Have you recently moved to the area? Use the resources below to make sure you have everything you need.
Index of information:
1. Get your Virginia driver's license and license plate if you are moving from another state.
- The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is located south on Rt. 11 at 3281 Peoples Drive, Harrisonburg, VA 22801.
Visit the DMV website.
Important Steps when moving to Virginia.
Please Note: Requirements are very strict for what you must bring to the DMV when getting a new license plate or driver's license. You can avoid making multiple trips to the DMV by following these tips:
1) Read the list of required documents carefully.
2) Gather your documents in a folder or large envelope.
3) Take more information than is required (i.e. different types of mail).
2. Get your vehicle decal. Many new residents are surprised to find out that they need a vehicle decal on their front windshield. The process is fairly simple.
1) Report your vehicle to the Commissioner of Revenue.
2) Purchase a vehicle decal at the Treasurer's office.
You can find the Commissioner's and Treasurer's offices in the Municipal Building downtown.
3. Do you need a parking sticker? Some sections of the city require a parking sticker. Check to see if your residence is located in one of these areas.
View a map of parking areas that require stickers
4. Get your vehicle inspection sticker. Vehicles must be inspected each year, and an inspection sticker must be displayed. You can get your vehicle inspected at any local auto servicing center that is approved for vehicle inspections.
Find an auto servicing center in the Yellow Pages
Harrisonburg, Virginia 22801
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The Harrisonburg area code is (540).
Harrisonburg has two main zip codes: 22801 or 22802.
Yellow Pages Online
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Service from Verizon
Order a phone book 1-800-888-8448
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If you are moving into a house, apartment or business with an existing service, in most cases all you need to do is stop by the billing office and pay a deposit. Water and sewer services can be connected the day the deposit is made, or one day later. Water services are generally turned on during business hours.
When visiting the billing office to pay your deposit, please bring the following:
- Your address.
- Telephone number.
- Social Security number.
- JMU students should bring the Utility Deposit Application Payment (UDAP) card.
Visit the Water Department website
Water Contacts:
Billing Office: 540-434-6783
Operations Center (problems with delivery): 540-434-9959
Emergency Response (after 5pm, weekends, holidays): 540-434-2545
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Get your electricity hooked up by opening an account with Harrisonburg Electric Company (HEC).
Harrisonburg Electric Co.
89 West Bruce Street
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
(540) 434-5361
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Natural Gas Service:
Columbia Gas
1020 Edom Road
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
1-800-543-8911
540-434-7556
Columbia Gas of Virginia
Propane Gas Service:
AmeriGas
1631 Red Oak St
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
888-526-3189 
http://www.amerigas.com/
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Custer C L Inc
2010 West Market Street
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
(540) 434-8888
Quarles Energy Services
1006 West Market Street
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
(540) 434-3434 Quarles
Rockingham Petroleum Cooperative
Service Department
PO Box 168
Harrisonburg, VA 22803
(540) 434-4321
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Trash pickup begins automatically for residents living on public streets. A fee of $10/month for refuge service and $10/month for solid waste management will show up on your water bill. Recycling services are also included.
For trash pickup questions call the Public Works Department at 540-434-5928.
For more information, visit the
Public Works Department
320 East Mosby Road
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
540-434-5928
*If you live on a private street or in an apartment complex please inquire with your home owner’s association or property manager.
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Harrisonburg City Public Schools Rockingham County Public Schools Woodland Montessori School Eastern Mennonite School (K-12)
Local colleges and universities:
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For more information on Harrisonburg mass transit, visit the
Transportation Department website.
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Post Office - Downtown Harrisonburg
281 North Mason Street
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
(540) 432-1557
Post Office - Harrisonburg
3811 South Main Street
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
(540) 574-6074
Visit the US Post Office on the Web at
http://www.usps.com/
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All animals, regardless of their species, are required to be on a leash when they are off of their owner's property.
You are responsible for cleaning up after your animals when they are being walked. Please carry a plastic bag with you and deposit the solid waste into an appropriate waste receptacle. See A Doodie-Free Harrisonburg for more information.
All dog and cat bites are required to be reported to Animal Control. (540) 437-2670
Rabies Vaccination:
The state of Virginia requires that all cats and dogs 16 weeks of age and over have a current rabies vaccination that was administered by a licensed veterinarian. You should retain a copy of the certificate, as it will be needed if your pet escapes or bites someone.
Dog Licenses:
A city dog license is required for all dogs 16 weeks of age or over that reside within the city. A tag will be issued at the time of purchase. This tag is required on your dogs collar anytime he/she is not on your property.
Dog licenses are available from the Rockingham/Harrisonburg SPCA, the City Treasurer's Office, or by mail: City Treasurer, 345 South Main Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22802. The cost is $6 for a spayed or neutered dog and $10 for a male or female dog for a one year tag. Two and three year tags are also available, depending on the expiration date on your rabies certificate. In addition, a kennel license is required for ten or more dogs. Tags are valid until January 31 of the following calendar year, regardless of when purchased.
New residents who have proof of a valid dog license issued by another political subdivision of Virginia and a valid certificate of rabies vaccination may obtain a current Harrisonburg tag for $1.
Agricultural Animals:
Livestock and poultry are allowed only in area zoned for agriculture.
Hybrid Canines:
A permit is required to keep a hybrid canine within the city limits. Please contact Animal Control for additional information and a permit application.
Dangerous Dogs:
The owner of any dog that has been declared "Dangerous" by another jurisdiction, as defined by State Code 3.1-796.93:1, is required to immediately register the animal with the city and obtain a permit. Failure to do so is a class 1 misdemeanor.
Dog tags can be purchased at the Treasurer's office, located in the Municipal Building in downtown Harrisonburg. See a map here.
SPCA
Visit the SPCA on the web at http://www.rhspca.org/
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List of Churches Harrisonburg Chamber of Commerce
Boys & Girls Clubs of Harrisonburg an Rockingham County
Virginia Employment Commission
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