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1. Do I need a permit to build a fence or a deck?
2. Who do I contact for additional questions regarding permits?
3. When do I need a zoning permit?
4. I don’t own the property; Can I still pull a permit?
5. We’re changing the name of our business do I need a new occupancy permit?
6. Will my project require BAR approval?
7. May I install a temporary sign advertising my business or event?
8. What is the zoning of my property? What uses are permitted?
9. Can I change the zoning of my property?
10. What are the setbacks for my district?
11. What’s the difference between a “by right” use and a “special use”?
12. How do I file a zoning violation complaint?
13. What happens once my complaint is received?
14. Will my neighbor know I complained?
15. What do I do if I received a notice of violation?
16. When is a site plan required?
17. Can I subdivide my property?
18. Can I operate a business from my home?
19. I cannot provide all of the required parking; Can I still locate my business here?
20. Do I need a business license?
21. What steps should I take to open a new business in Purcellville?
22. What steps should I take to relocate my business within Purcellville?
23. What is PUGAMP?
24. I own property outside of Town, can I be annexed?
25. What is the Comprehensive Plan? When do I need a Comprehensive Plan amendment?
26. What should I submit with my rezoning application?
27. I received a notice of public hearing in the mail. What does this mean? Do I need to come to the meeting?
28. How do I determine what kind of improvements I can make to my property?

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1. Please explain the Town Personal Property Tax?
2. Please explain the Town Real Estate Tax?
3. Can I operate a business from my home?
4. How do I reach the Official Payments Corporation from the Town's Website?

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1. What is the Town’s guidance on trees?
2. When will the roadways in a new subdivision have their final layer of pavement?
3. Who fixes the sidewalks and fixes and plows the roads?
4. How do I report a Street Light outage?

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1. What are the trash and recyclable collection schedules?
2. My trash, recycling, yard waste were not picked up today. Are they coming back to get it?
3. How do I obtain a recycling bin?
4. What can I put in my recycling bin?

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1. When, where and what time are the Town Council meetings held?
2. What is the process for speaking at the Town Council meetings on an item?

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1. Can I reserve the Train Station and what are the restrictions?

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1. Where is the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Office and what are the directions to the office?

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1. How do I set up a water account?
2. Why are the water and sewer rates higher in many smaller jurisdictions than in larger jurisdictions?
3. Does the Town use water meters?
4. How can I reduce my water bill?
5. Does the Town have fluoride treated water?
6. What Causes Discolored Water?
7. Is the Water Safe to Drink?