How to Use the Accela MCP in VS Code Copilot

Q: Does VS Code Copilot allow me to search for addresses using Accela?

It does. You can use searchaddresses to find specific locations within your jurisdiction. The agent provides the results in a readable format.

Deploy the Accela MCP Server in VS Code Copilot to manage civic data across your engineering team.

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Shared Accela tools in VS Code

Commit your server config to the repo so your whole team uses the same tools. Everyone can run `list_inspections` and `get_parcels` from their own editor. It ensures consistency across the entire dev team. No more manual setup steps for new hires.

Automate records in VS Code

Use `create_record` to spin up new permit applications while working in your IDE. Your agent generates the necessary fields based on your codebase context. This keeps your data entry fast and error-free. It's built for scale.

Manage documents via MCP Server

Link your project files to civic records using `upload_document`. You can push local assets straight to the system without leaving VS Code. Your team stays synchronized on the latest documentation. It works exactly how you expect it to.

Setup guide

Set up Accela MCP in VS Code Copilot

Prerequisites

VS Code 1.99 or later with GitHub Copilot extension
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open MCP configuration

Open the Command Palette (Cmd+Shift+P / Ctrl+Shift+P) and run "MCP: Add Server". Select HTTP (Streamable) as the server type. VS Code will create .vscode/mcp.json in your workspace.
2

Add the Accela MCP

Paste the JSON snippet shown on the right into your .vscode/mcp.json. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Switch to Agent mode

Open Copilot Chat (Cmd+Shift+I / Ctrl+Shift+I) and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode — they do not appear in Edit or Ask modes.
4

Verify the connection

In the Copilot Chat input, type # to list available tools. You should see the Accela tools listed. Try asking: "List my recent Accela transactions" and Copilot will invoke them automatically.

.vscode/mcp.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "accela-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Accela MCP in VS Code Copilot

Absolutely. You commit the mcp.json file to your repository. When your teammates pull the code, they get immediate access to the same tools.

Yes. It supports the standard MCP protocol used by Copilot. It fits right into your existing security and compliance requirements.

It does. You can use `search_addresses` to find specific locations within your jurisdiction. The agent provides the results in a readable format.

Use the command palette to open your user configuration. From there, you add the server details and your agent will pick it up automatically.

All inspection records are transmitted over secure, ephemeral connections. The server does not cache your personal or municipal data, keeping everything isolated to your active session.

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