Virginia § 36-105.3 - Security of certain records
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 36-105.3 — Security of certain records, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 36-105.3. Security of certain records
Building Code officials shall institute procedures to ensure the safe storage and secure handling by local officials having access to or in the possession of engineering and construction drawings and plans containing critical structural components, security equipment and systems, ventilation systems, fire protection equipment, mandatory building emergency equipment or systems, elevators, electrical systems, telecommunications equipment and systems, and other utility equipment and systems submitted for the purpose of complying with the Uniform Statewide Building Code (§ 36-97 et seq.) or the Statewide Fire Prevention Code (§ 27-94 et seq.).
Further, information contained in engineering and construction drawings and plans for any single-family residential dwelling submitted for the purpose of complying with the Uniform Statewide Building Code (§ 36-97 et seq.) or the Statewide Fire Prevention Code (§ 27-94 et seq.) shall not be subject to disclosure under the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (§ 2.2-3700 et seq.), except to the applicant or the owner of the property upon the applicant's or owner's request.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 36-105.3
What does Code of Virginia § 36-105.3 cover?
Section 36-105.3 ("Security of certain records") is part of the Code of Virginia, the codified statutory law of Virginia. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Virginia § 36-105.3?
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Is this the official text of Virginia law?
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How does Virginia § 36-105.3 apply to my situation?
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