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Manassas Park, Virginia Building Permits & Zoning

Regulatory data for residential homebuilders and land developers

5.2

Friction Index Moderate Regulatory Environment

Permit Timeline

36 days

5 weeks

Total Fees Est.

$11,400

per residential lot

Impact Fees

$8,400

per lot

Permit Fee

$2,100

residential

Plan Review Fee

$900

per application

Delay Risk

28%

probability of delay

Zoning & Requirements

Permitting Requirements

✓ Building permit application
✓ Site plan review
✓ Zoning compliance
✓ Stormwater management plan
✓ Erosion control plan
✓ Fire Marshal review
✓ Utility connection permits

Process Notes

Staffing & Operations

City of Manassas Park Planning Department. Virginia's smallest independent city. Pro-growth approach with streamlined permitting. Limited available land creates high demand for infill/redevelopment. Coordinate with Prince William County for regional planning.

Recent Changes

No significant regulatory changes in past 12 months. Stable development environment. City focused on attracting residential development to expand tax base.

Rezone Probability

68%

Contact Information

Permit Office Phone

(703) 335-8809

Official Website

https://www.manassasparkva.gov/176/Planning

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