§ 61-1-4. General provisions.

(a)

Any person applying for a permit must be eligible to apply for the permit in accordance with the USBC and pursuant to the Virginia Code. The applicant is required to furnish the Building Official either satisfactory proof that he is duly licensed or certified as a Virginia Class A, B, or C contractor, or evidence that he is not subject to licensure as a contractor. The applicant shall also furnish satisfactory proof that the taxes or license fees required by Fairfax County have been paid.

(b)

Emergency work: Repairs to structures or buildings and their electrical, mechanical and plumbing systems when damaged by storms, fire, accident or any other emergency, may be commenced immediately in cases where a delay would likely result in further damage or injury to persons or property. Any such repairs shall be in compliance with all applicable codes and ordinances. The required permit shall be applied for on the next working day after such work is commenced.

(c)

Suspension of permit: Any permit issued shall become invalid if the authorized work is not commenced within six months after issuance of the permit, or if the authorized work on the site is suspended or abandoned for a period of six months after the time of commencing the work. The burden of proof that the authorized work on the site has not been suspended or abandoned shall be on the permit holder, owner of the property or other person affected by such determination of the Building Official. Upon written request, the Building Official may grant one or more extensions of time not to exceed one year per extension.

(d)

Where required by law or where determined necessary by the Building Official, all construction documents required for a building permit application shall be prepared, signed and sealed by a registered design professional licensed in this Commonwealth. (9-84-61; 23-94-61; 13-95-61; 16-98-61; 15-05-61; 12-09-61.)