As detailed in Technical Bulletins 23-07 and 24-2, the 2021 Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code (USBC) became effective January 18, 2024, which replaced the 2018 USBC. The one year grace period, which allows the use of technical provisions of the 2018 USBC, expires on January 17, 2025. All building permit  applications submitted after January 17, 2025, must comply with the 2021 USBC.

If you have any residential code change questions, please contact Kyle Kratzer in the Building Division at 703-324-1516, TTY 711. If you have any commercial code change questions, please contact Maryia Lackansingh in the Building Division at 703-324-2655, TTY 711.