Renovations in Arlington, VA.
Tight lots, older housing stock, strict permit review through Arlington County. A lot of pop-tops, kitchen rebuilds, and basement finishes.
What we do in Arlington, VA.
Arlington's housing stock is older and tighter than Fairfax — a lot of 1940s–1960s brick Cape Cods and mid-century split-levels on tight lots, often inside Arlington's stricter setback and height envelopes. Most of the work we do in Arlington is kitchen remodels in the same footprint, basement finishes (including egress and bedroom suites), and pop-tops or rear additions on older homes.
Arlington County permits run differently than Fairfax. The county is more particular about lot coverage, setback, and building envelope on additions. We've found Arlington's plan-review process actually helps the project — the questions inspectors ask in pre-construction are the same ones that save time at framing. We submit clean drawings and respond quickly to comments.
The work we do most in Arlington: kitchen remodels with the wall between kitchen and dining coming down, primary bathroom remodels in 1950s-era footprints (so plumbing relocation is usually part of the scope), and finished basements with code-compliant egress.
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Arlington questions, answered.
Can you add a second story in Arlington?
Often yes, depending on lot coverage, height limits, and zoning. We walk the property and check the envelope before promising anything.
Do Arlington basement finishes require egress?
Yes, for any bedroom. We cut the window well, install the egress, and address grading as part of the basement scope.
How long does the Arlington permit process take?
Smaller scopes — 3–5 weeks. Additions and structural — 6–10 weeks. We submit clean drawings to minimize comment cycles.
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