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1. When do I need a building permit?

You need a building permit whenever the construction meets the requirements. An outline of the requirements is available online.

2. How do I get a copy of the fee schedule for building permits?

The fee schedule for building permits is available in PDF format online.

3. How do I get a copy of a Building Permit Application?

A Building Permit Application can be obtained online.

4. How do I get a copy of a affidavit?

A affidavit can be obtained online.

5. How do I get a copy of a Zoning Compliance Application?

A Zoning Compliance Application can be obtained online.

6. How do I get a copy of the zoning ordinance map?

The zoning ordinance map can be obtained online.

7. How do I get a copy of the swimming pool requirements?

The swimming pool requirements can be obtained online.

8. How do I get a license to be a contractor?

To obtain a license to be a contractor, visit the Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation website or call 804-367-8500.

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1. Where can I get a copy of my marriage license?

Call 540-921-1722 or visit the Clerk of Court located at 503 Wenonah Ave., Pearisburg, VA. More...

2. How do I contact Animal Control?

To reach Animal Control call 540-921-3842.

3. Where can I sign up for utilities?

Answer here

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1. What day is my brush picked up?

Please refer to the brush pick up schedule.

2. How do I reserve the Community Center?

Please refer to the reservations page.

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1. How do I contact a city/county department?

Visit the Staff Directory to find all department and staff contact information.

2. Where can I find the answers to my frequently asked questions?

Use the FAQs module to easily find answers to the questions you ask the most.

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1. How do I get a library card?

To get a library card, simply come into the library at 209 Fort Branch Road and fill out an information card – this will require your driver’s license # and a reference from someone who does not live with you (a friend or a neighbor).

New patrons are allowed to check out three (3) items on their first visit.

2. When is the library open?

Monday: 12-8 p.m. 

Tuesday: 12-5 p.m.

Wednesday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. 

Thursday:  9 a.m. – 8 p.m. 

Friday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. 

Saturday:  9 a.m. – 1 p.m. 

3. Do you charge to send a fax?

Yes. Local and toll-free numbers cost $1.50 for the first ten pages and $1 for each additional page.

Long-distance numbers cost $3.50 for the first page and $1 for each additional page.

Please note that while Blacksburg is considered a local number, Christiansburg numbers are not.

4. How much are copies?

Copies cost .15 per page in black and white (for an 8.5x11 or 8.5x14 page). Larger pages (11x17) cost .25 per page.

Color copies cost $1 per page.

5. How many times can I renew an item?

You may renew an item up to three (3) times before it must be returned. Please note, however, that if someone has placed a hold on an item you have, you may not be allowed to renew.

6. Can I donate material to the library?

The library is not accepting material donations at this time. 

7. Does the library have a book club?

Absolutely! The Pearisburg Library Book Club meets on the fourth Monday of each month at 7 p.m. For a list of reading selections, please visit the library or call (540) 921-2556.

8. The library doesn’t have an item I want – can I request it?

Sure! We love hearing about the titles patrons want to read and do our best to fulfill these requests.

However, please note that a number of factors come into play, including, but not limited to: price of the material, the release date of the material, or how popular the material may be to our patrons.

If we are unable to order a book you requested, you may also request an interlibrary loan.

9. I’ve lost my library book – what do I do?

Hey, things happen! If you’ve lost your library book, please let our staff know. We do ask that you pay any overdue fines and a replacement fee of half of the book’s value. If the book is a new release, a replacement fee for the entire value of the book may be requested. 

10. What if I know where the book is, but the dog ate it?

If lost your library book has been damaged, please let our staff know. We do ask that you pay any overdue fines and a replacement fee of half of the book’s value. If the book is a new release, a replacement fee for the entire value of the book may be requested.

11. When is story time?

Story time is held every third Friday at 10:30 a.m.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook for special events and story times!

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1. What do I do if there is a sewer stoppage in my home or business?

Should problems develop with your sewer, please call 540-921-1222 or 540-921-0340 Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. If it is after hours, on weekends, or holidays, please call 540-921-3842.

2. What do I do if I have no water service and the town office is closed?

Should problems develop with your water when the town office is closed, please call 540-921-3842.

3. What do I do if my water is discolored (white or brown)?

Should problems develop with your sewer, please call 540-921-1222 or 540-921-0340 Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. If it is after hours, on weekends, or holidays, please call 540-921-3842.

4. What do I do if I see water or sewer standing on the ground or road?

If you see water or sewer standing on the ground or road, please call 540-921-1222 or 540-921-0340 Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. If it is after hours, on weekends, or holidays, please call 540-921-3842.

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1. What is the number to the Town Pool?

921-2347 or 921-ADIP