Zoning & land use in Virginia local government
What Virginia city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about zoning & land use — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
3,907 Virginia meetings since 2024 covered zoning & land use. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Virginia with the most zoning & land use activity
- Suffolk, VA (160)
- Richmond, VA (143)
- Front Royal, VA (134)
- Madison, VA (115)
- Herndon, VA (112)
- Stafford County, VA (108)
- Alexandria, VA (103)
- Danville, VA (97)
- Warren County, VA (89)
- James City County, VA (88)
- Hanover County, VA (86)
- Augusta County, VA (85)
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This routine standing committee meeting contains no substantive papers, presentations, or discussion items. The body will only handle administrative housekeeping and host a public comment period. No rezonings, contracts, or policy changes are on the docket.
Planning Commission to hear SUP for two-unit dwelling at 501 East Howell Ave
The Alexandria Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on October 6, 2026, to consider several land-use items, including special use permits, a subdivision, a development special use permit, and a zoning text amendment. The meeting begins with a work session on parking regulation amendments. Public comment is…
Public hearing on special use permit for 50-site RV campground
The Henry County Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing to receive citizen input on a request for a Special Use Permit for a campground with up to 50 RV sites on an 8.5-acre property. The applicant is Jonathan Beckett, and the property is located at 3750 Greensboro Rd in the Ridgeway District, zoned…
Planning Commission to weigh 20-cottage short-term rental project and zoning code changes
The Mecklenburg County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a special exception request by Laurie Pearson to build 20 short-term rental cottages on a 95-acre property at 2407 Union Chapel Road, and on proposed updates to the county zoning ordinance. The commission will also consider approving the August…
BZA hears four requests for zoning exceptions and variances
The Alexandria Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on four applications for special exceptions or variances related to residential additions and a deck. The board will also review its Fiscal Year 2026 annual report and approve minutes.
Richmond City Council to vote on 17 zoning changes including new dwellings and garages
The Richmond City Council will hold a formal meeting to decide on 17 ordinances, primarily zoning changes for residential and commercial properties across multiple districts. Items include special use permits for new single-family homes, garages, a nightclub, and automotive services, as well as amendments to existing…
Grayson County supervisors to consider recreational access grant and data center policy
The Grayson County Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss a resolution requesting grant funding to improve public boat access at Independence and review a draft policy on data centers. The board will also consider reappointments to county committees and receive reports from county staff and local agencies.
Planning Commission to hear contractor use and tattoo parlor requests
The Middlesex County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a special exception request for a contractor use on Warner Road and an ordinance amendment to allow tattoo and piercing salons in the General Business District. The commission will also elect a new secretary, nominate a CIP member, and…
Planning Commission to weigh contractor use and tattoo salon ordinance
The Middlesex County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a special exception request by Dan C. Monette to allow contractor use on a 0.51-acre parcel zoned Low Density Rural on Warner Road, and an ordinance amendment to add Tattoo and Piercing Salon as a special exception use in the General…
Policy committee to review data center, solar, and wireless facility rule changes
The James City County Policy Committee will meet to discuss proposed ordinance amendments related to data center siting, temporary wireless support structures, and solar energy facilities with battery storage. No decisions are listed on the agenda; items are presented for discussion.
Planning Commission to hold hearings on two rezoning requests
The Henry County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two rezoning applications and then make recommendations to the Board of Supervisors. The Board will hold its own public hearings on September 22, 2026. The commission will also confirm minutes and receive a building inspection report.
Planning Commission to discuss ADU and electronic sign zoning amendments
The Rockbridge County Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss two zoning text amendments: one on Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and another on Electronic Message Center (EMC) signage. The agenda also includes citizen comments, approval of the August 12, 2026 minutes, and board/committee reports. No…
Planning Commission to hear six conditional-use permits and a zoning text amendment
The Warren County Planning Commission will meet on September 9, 2026, to conduct a public hearing on six conditional-use permit requests and a zoning text amendment. The meeting includes adoption of minutes, public presentations, and a consent agenda for advertising these permits.
Board to consider land use tax ordinance amendment and Verizon landline objections
The Augusta County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on an ordinance amending the real property tax section related to land use, and will consider letters of objection to Verizon's discontinuance of landlines. The agenda also includes routine consent items (minutes and claims) and public comment periods.
Board of Zoning Appeals to hear six variance requests including additions to homes
The Suffolk Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing to decide six variance requests for residential properties, including requests to reduce setbacks and impervious surface ratios for home additions. The board will also consider approval of minutes from previous meetings and adjournment.
Board of Zoning Appeals to hear 8 variance cases
The Suffolk Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on eight variance requests, including residential properties and several construction-related appeals. The board will also approve minutes from its August 11, 2026 regular meeting.
Architectural Review Board reviews airport terminal and local property improvements
The Norfolk Architectural Review Board met to review several design applications, including terminal improvements at Norfolk International Airport and residential renovations. The board issued recommendations for townhouses, a new building at Barry Robinson, and garden renovations at Botetourt Gardens.
Planning Commission discusses short-term rental rules and zoning updates
The New Market Planning Commission met on September 8, 2026, to discuss updates to zoning regulations, including manufactured homes, accessory dwelling units, and short-term rental rules. The commission also reviewed zoning overlays and infrastructure projects like the new water tank and Route 211 sidewalk completion.
