Alexandria may require brush clearance and vegetation management. Virginia Department of Forestry manages wildfire prevention statewide.
Property owners in Alexandria may be required to maintain defensible space and clear brush near structures. The Virginia Department of Forestry (VDOF) manages wildfire prevention, particularly significant in the Shenandoah Valley and Blue Ridge mountain communities. Local fire codes may require clearance of dead vegetation, maintaining space between trees and structures, and keeping gutters clear. Virginia does not have a statewide defensible space mandate, but local codes may impose requirements.
Code enforcement: $100 to $500 for non-compliance. Fire damage liability if negligent maintenance. Abatement liens possible.
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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 restricts or prohibits intentional feeding of wildlife including deer, coyotes, and bears. Feeding wildlife creates public safety hazards and nuis...
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