1-11. RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS Article 6. "I must say, they were sympathetic," said Waller, a retired architect with Waller, Todd & Sadler in Virginia Beach. "If you don't have it, people will do all sorts of crazy things.". Get covered for flood damage before natural disaster strikes. Residential Setbacks. 9. The Placement section of the Zoning Ordinance lists the placement requirements for buildings in different zoning districts. He was before the board seeking a variance for a 15.1-foot rear yard setback, instead of 20 feet. To apply for a permit or to request inspections, register and create a user account on the citys Citizen Access System. If a fence is within 10 feet of the right-of-way. 2.1. Article III. These districts are defined by the City's Zoning Ordinance, which outlines regulations applicable to each district. Please do not use it for Planning & Community Development needs. Any permit that requires multiple inspections (new construction, building addition, etc.) the Library of Virginias records management, Installation of wiring and equipment that operates at less than 50 volts, Construction of detached sheds less than 250 square feet of building area and requiring no electrical wiring or equipment, Tents and air-supported structures that cover an area of 900 square feet or less, Fire protection: ordinary repairs or direct replacement of minor components with like equipment, Residential plumbing and electrical fixtures, fixture fittings or appliances, including electric water heaters, Residential fans, humidifiers, air cleaners, and similar mechanical equipment, Windows and doors with those of similar capacity in the same location in one- and two-family dwellings, townhouses, apartments, and condominiums, Provide a copy of Class A, B, or C state contractor's license, Provide a copy of the master tradesman cards for everyone in the company who is authorized to sign permit applications as a master for that trade, Copy of the master tradesman cards for everyone in the company who is authorized to sign permit applications as a master for that trade, Copy of a signed contract with the customer showing charges less than $1,000 (a receipt of a paid invoice will suffice), 2018 Virginia Energy Conservation Code (VECC), 2018 Virginia Amusement Device Regulations, 2018 Virginia Industrialized Building Safety Regulations. Stormwater pollution prevention plan; content of plan. Auto Repairs/Auto Repair Shops -The Zoning Ordinance does not allow you to perform auto repair or operate an auto repair shop in residential or apartment districts. What documentation is required for a tent? 6.1. Board of zoning appeals are set up to appeal a decision by the zoning administrator, hear zoning violations or to request a special permit - or a variance - from the provisions from the city's zoning laws, which govern land use. According to the law, a "hardship" must be met to receive an approval. Waller, an architect, received approval from the Virginia Beach Board of Zoning appeals due, in part, to his knowledge of the rules and regulations of making changes to his property. HISTORIC AND CULTURAL DISTRICT, Article 16. Regulations include minimum yard requirements (or building setbacks), landscaping requirements, and allowable land uses. No. - Off-street loading requirements. What documentation is required for a pier, bulkhead, and/or rip-rap? In some cases, a property owner or tenant may be allowed to obtain the permit if approved by Planning & Community Developments Division of Permits & Inspections. Any problems will also be noted. For therepair, replacement, or reconstruction of a fence or wall that involves more than 50% of the existing fence or wall. State and city codes regarding building and property maintenance are designed to keep the places you live, work, and play safe and attractive. Sec. Call the Zoning Office at (757) 385-8074 if you have any questions. According to Chesapeake city's website: "In effect the board acts as a 'safety valve.' Some easements may require permission from your homeowner's association or utility company before commencing work. - Legislative intent. A copy of a physical survey or site plan drawn to scale. front setback is from the right-of-way of the road. Classifications required to obtain permits: If only performing small repairs and similar jobs with contract values less than $1,000 (labor AND materials), permits may be obtained with the following information: Note: When registering with Permits & Inspections, a number will be assigned for the company on the contractor system. Instead, visit VBgov.com. See Section 203(d) (Commercial Vehicular Parking) of Appendix A, Zoning Ordinance of theVirginia Beach