Building Permit Reviews
The Albemarle County Service Authority (ACSA) is no longer reviewing Pre-Applications for building permits. If you previously submitted a Pre-Application and received a confirmation, it will be reviewed by ACSA staff and you will receive a response. For all new building permits, please submit your building permit application directly to Albemarle County and, if ACSA review is required, we will review the application as part of the County’s review process. If you have any questions about ACSA’s review of a building permit, please click on the box below to send us a message.
General Engineering Questions
If you have a general engineering question, please click on the box below to send us a message.
Fire Flow Testing Request
The ACSA understands that as part of new construction, fire flow testing may be required for Site Plan Approval and the proper design of Fire Suppression Systems. Please access the Fire Flow Testing Request Form below to submit a request for fire flow testing for your project. An ACSA staff member will contact you via e-mail to confirm the type of test and location of the test.
Fire Main Pre-Flush and Bag Test Approval Request
The ACSA understands that as part of new construction, fire main pre-flushing and bag testing may be required as part of the County of Albemarle inspections for a fire suppression system. Please access the Fire Main Pre-Flush and Bag Test Approval Request Form below to submit a request for ACSA approval to conduct fire main pre-flush and bag test activities. An ACSA staff member will process the request and provide approval via e-mail. After obtaining an approval and completing the fire main pre-flush and bag test, use the Water Usage Reporting Form below to report the volume of water used.
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Please check you SPAM and JUNK folder regularly after submission of your Test Approval request in case your approval is caught by your SPAM or JUNK e-mail filter.
Ensure your request is submitted at least 4 business days prior to the proposed test date to provide adequate time for processing.