Permitting and Inspections Division - T&ES

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.
Staff name | Phone number | Title |
Andre' Williams | 703.746.4035 | Permits Manager |
Kim Merritt | 703.746.4056 | Development Plans, Building & Trade Permits |
Penny Frazier | 703.746.4037 | General Permits, Reserved Parking |
Lance Jolly | 703.746.4216 | Utility Permits (Water, Gas, Electric) |
Keith Kehler | 703.746.4683 | Utilities Inspection (Water, Gas, Electric) |
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
- Basic Guidelines for Obtaining Permits
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The Permit Center is closed from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on the first Monday of each month.