City Code. But zoning laws cannot cover every situation. Seehttp://www.ecode360.com/9742097 for details. (Dennis Tennant). View more detailed information about PSC's. "The word 'hardship' is a nice word," Newcomb said, but "the state law is very clear the hardship is derived from the land.". A state contractor's license has limitations on contract values: Permits may only be obtained for the classifications listed on the state contractor's license AND for which the company has a master tradesman (if applicable). What documentation do I need to obtain a Building Permit? Appendix G. SOUTHERN RIVERS WATERSHED MANAGEMENT ORDINANCE. Sec. - Building-mounted antennas, small wireless facilities and temporary communication towers. Without this body to decide on such matters, solutions to these development problems would have to be accomplished by amendment of the ordinance or through a lawsuit.". For complete details on County zoning and subdivision rules, please see the official code athttp://www.ecode360.com/SH1548or contact the Zoning Administrator at Except for City-owned rights-of-way, all the land in Virginia Beach has a designated Zoning District. These districts are defined by the City'sZoning Ordinance, which outlines regulations applicable to each district. Existing structures (commercial): If there has been no change of use or tenant within the past three years, the Certificate of Occupancy fee is $117.20, and a commercial building application, parking plan, and tenant space layout are required. Residential projects: building permits are required to remove drywall, construct new partition walls or bearing walls, relocate walls, install new framing, change the roof pitch, construct decks, build room additions, screen porches, cover porches, build any accessory structure over 256 square feet, install pre-manufactured carports, install above ground swimming pools deeper than 2 feet, install hot tubs/spas, and construct masonry walls with a footing. Back Zoning; Appeals Complaints Setbacks Permitted Uses Rezoning Property Zoning Administration (757) 385-8074; zoning@vbgov.com . Ready to buy a home? Please refer to our Applications and Forms page for Building Permit Form that provides plan submittal instructions and a list of required documentation. 2 0 obj A Mechanical Permit is required for a gas line. GENERAL PROVISIONS Article 2. Cities needed regulations to make sure these structures were built safely and uniformly, he said. Be in the know when you subscribe to our free email newsletter subscriptions. No. The Preservation District shall consist of: P-1 Preservation District (2) Agricultural Districts. The time allowed for correcting code violations ranges from 24 hours to 30 days, depending on the nature and severity of the violation(s). "I don't like to take somebody's $500 clearly knowing there's not a hardship and the board isn't going to approve it," she said. Please enable scripts and reload this page. Temporary Signs -The City Zoning Ordinance allows each business location only one 32 square foot banner or one 30 foot tall balloon for three one-week periods per calendar year. There is no traffic generated beyond what would normally be expected in the neighborhood. Some easements may require permission from your homeowner's association or utility company before commencing work. State and city codes regarding building and property maintenance are designed to keep the places you live, work, and play safe and attractive. 500. Call Zoning at (757) 385-8074 for any questions. 7.7. Housing & Neighborhood Preservation's Code Enforcement Division preserves the safety and appearance of the city's existing structures and properties through routine inspections and responds to complaints about code violations. You may be trying to access this site from a secured browser on the server. Parking lot and foundation landscaping. The structure cannot exceed the height of the house. Vehicles associated with the business, including customers, are parked in the driveway and not on the street. Check with Miss Utility (1-800-552-7001) for any underground cables before beginning construction. BZAs benefit the citizens, property values and a community's safety, he said. Any locality may by ordinance regulate the building of houses in the locality including the adoption of off-street parking requirements, minimum setbacks and side yards and the establishment of minimum lot sizes. Please enable scripts and reload this page. Consideration and action by city agent. Those requirements are summarized below. The business must be located only in the principal structure on the lot (cannot be located in an accessory structure unless a Conditional Use Permit is approved). What are the typical setbacks for residential properties? Recent amendments are listed on theCity Code Amendmentspage. You may obtain a sign permit by contacting Kevin Hershberger at (757) 385-8074.Any temporary signs other than those specified above are illegal. Setbacks depend on the zoning of the parcel in question. 