Temporary Portable Storage Containers
Administrative Permits (AP) for temporary portable storage containers (POD) may be issued when a dwelling has been damaged by casualty for a period not to exceed six months or for the period of an active building permit, whichever is shorter in duration. This limit commences at the time the applicant places the container(s) on the subject property. There is no fee assessed for an AP to locate a temporary portable storage container(s).
Note that an administrative permit can only be issued in instances where a dwelling has been destroyed or damaged by casualty and only when such dwelling is to be rebuilt or repaired as well as the standards in subsection 4102.8.H(7) of the Zoning Ordinance.
An administrative permit is not needed when it is a temporary use and will only be located for the following time periods:
- On a lot containing 36,000 square feet or less and developed with a single-family detached dwelling, for a period not to exceed 30 consecutive days within a six-month period.
- On a lot containing more than 36,000 square feet and developed with a single-family detached dwelling, for a period not to exceed 60 consecutive days in a six-month period.
- On lots developed with a single-family attached, stacked townhouse, or multifamily dwellings for a period not to exceed seven consecutive days within a six-month period.
If you want to locate the portable storage container within the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) right-of-way, contact VDOT at 703-259-2787 or 800-367-7623.
