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In order to process your building permit, the following items must be submitted if applicable. Failure to submit a complete application packet can result in a delay in approving and releasing the permit.

• All new structures/uses shall have to install a water meter. (Contact Public Works 804-224-7260)
• Applicant may be required to submit tax receipt showing taxes on the property are current. (§ 15.2-2286)
• A failed inspection shall be subject to a re-inspection fee in accordance with the Town Fee Schedule. All re-inspection fees must be paid prior to future inspections.
• As of July 1, 2014, it is the applicant’s responsibility to obtain proper Stormwater Permit(s) from the Department of Environmental Quality: 1-800-592-5482, or on the web at http://www.deq.state.va.us/Programs/Water/PermittingCompliance.aspx.
• Trees that are 6” at breast height and located outside of the footprint of construction can only be removed if declared “diseased, dead, or dying” by a certified arborist. A Woodlot Management Permit must be obtained. Tree removal without a permit is subject to a fine of $1000 per tree removed plus a double permit fee.
• In order to receive a Certificate of Occupancy for newly constructed buildings or single family dwellings, the permit holder must first plant two 2.5” caliper trees from the “Native Species List” in the front yard of the lot on which the newly constructed building is located. When the trees are planted, please call for an inspection. Once verified by staff, a CO may be issued.

Zoning application is hereby made for a New Principal Structure or Renovation/Addition to Principal Structure Permit in accordance with the description and for the purpose set forth herein. This application is made subject to all Town and State laws and regulations, which are hereby agreed to by the undersigned and which shall be a condition of this permit.

All applicable information must be completed or application will be returned. (Please print)

I certify that all licenses and certifications required by the State of Virginia and the Town of Colonial Beach are current at the time of application. Please notify this office immediately of any changes to the above-noted subcontractors. A complete list of subcontractors will be submitted prior to first inspection.

All builders or owner-developers that contract to build for others on property that the builder or owner-developer owns, must be licensed under the provisions of § 54.1-1101 Code of Virginia.

I hereby certify that I have the authority to make the foregoing application, that the information given is correct, including any attached plans or drawings, and that all construction will conform to all applicable state and town laws, ordinances and regulations with regard to zoning, environmental, health and building. Failure to do so shall automatically render this permit invalid. I understand that construction requires a zoning permit issued by the Colonial Beach Department of Planning & Community Development. I understand that construction must commence within 6 months of the issuance of this permit or the permit is rendered void, subsequent inspections must comply with Section 110.6 (Abandonment of Work) of the Uniform Statewide Building Code. I further understand that the land may not be used or occupied, and buildings structurally altered or erected may not be used or changed in use, until the Certificate of Occupancy is issued. I further permit Town officials or any other governmental agency representatives to enter the property to ensure that the property is being constructed in compliance with all governmental regulations; local, state and federal and that any proffered conditions have been and continue to be implemented. Revocation of Permit: The zoning/building official may revoke a permit or approval issued under the provisions of the Zoning Ordinance/USBC in case of any false statement, misrepresentation of fact or incorrect information supplied by the applicant in the application or construction documents on which the permit or approval was based. I also acknowledge that it is my responsibility to obtain any stormwater permit from the Commonwealth of Virginia.

This chart must be filled in – do not reference “See site plan”

This affidavit must be completed prior to permit issuance. Attach copy of Virginia license, Tradesman Certification Card, Town Business License.

• Upon Completion Forward to: Finance Department

• Upon Completion Forward to: Town Manager

• Upon Completion Forward to: Finance Department

In lieu of submission of an erosion and sediment control plan for the construction of this single family dwelling, addition or demolition I agree to comply with any reasonable requirements determined necessary by employees of the Town of Colonial Beach, Virginia, representing either the Zoning Administrator or Director of Public Works, or the Town. Such requirements shall be based on the conservation standards contained in the Colonial Beach Erosion and Sediment Control Ordinance, and shall represent the minimum practices necessary to provide adequate control of erosion and sedimentation on or resulting from this project provided the project exceeds 2,500 square feet of soil disturbance. Soil disturbance includes piles of excess soil or new soil needed to complete the project. Soil includes sand, gravel, and similar materials.

As a minimum, all denuded areas on the lot shall be stabilized within 7 days of final grading with permanent vegetation or a protective ground cover suitable for the time of the year.

I further understand that failure to comply with such requirements within three working days following notice by representatives of the Town could result in citation for violation of the Town’s Erosion and Sediment Control ordinance.

Measures specified by plan approving authority: Maintain and install proper erosion controls including proper entrance. Keep roads free of debris at all times. A minimum surety ($1,000 for accessory buildings, $1,500 for homes on lots up to 1 acre, and $2,500 for lots larger than 1 acre plus an additional $100 for each 1/10 of an acre over 2 acres) must be posted with the town prior to final erosion and sediment inspection unless the lot is sodded or a stand of grass equaling 80% coverage and 3 inches in height exists. A final C-O will not be scheduled if these requirements are not met.

In place of a Stormwater Management Plan for the construction of this single-family detached residential structure, I agree to comply with the requirements of this Agreement in Lieu of a Stormwater Management Plan (or other requirements as established by the Department when necessary) to ensure compliance with the applicable post-construction stormwater management provisions of the Virginia Stormwater Management Program (VSMP) Regulations.

Requirements:

• As required by the Construction General Permit (VAR10), a copy of this signed and dated Agreement in Lieu of a Stormwater Management Plan shall be maintained in my Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) for the construction activity.
•  Post-construction runoff from the property shall be minimized to the maximum extent practicable and shall be controlled to prevent flooding or erosion damage from occurring on adjacent or downstream properties. In meeting this requirement, I agree to direct:
  • Runoff from rooftops as non-erosive sheet flow to well-vegetated areas on the property to the maximum extent practicable;
  • Runoff from on-lot impervious surfaces (e.g. driveways, parking areas, sidewalks) as non-erosive sheet flow to well-vegetated areas on the property to the maximum extent practicable; and
  • Runoff from lawns as non-erosive sheet flow to undisturbed naturally-vegetated areas on the property to the maximum extent practicable.

I fully understand that not complying may result in the revocation of this Agreement in Lieu of a Stormwater Management Plan and that the submission of a project-specific Stormwater Management Plan in accordance with 9VAC25-870-55 of the VSMP Regulations may be required.

This Agreement in Lieu of a Stormwater Management Plan does not authorize land disturbance. Land disturbing activities cannot begin until the applicable Virginia Erosion and Sediment Control Program (VESCP) Authority provides authorization.