COVID-19 Update: In response to the COVID19 public health crisis, the City of Alexandria encourages the general public  to use the City’s APEX permit system to apply for all T&ES related permits, such as reserved parking, right-of-way closures, and excavations. Should there be any questions concerning the application process, please contact us at 703.746.4035. Staff will be available to assist with submittals, status updates, and issuance of permits.  

Overview

The Permitting and Inspections Division, under the Development and Right of Way group, is located in room 4130 in City Hall. This division administers and coordinates utility work within public rights-of-way, inspects all bonded development work, and enforces the soil erosion control ordinance. The Permits section, which is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, issues all excavation permits, reserved parking permits, miscellaneous public works permits and checks building permits for compliance with T&ES standards and specifications.

Requests received at the counter after 4:15 will be processed the next business day.

• Downspouts, Foundation Drains and Sump Pumps
  • Procedures for Sump Pump Installation
• Basic Guidelines for Obtaining Permits  
  • How to Obtain Temporary Reserved Parking 
  • Frequently Asked Questions About Reserved Parking  
  • Update: Fee Information - Effective July 1, 2015  

• The Permit Center is closed from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on the first Monday of each month.