At-a-glance
- Licensing body: Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR)
- License threshold: Class C license required for projects $1,000–$10,000; Class B $10,000–$120,000; Class A over $120,000
- Permit authority: County or city building department
- Typical fees: $100–$500 for a bathroom remodel permit
DPOR license class
Class A: unlimited project value. Class B: up to $120,000. Class C: up to $10,000. Most bathroom remodels fall into Class B territory.
Verify at dpor.virginia.gov. The lookup shows license class, expiration, and any board actions.
Permit process
Permits pull at the county or city level. Fairfax, Loudoun, Prince William, Chesterfield, Henrico, and the independent cities (Richmond, Virginia Beach, Norfolk, etc.) each run their own building departments.
Timeline: 5–15 business days for a residential bathroom remodel.
Not sure which remodeler is right for your Virginia home? Julia walks you through a 2-minute guided conversation and matches you with vetted local providers.
Frequently asked questions
What's the license class I need to verify?+
For a typical $15,000–$30,000 bathroom remodel, Class B minimum.
Deep-dive planning guides
Virginia-specific planning guides
Permits in other states
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