Early Building and Repair Permits (MS040)
Content Description
This collection contains applications for permits for new construction and repairs or alterations of properties in Alexandria, Virginia, dating from the 1890s through the 1940s. These documents include description of the property, description of new construction or proposed modifications, location, owner, builder, material, cost, and other specifications. Some permits also include hand-drawn maps or architectural sketches. The collection is organized chronologically.
Dates
- 1890s - 1940s
Creator
- Alexandria (Va.). Office of City Engineer (Organization)
Historical Note
Permits for new construction and permits for repairs and alterations were first issued in Alexandria, Virginia starting in 1891. That year, a new act to regulate the erection of buildings in the city was approved by the Common Council President, President of the Board of Aldermen, and the Mayor. Permit applications were submitted to the Office of the City Engineer. After approval was granted by the City Engineer, the Office of the City Auditor issued the permits. The Office of the City Auditor kept all permit applications and provided an annual report to the City Council with statistics regarding permits issued. In 1891, it cost $0.50 to apply for a building permit and fines for violating city regulations ranged from $2.00 to $10.00.
Extent
4.60 Cubic Feet (10 boxes)
Language of Materials
English
Digital Materials
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Gift of John Stevens and the Alexandria Archaeology Society.
Creator
- Alexandria (Va.). Office of City Engineer (Organization)
- Alexandria (Va.). Office of City Auditor (Organization)
- Title
- Early Building and Repair Permits (MS040)
- Status
- Completed
- Author
- Molly Korthase
- Date
- April 2024
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
Repository Details
Part of the Local History and Special Collections Branch, Alexandria Library Repository