
shcathing to ensure ptoper Ope :rncl
installation of fastencnr.
7.
inspcction requires all rvindorvs.
doors and air barricr to bc properlr
installcd and scalecl.
Footing Inspection: -\ll pcrimctcr
trenches and picr lbotinpF slrall be
clcar of all clebris. r'egetation and
-Ihey
rrxrts.
shall llso bc clcar of
rvater and muck sith gradc stakcs
in place. Concretc lincased
F)lccrode if applicablc shall llc
Rough-In Tradc Inepections:
Upon completion of atl framing
dn in phasc, the follos'ing
inspecrrr-rns arc reqrrircd in no
particuhr ordcr:
and
#a.
Nlcchmical l{ough-in
b. Irilcctrical Rough-in
c. Plumbing llouglr-in
vcrificd.
3.
Plumbing Slab Inspection: .\ll
scrvcr and u,:rlcr lincs shall lx'
uncovercd :rnd unclcr thc required
watcr hcad f()r tcst.
For Residential
Construction
A Message From:
The Suffolk Department of
Planning and Communiry
Devclopment
(7s7) st4-41s0
4.
Building Slab Inspection: .\rea
Ior slab shall bc clerr of all
vcaeradon, topsoil and debris.
llackfill shall bc clcar of all
Ycgctation and foreilrl matcrial. lnd
compactcd to lssure trniform
support of slab. ,\n appror"ed vlpor
Air-Barier Inspection; -fhis
tl. (las Pressurc'[ cst
#A
Nlechrnical Duct Seal Inspection is
re<luirccl pri<.r to thc Rough-in if this
optioo rvas sclected on the perrnit
application.
9.
Framing Inspection: Upoo
approval of all tradc rough-ins. rlrc
ftarning inspcction shall be
rc<ryested.
,\ll fireplaccs
ancl
brrrier with ioints llpped no lcss
thar 6 inches slrall bc in placc and
all rcquircd pcrimctcr insulation
chimncss should [:e installcd ar this
timc 1g l scpnratc inspcctron li,r rlrr'
shall bc installed.
requircd.
Foundation Inepection: 'l1re bos
(i.c. sills. anchorage, girders. floor
rpproval of thc iiaming inspcction,
ioistsl shell bc in nlacc s,irhout
sheathing,/dccking. Inspection shall
also includc load bcaring piers.
foundation rvalls. rcinforccmeur.
pier cap requirements ancl grading
of crarvl
spacc.
hrcplaces and chimncys shall be
Insulation Inspection: L'pon
the insulation shall bc inspcctecl ancl
approrcd prior to covcfing.
Sewer and Water Inspection:
This inspection mrv be rtquestecl at
any time during thc constnlctiolr
pr<rcss but is usuallv schcdulcd
during the llough-in phase of
cr.rns tru
ctio,r.
d. Phonc numlrr
c. Point of cootact
1.2. Final Trade Inspections: 'l he
follorving inspcctions arc rctluirccl
in no plrticrrlar ordcr:
a. Plumbing lrinal
b. (ias Final
c. i\lcchanrcal l'inrl
cl. Eleorical Final (Sen'ice shall be
nctive piior to inspcction)
13. Building Final Inspection: t-'pon
approval of thc final trade
inspcctions, a builcling tinal
inspection shall be rcqucsted. lf the
site is on r privatc sep[c svstem and
/or rvell, an approtal from thc
I Iealth f)epartlrent must be
reccived in this officc prior to thc
issuance of a Ceni{icatc of
Occupancr'. Il Special or'fhird
Par$ Inspcctions applr'. a |inal
Statemenr ,,I Spccial lnspcction* is
re<;uirerl to be submitted and
apprr:rved p!is2! to thc building tinal
inspcction being schcdulcd.
General Notee:
Inspection requests nlust bc madc br' 3:30
pm in ordcr to be placed on thc folkrwing
datJs s,ork schedulc.
Inspcctions shall bc rc<luestecl bv
contacting 5l.l-{150 or fnsing 51.1-.1199.
't}c firllosang inlrrrmar'ion shnll bc
pnx'ided flrr each rc<1r.rcst;
e.
l'ermit number
b.'\ddress oIinspcction
c. 'I'rnr: of inspection
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A Message From:
The Suffolk Department of
Planning and Communiry
Development
(7s7) st4-4ts0
r0/09 /
ts
City of Suffolk Planning and Community Development
442 West Washington Street, Suffolk V 4,23434
Telephone : (1 51 )5 | 4-4 I 50 I F ax: (1 57 ) 5 I 4 - 4 199
Accessorv Structure Permits
All accessory stntcturas neetl:
/
r'
/
Survey/Site Plan of the Property showing proposed accessory structure.
$35.00 Zoning Permit
Septic system approval from the Health Department (if on a septic system)
*Fence permits are excluded from septic approval
Fences (Not around a
Turn in your Application for Services form, listing comments about the project under the "Building
Permit" section
* Ptease highlight on the survey the area the fence will be located
.o. Fences in the City of Suffolk cannot be higher than 6 feet
.1. No inspections are required.
* Fences around pools will require a building permit and inspections.
* The "finished" side of any fence shall face outward toward surrounding properties and rights-of-way.
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Turn in your Application for Services form, listing comments about the project under the "Building
Permit" section
A building permit is required
Sheds/Portable Sheds/Garases
Turn in your Application for Services form, listing comments about the project under the "Building
Permit" section
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256 square feet and smaller does not require a building permit
Greater than 256 square feet requires a building permit
Price of building permit, in addition to 2Vo stale levy:
Detached Structure: Depends on size of building
Attached Structure: Depends on cost of project
BMP Calculations are required in the Chesapeake Bay Protection Overlay District
Please see a technician if the accessory structure will be placed on the property of a corner lot.
Provide a drawn floor plan ofthe garage indicating the purpose ofeach space. Iffor storage please
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Setbacks for an accessory structure, in the rear yard, are 5 feet from the rear property line and 5 feet
from the side property line, if not on a corner lot. If in the side yard the setbacks of the main structure
zoning district apply. Please see the front counter if you do not know your setbacks.
Accessory structures cannot occupy more than 30% of your required rear yard.
Height of the accessory structure cannot exceed the height of the qlpglg story primary dwelling by more
than 25Vo. If this is the case, the accessory structure must be separated from the principal building by a
distance ofat least twenty feet (20') and must still meet required setbacks.
All applicable development restrictions apply.
You must have a primary structure (house) in order to have an accessory structure.
Accessory structures are not permitted in the required front yard.