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? I'll walk you through a 2-minute guided conversation and, if you want, match you with vetted local providers.
Answer a few questions and see who should do your remodel
I'll ask about your project, then match you with a vetted remodeling company for your area. You'll also get your personalized BathGuide.
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
Ready to move forward? In about 2 minutes I'll learn about your project and match you with a vetted remodeling company that fits. You'll also get your personalized BathGuide.
Answer a few questions and see who should do your remodel
I'll ask about your project, then match you with a vetted remodeling company for your area. You'll also get your personalized BathGuide.