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1. How do I find my contractor’s and/or tradesman’s license information?
2. How do I find my Parcel/Tax ID number?
3. How much will my permit cost?
4. What information do I need to bring with me or attach to apply for a permit?

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1. What is the 4 pm Law?
2. When is the 4 pm Law in effect?
3. Why is there a 4 pm Law?
4. Why 4 pm?
5. What is the main cause of wildfires in Virginia?
6. How many wildfires burn in Virginia each year and how many acres are burned?
7. Can I have a campfire if I put rocks around it?
8. If I take all precautions with my fire after 4 pm and it does escape and start a fire, am I responsible for the suppression cost?
9. What is the penalty for violating the 4 pm Law?
10. Can I use my charcoal or gas fire barbeque grill?
11. Are building contractors and road construction jobs exempt from the 4 pm Law?
12. Why are some people allowed to have open air fires before 4 pm when they are within 300 feet of the woods?
13. Can I use a fire pit when the 4 pm Law is in effect?

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1. Why is a General Reassessment required?
2. Isn't it true that my assessed value should be less than what my property would actually sell for?
3. Why would my assessed value change if I haven’t made any changes to my property?
4. How can I be sure the assessors are qualified to value my property?
5. Isn't it true that you reassess so you can raise taxes?
6. I have heard there are programs in place to assist veterans, the disabled, or senior citizens in paying their taxes. How can I know if I qualify?
7. Why did my property change at a different rate than the County average?
8. How do I respond once I receive my Reassessment Notice?

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1. Where is the Wise County Sheriff's Office?
2. How do I file a police report?
3. How do I request records?
4. How old must I be to be hired as a Wise County Sheriff's Office deputy?
5. If I live within town or city limits do I still call Wise County Dispatch Center if I need law enforcement or emergency services assistance?

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1. What district is my property in?
2. What if a use is prohibited?
3. What is a special use permit?
4. What is a variance?
5. What is the board of zoning appeals?
6. What fees can be expected?