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Better Business Bureau of Metro Washington DC and Eastern Pennsylvania
(Serving Arlington County and the City of Alexandria)
http://www.dc.bbb.org/consumer.html
The BBB promotes ethical relationships between businesses and
consumers. Site has dozens of buying guides and informational pamphlets, such
as "Shopping Safely Online." Check on current scams and how to obtain a BBB
report on a local business.
Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services - Office
of Consumer Affairs
http://www.vdacs.virginia.gov/consumers/
The Office of Consumer Affairs at the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services provides protection to consumers against
fraudulent, deceptive, and illegal practices in the marketplace. Submit
complaints related to the advertisement, sale, or lease of goods and services
that are intended for personal, family or home use.
When is a Permit Required - Arlington County, Virginia?
http://www.arlingtonva.us/Departments/CPHD/isd/CPHDIsdPermitRequired.aspx
The Arlington County Inspection Services Division will
answer specific questions about any permit requirements at 703-228-3800. A
detailed pamphlet titled "When is a Permit Required" is also
available in PDF format.
When is a Permit
Required - City of Alexandria, Virginia?
http://alexandriava.gov/city/codeenforcement/1_2_2_1.html
This information is provided to assist the citizens of the
City of Alexandria and those who do work in the City to:
- Determine
when permits are needed for various new construction, remodeling and home
repair activities;
- Describe
the kinds of permits that must be obtained prior to performing the work
activity;
- Outline
the procedures for obtaining required permits;
- Describe
when inspections on issued are required and when approvals are needed by
other review agencies.
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