Build-out and occupancy permits in Washington, DC
Plan review, building and occupancy approvals for the space.
Food establishment plan review
DC Health, Food Safety and Hygiene Inspection Services DivisionWashington, DC
Needed before building, converting or remodeling a food establishment, or changing its type of food operation. Plans, specifications and the menu go to DC Health through ProjectDox with the building permit application.
- Fee
- Varies
- Filed
- Filed on the agency's portal
Certificate of Occupancy
DC Department of BuildingsWashington, DC
Needed when a new owner or tenant takes over a space, even with the same use, and when the space is used for something new; a new use also needs building permits and final inspections. Applied for online in Certifi.
- Fee
- Varies
- Filed
- Filed on the agency's portal
Guides for each business in Washington, DC
Agency requirements change. Check each agency's page before you file.
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This guide covers the city. Your exact address decides the county, the health district and the zoning. Placetta maps every filing for it, fills the official forms from your details, adds the deadlines and puts them up for your approval.
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