In an effort to improve our service to you, on November 4th, 2009 Codes Compliance implemented a new permit and inspection tracking computer system. During the implementation of this new software, it has become necessary to temporarily suspend the same day issuance of all permits except gas and electrical reset permits. Effective, Monday, December 7, 2009, Codes Compliance will require that you drop off your permit application for processing and you should be notified within 2–3 business days that your permit is available for pick up following payment. I regret any inconvenience this may cause and hope this change in service will be temporary.

Harold Roach, Director

The primary mission of the Newport News Department of Codes Compliance is to protect the health, safety and general welfare of the public through the administration and uniform enforcement of laws and regulations related to land use, building construction and property maintenance. The Department's mission is accomplished through the following divisions:

Construction Trades

• Plans Exam
• Building
• Electrical
• Mechanical
• Plumbing

Code Enforcement

• Property Maintenance
• Zoning

These divisions consist of over 20 inspectors who enforce laws and regulations set forth by the various federal, state and local agencies, including:

• The Uniform Statewide Building Code (USBC)
• The International Code Council Family of Codes (I-Codes) (ICC)
• Other related Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical/Gas, Elevator, and Amusement Device Regulations
• The Code of Ordinances for the City of Newport News