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Welcome APEX - Alexandria's New Permitting and Land Use Management System

• On November 4, 2019, the City launched its new multiple departmental permitting and land use management system. The system is designed to  improve the customer experience, and make it easier to apply for and obtain permits and approvals electronically.

• APEX allows, you, our customers, to apply for permits and development plan reviews, to attach supporting documents and to submit payment from computers or mobile devices, eliminating the need to make trips to City Hall.  

  Some features of APEX include:

  • Electronic application, plan submission and review for permits and land use applications.
  • Improved communication between staff and customers.
  • Real-time status tracking for permit and land use applications.
  • Advanced search capabilities.
  • Online inspection scheduling, tracking and updates.
  • Online payments.