Elevator Installation and Inspections
An elevator permit is required for the design, construction, installation, alteration, and repair of an elevator or conveyance system.
An elevator permit is required for the design, construction, installation, alteration, and repair of an elevator or conveyance system.
How to obtain building permit public records using the LAMA Portal.
The City of Harrisonburg hosts pre-application meetings for rezonings, special use permits, major subdivisions (preliminary plats), street/alley closings, and engineered comprehensive site plans twice a month for applicants/developers/engineers/attorneys/etc. to meet with city departments.
Occupant Load Certificates, also known as seating charts, are required for assembly uses such as restaurants, nightclubs, community centers, schools, churches, and any other structure.
A Solar Energy System permit is required for all solar photovoltaic systems, including roof mounted and ground mounted systems.
Prior to submitting a site plan for Comprehensive Site Plan Review, a pre-submission review of the plans by the Fire Chief is required. Approval by the Fire Chief is prerequisite to final plan submission.
Site Development general information for the City of Harrisonburg.
An online tool from Harrisonburg’s Department of Community Development is available to help individuals as they obtain certain permits from the City.
Before starting any home improvement project or major repairs, please contact the Department of Planning and Community Development’s Building Inspections Division at 540-432-7700 to determine if your project requires a permit and inspection.