State License
STATE DPORClass A/B/C
General contractors operating in Arlington, Virginia, must navigate a dual-layer regulatory environment. At the state level, you must maintain a valid license through the Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR). This license dictates the scope and financial limit of the projects you are legally permitted to undertake.
At the local level, Arlington County requires that you register your state license with the Inspection Services Division (ISD) before you can pull building permits. Compliance also involves obtaining a local Business Professional and Occupational License (BPOL) and ensuring all work adheres to the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code. Failure to maintain these registrations or to secure permits for specific tasks can result in stop-work orders and significant fines.
Always ensure your state license is active before attempting to register with Arlington County.
Always ensure your state license is active before attempting to register with Arlington County.
This file exists to show what changes when the trade is General Contracting and the jurisdiction is Arlington, Virginia.
Each row names the issuing authority, cost, timeline, citation, and status behind the requirement.
A practical floor for Arlington, Virginia. Verify each amount with the issuing authority.
Arlington County updates fee schedules annually; always check the current ISD website.
Permit costs are often tied to the estimated cost of construction.
Work started without a permit may incur double permit fees.
A practical path for General Contracting contractors in Arlington.
Each item names the issuing authority, cycle, and citation.
When confirmed local data is unavailable, this section stays marked for verification.
Performing structural or mechanical work without a permit.
Covering work before an inspector has signed off.
Working with a lapsed state license.
Store licenses, permits, policies, and renewal dates in one place.