An elevator permit is required for the design, construction, installation, alteration, and repair of an elevator or conveyance system. The work must be performed by a qualified elevator mechanic.
Inspection Requirements
Six-month, annual and 5-year third-party elevator inspections must be performed by an approved elevator inspector and/or mechanic and submitted on the Elevator Inspection Report to the Building Official. Third-party inspections may be submitted online at https://permits.harrisonburgva.gov/ or via email to permits@harrisonburgva.gov.
Forms
Elevator Installation Permit Form [275KB]
Elevator Data Form [248KB]
Elevator Inspection Report [318KB]
Elevator Data Form
The Building Inspections Division may request that you submit an Elevator Data Form [248KB]. If requested, please complete the form and email it to elevators@harrisonburgva.gov.
How to Apply for an Elevator Installation Permit
Online: Submit applications, track and pay for an Elevator Installation Permit online via the LAMA Permit Portal. Select Apply, then select Other Permits. If you are a contractor and need a registration code, call the Department of Community Development at 540-432-7700 or email permits@harrisonburgva.gov.
Via email: Complete an Elevator Installation Permit application form. Permit applications, plans and specifications may be emailed to permits@harrisonburgva.gov.
In person: Visit us at Community Development, 409 S Main St, 2nd Floor, Harrisonburg, VA 22801, or call 540-432-7700.
How to Submit a Third Party Inspection Report
Online: Submit a third party inspection report online via the LAMA Permit Portal. Select the Renew, then select the relevant elevator. If you have not previously submitted elevator inspection reports online, please contact the Department of Community Development at 540-432-7700 or email elevators@harrisonburgva.gov.
Via email: Complete the Elevator Inspection Report (EIR). Email the EIR and the third-party report to elevators@harrisonburgva.gov.