Alexandria may have breed-specific rules. Virginia does NOT preempt local breed restrictions. Check local ordinances.
Virginia does not preempt local breed-specific legislation. Some Virginia localities have breed restrictions or additional requirements for specific breeds such as pit bulls. Alexandria may require additional registration, insurance, or containment for certain breeds. The Dangerous Dog Law (VA Code §3.2-6540) provides a statewide behavior-based dangerous dog framework, but localities may add breed-specific requirements. Always check Alexandria animal control ordinances for current breed-specific rules.
Breed restriction violation: $200 to $1,000. Animal impoundment possible. Mandatory conditions for return.
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Alexandria prohibits storing abandoned, inoperable, or unregistered vehicles on public streets or visible on private property. Vehicles may be tagged and tow...
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Alexandria EV chargers need an electrical permit (and possibly a structural permit) via APEX. In the two locally-regulated historic districts or on 100-Year-...
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Alexandria regulates overnight parking on public streets. Many areas restrict parking between certain hours or require permits for overnight street parking.
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Alexandria requires pool barriers meeting safety codes to prevent drowning. Fences must be at least 4 to 5 feet tall with self-closing, self-latching gates.
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Alexandria requires permits for retaining walls above a certain height, typically 4 feet. Engineering review may be required for taller walls.
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Alexandria enforces the Virginia Statewide Building Code (USBC, 13VAC5-63), which adopts IRC 2018 Section R314. Smoke alarms are required in every sleeping r...
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