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Licensing & Permitting

Both criminal and civil laws apply to licensure and permitting issues for construction projects and for regulated industries. Licensing and permitting is a heavily regulated area of the law. Attorneys at Gentry Locke are familiar with the nuances of licensing and permitting, both from a defense and a claims standpoint.

We regularly assist clients with their licensing and permitting needs:

  • Advise clients on the requirements of and compliance with Virginia’s contractor licensing statutes and regulations involving the Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation
  • Represent and defend clients in connection with complaints made to and charges filed by the Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation’s Board for Contractors
  • Counsel clients relating to requirements and processes for obtaining building permits, certificates of occupancy, and other mandated construction-related permits
  • Assist clients with billboard and outdoor advertising sign permitting processes at both state and local levels
  • Handle issues in civil litigation relating to the absence of proper permits and its impact upon construction disputes
  • Counsel clients on license compliance
  • Handle license and permit issues before the Virginia Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (VABC), including defense of alcohol and beverage violation allegations
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