DCRA - Updated Permitting Policies

Greetings Restaurateurs!

RCI here with some permitting information you might find useful in getting the doors to your restaurant open on time without hassles.

Did you know that Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs in DC now has an automated inspection request and permit information system? You may now schedule your DCRA Construction Inspections 24 hours a day, 7 days a week from your Phone!

You can now:
1 - Schedule Inspections: After a permit is issued, you may request an inspection for the next day, depending on inspector availability, or up to 5 working days in advance of the day needed.

2 - Obtain Inspection Results: Results are available within 48 hours after the requested inspection is completed.

3 - Cancel Inspection Requests: Allows inspections requested through this automated system to be canceled. Cancellations on the day of the scheduled inspection will be directed to administrative personnel to cancel your request.

Before you call, You'll need:
1 - Permit code
2- Building address
3 - Three digit inspection type codes (found here - dcra.dc.gov/ivr)

To Access the System Call: 202.442.9557

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FEE NOTICE!!

DCRA has begun adding a 10% per service enhancement fee on all business licenses, building permits and other services as of June 1, 2010 to cover the costs of enhanced technological capabilities.

Find out more info here - dcra.dc.gov