Planning

Currently, the Planning Department Staff are working in remote mode and all services are being done electronically.  Please direct questions to planning@norfolk.gov or 757-664-4752.  

Below are the different gateways to applications and information for related Planning activities. 

ARBArchitectural Review Board

Design Review; New construction, building, and landscaping alterations and demolitions in Historic Districts

Zoning OrdinanceBoard of Zoning Appeals

reviews appeals of zoning determinations and zoning violations, as well as variance requests

cpcCity Planning Commission

Requests for change of zoning, conditional use permit, or development certificate, as well as, zoning text or comprehensive plan amendments and right-of-way closures.

WetlandsEnvironmental Services

Land Disturbance, Wetland Board applications and permits

plansStaff Review

Ownership Review Request / Buildable Lot Letter, Zoning Compliance Letter / Review, Non-conforming Zoning Lot Review, Site Plan Review, Moving Storage Container (POD) Registration

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