1-10. Regional (watershed-wide) stormwater management plans. The location of the fence depends on several factors including the zoning district that you reside and the exact delineation of your property line. Typically, for principal structures, there is a 25 foot front yard setback, 5 foot or 10 foot side yard setback, and 25 foot rear yard setback. 7.1. These districts are defined in the City of Virginia Beach's Zoning Ordinance which describes the regulations applicable to each district. Apply for a permit, schedule an inspection or search for an application. 1-15. You may then be issued a building permit. The city said he couldn't get a building permit until he got a special OK for the project from the Virginia Beach Board of Zoning Appeals. "Anything they're looking to do on their property - build a shed, build a deck, put up a fence, just call our office and let us help you and keep you out of trouble," said Karen Lasley, Virginia Beach's zoning administrator. page county setback requirements zoning district front** side rear minimum distance between buildings agriculture (a-1) (new dwelling, addition to existing dwelling, porch) agriculture (a-1) . COASTAL PRIMARY SAND DUNE ZONING ORDINANCE, Article 17. Instead, visit VBgov.com. Only one commercial vehicle is permitted as long as its carrying capacity is one ton or less, its height is seven feet (7') or less, and its length is 20 feet or less. 1-35. Stormwater management impoundment structures or facilities. STORMWATER MANAGEMENT UTILITY, Chapter 35.1. 1-9. Plan review for additions and renovations can be reviewed at the counter immediately (except when further approvals are needed from other offices such as Environmental Services and/or Zoning). Except for City-owned rights-of-way, all the land in Virginia Beach has a designated Zoning District. If property owners are performing the work themselves, or with assistance, they are responsible for the permit and inspection scheduling. Pollution prevention plan; content of plan. %PDF-1.7 The homeowner or the contractor. All Rights Reserved. A registered contractor is required to perform all work on a commercial property and must obtain the permit and schedule all required inspections. Newcomb said the state law is clear that financial hardships should not impact a board's decision. Note: New tenants and changes of use require plan review and standard permits to be issued by counter personnel. With the exception of City-owned rights-of-way, all of the land in Virginia Beach has a designated Zoning District. What documentation do I need to put up a shed or fence? Unfortunately, in Virginia Beach, it's not unheard of to make someone dismantle what they've started or finished because they didn't get an OK from the appeals board. Resources and programs for people looking for affordable housing opportunities in the city. Class A, B, or C contractors licensed in the state of Virginia may only obtain permits within their respective trade. Disabled Veterans Personal Property Tax Relief, Military Personal Property & Vehicle Registration Exemption, Economic Development Small Business/SWaM, Emergency Communications & Citizen Services, Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center, Document Library - Plans, Studies & Guidelines. 1675, 4-13-87; Ord. endobj Interpretation of Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area boundaries. A state contractor's license is required to build more than one house in 24 months. Back at Waller's Atlantic Avenue abode, the attic space remains untouched. 205. Off-street Public acceptance of improvements or proposed dedications. 2.3. A permit is valid for six months from the date it is issued. Procedure for conditional preliminary plat approval. Use this number for reference when applying for permits. Be in the know when you subscribe to our free email newsletter subscriptions. View more detailed information about fence permits. Two additional tables at the bottom of this page clarify exceptions for lots zoned A-1 that are between 10 and 29 acres in size (as of . Failure to comply within the time allowed may result in the city taking action to abate code violations or legal action. The person operating the business lives in the home. The application review can take up to 60 days and it can be two to three months for a hearing date. To find out the setback requirements for accessory structures, go to the online Virginia Beach City Code and find Section 502 (Dimensional Requirements) of Appendix A, Zoning Ordinance. 