Do I need a permit?

Confirm with the building department and on Virginia DPOR before you hire or pull a permit.

HVA (HVAC) does not cover gas piping. Gas piping and annexed gas appliances need GFC (gas fitting contracting). Confirm specialties on DPOR before you hire.

Northern Virginia seed (MA-75); not a national default (MA-106). Dataset updated 2026-10-06. Virginia-scoped seed only — other states need their own AHJ notes.

Pick a county or city to see the work → typical permit table and dated fee lines. Town overlays are flagged where Research listed them.