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Permit Description

Renovation or new construction of a detached or attached structure (garage) on private property.

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The Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs (DCRA) creates and changes all official addresses in the District of Columbia.

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Third-Party Inspection and Plan Review
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Housing and Property Maintenance
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Permit Description

Installation, repair or replacement of a refrigeration and/or air conditioning system.

 

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Construction of an entirely new structure that has not been previously occupied.

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These are the online tools and resources that DOB offers residents and businesses.

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DOB continues to improve online services for our customers with the Permit Expediter Form.  All filing representatives are required to register using this form when filing a permit application on behalf of a property owner. The process is quick, simple

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Repair, replacement or installation of a plumbing or gas system.

 

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Do you have a large-scale project, such as construction of a new residential or office building?  Let us help you today with a Preliminary Design Review Meeting (PDRM).  The PDRM provides applicants with a...

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ProjectDox is DOB's online platform for the electronic submission of building plans and supporting documentation to be reviewed by DOB's plan reviewers.

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Permit Description

A structure that retains earth (soil). Common retaining wall material includes concrete, rocks or timber.

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A temporary structure that servers as platform to do work on existing and/or new building. If the scaffold will occupy public space such as a side walk or public alley, a permit from District Department of Transportation (DDOT) is required.

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The are the single-click options for scheduling an online appointment with DCRA. 

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Permit Description

Construction or renovation of a shed, to include garden and storage sheds.

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Permit Description

This permit is required for temporary support of excavations, generally for the purpose of constructing underground structures and basements.

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Shop drawing applications must be accompanied with an issued building permit and submission requirements may vary depending on the scope of work. Shop drawings are submitted under the below permit applications.

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