1-7. Review of stormwater management plans. 5.3. 3.2. 1931, 10-23-89; Ord. The Agricultural Districts shall consist of: Appendix A. BICYCLES AND OTHER WHEELED DEVICES, Chapter 8. Please note that if the shed is greater than 256 square feet or if the fence is taller than 6 feet, a building permit is required. Does the property next door have a gully running through it that adversely impacts yours? ZONING ORDINANCE Article 1. For further clarification, please contact Zoning at 757-664-6588. Is the lot narrow? ESTABLISHMENT OF FLOODPLAIN DISTRICTS, Article IV. Certain documentation is required to apply for a building permit. <> Quick links to report issues in your neighborhood or around the city. Preliminary plats and dataGenerally. Work will begin when everything he needs is signed, which includes a tree-protection plan to make sure the existing live oaks on his property aren't damaged during construction. Southern Rivers Watershed Management Plan. Additional regulations/requirements governing permitted special exceptions are located in sections 72-293 and 72-415 of this article. Where can a fence go on a residential corner lot? Home Based Businesses/OccupationsHome based businesses are allowed under the following circumstances without a Conditional Use Permit: The business use of the home is clearly incidental and subordinate to the residential use of the home. 5. Amendments to City Code, including the Zoning Ordinance, are usually included within two months of City Councilapproval. 6. Contact City of Virginia Beach; 2401 Courthouse Dr. (757) 385-3111; vb311@vbgov.com; virginiabeach.gov; Accessibility; ADA Information; Employee Portal; Website Policy; An application can be completed electronically via an online portal at norfolkvapermits.force.com. The files are sent to storage after a final inspection of construction and destroyed three years later, in accordance with the Library of Virginias records management policies. But it wasn't that easy. MOTOR VEHICLE AND TRAFFIC CODE, Chapter 25. Applicability of technical criteria for regulated land disturbing activities. "It's gotten out of control," Alcaraz said. Please do not use it for Planning & Community Development needs. Among South Hampton Roads' five cities, a board of zoning appeals deals with items that fall outside land-use laws. A list of fence materials should be included. Check out the latest entertainment and arts news, then plan your weekend with a look ahead at what's happening around Hampton Roads. 10. To see a listing of illegal signs, go to the onlineVirginia Beach City Codeand find Section 212 (Signs prohibited in all districts) of Appendix A, Zoning Ordinance. Quick Reference for Zoning and Subdivision, http://shenandoahcountyva.us/zoning/find-my-zoning/. #FXr}!FYR 1-19. Consideration and action by the planning director or his designee. Regulations include minimum yard requirements (or building setbacks), landscaping requirements, and allowable land uses. 2023 City of Virginia Beach. 7.2. For further clarification, please call the Development Services Center at 757-664-6565. Landscape, Screening and Buffering Specifications and Standards. 207. 1-4. Inspections can be requested using the online portal with a computer or smart device at Inspections. Two additional tables at the bottom of this page clarify exceptions for lots zoned A-1 that are between 10 and 29 acres in size (as of December 2010), and for Open Space Cluster Subdivisions. Amendments to City Code, including the Zoning Ordinance, are usually included within two months of City Council approval. In addition, all fences located within a historic district are required to receive a Certificate of Appropriateness by going through the Architectural Review process. Residential plan review takes approximately 10 business days to complete for any new construction. Administers the Uniform Statewide Building Code and associated laws and ordinances. If a Conditional Use Permit is required, contact the Planning Department at (757) 385-4621 and ask to speak to a Current Planner ordownload theConditional Use Permit Application Packageand read about the application process.Don't forget to get your business license.For more detailed information on home businesses/occupations, see "Accessory Activities Operated for Profit in a Residential Dwelling" in Section 501(b)(5); the definition of "Home Occupation" in Section 111 (Definitions); and Section 234 (Conditional Uses and Structures: Home Occupations) of Appendix A, Zoning Ordinance of theVirginia Beach City Codeor contact the Zoning Office at (757) 385-8074. 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