What building code has been adopted by Petersburg?

Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code 2015 Edition (Effective September 4, 2018) adopts the 2015 International Code Council’s volume of codes. 

The Frost Line depth is 18 inches. Wind Speed is 90 mpg (3sec.gust). The City uses a snow load of 20 PSF.

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1. What building code has been adopted by Petersburg?
2. When is a Building Permit Required?
3. What permit applications are available online?
4. How should Street Addresses be displayed in Petersburg?
5. How should property be boarded up?
6. Where can I report overgrown grass/weeds?
7. Is a permit required for Pools, Hot Tubs, and Spas?
8. What is required of property maintenance?
9. What is a Site Plan?
10. How do I report Trash and Debris?
11. How do I report an Unsafe Structure?