Council to discuss sewer financing, banner program, paving contracts
The Front Royal Town Council work session on September 8, 2026, includes discussion and potential action on several items: canceling the September 14 work session, a memorandum of understanding with American Legion Post 53 for the military tribute banner program, scheduling a public hearing for sewer project…
Council to consider T-Mobile lease, zoning updates, and towing fee changes
The Fredericksburg City Council is holding a regular session with a public hearing on a T-Mobile telecommunications lease at the Courtland Water Tank and a first-read zoning ordinance update. The consent agenda includes a CDBG performance report and a school budget supplement. The council will also consider first-read…
Board to consider setting public hearing for Cumberland Energy Center CUP
The Cumberland County Board of Supervisors will hold its regular monthly meeting, covering routine approvals, reports from county departments and agencies, and a resolution honoring the Heart of Virginia Master Gardeners. The board will also vote on a request to set a public hearing for the Cumberland Energy Center…
City Council holds closed session to discuss appointments and land use
The Colonial Heights City Council will hold a special closed meeting to discuss appointments to several boards and the performance of the City Manager. The Council will also discuss the disposition of a portion of city right-of-way adjacent to 840-880 W. Roslyn Road.
Council to consider zoning tax delinquency rule and multiple budget amendments
The Colonial Heights City Council is holding a regular meeting with several advertised public hearings and first readings of ordinances. Key items include a zoning amendment requiring delinquent taxes be paid before permit approval, multiple budget amendments for various funds, and changes to fire, emergency services…
Council to hold public hearings on 2 special use permits, zoning changes, and $22.1M appropriation
The Harrisonburg City Council will hold public hearings on several land-use requests, including special use permits for properties on Monticello Avenue and West Wolfe/West Market Streets, a Comprehensive Plan amendment for the Northeast Neighborhood Small Area Plan, a zoning ordinance amendment to define 'poultry…
Council to vote on street vacations, fee changes, and appointments
The Alexandria City Council is holding a legislative meeting with a closed session, proclamations, oral reports, and a large action docket. Key items include first readings of ordinances to vacate public rights-of-way on Kent Place, amend bad check fees, and adjust personal property tax due dates for furloughed…
Planning Commission to hold public hearing on Berry rezoning for possible family subdivision
The King George County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request by Thomas and Sandra Berry to rezone approximately 26 acres of their 117.56-acre parcel (Tax Parcel 28-32) from A-1 (Agriculture Preservation) to A-2 (Rural Agriculture) for a possible future family subdivision. The commission will also…
Planning Commission to discuss data center zoning ordinance requirements
The Isle of Wight County Planning Commission is meeting to discuss proposed requirements for a data center zoning ordinance. This is a discussion item only, with no final decision or vote scheduled. The rest of the agenda is procedural.
Board to consider pausing Technology District applications
The Orange County Board of Supervisors will hold its regular meeting, including a public hearing on a postponed special use permit (SUP-2026-00527) and two new public hearings. The board will also discuss referring the Technology District to the Planning Commission and a mechanism to pause all Technology District…
Public hearing on rezoning 1.435 acres at 192 Weston Hall Rd from Rural to Residential-1
The Mathews County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone 1.435 acres at 192 Weston Hall Rd from Rural (RU) to Residential-1 (R-1). The commission will also discuss solar energy topics and receive committee reports on workforce housing/ADUs and county properties. The meeting includes…
Board to vote on zoning changes, naloxone grant, and new construction contracts
The James City County Board of Supervisors will hold a regular meeting to discuss and vote on several key items, including zoning ordinance amendments, a $35,000 grant for overdose prevention, and public hearings on land-use changes and rezoning requests. The board will also consider proffer amendments for a…
Planning Commission to hear two rezoning requests in Fishersville and Jolivue
The Augusta County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on two rezoning requests: one to rezone 5.02 acres on Beam Lane in Fishersville from General Business to Multifamily Residential, and another to rezone 13.08 acres off Fauber Lane and Barterbrook Road in Jolivue from General Agriculture to Single Family…
Planning Commission to hold public hearings on zoning, signs, and land use
The Smithfield Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a special sign exception for Sheetz, a property formerly known as The Grange, and a land use matrix for industrial districts. They will also review a short-term rental application, two entrance corridor overlay changes, and other agenda items.
Danville Planning Commission to review a rezoning and a special use permit
The Danville Planning Commission will meet on September 8, 2026, to consider two new business applications. Commissioners will review a special use permit request for an accessory structure on East Lawn Avenue and a zoning map amendment application to change a portion of 102 North Woodberry Avenue from Urban…
Rezoning of 42.26 acres to DR-4 residential; special events regs amended
The Town Council will hold public hearings on proposed amendments to special events and demonstrations regulations and a rezoning request for a 42.26-acre portion of a 97.8-acre property (14-A-80) from OSR, DR-1, DR-2, and BP to DR-4, subject to proffered conditions. The council will also honor Town Manager Keith…
Lynchburg City Council to vote on three rezoning ordinances and budget amendments
The Lynchburg City Council is meeting to consider three rezoning ordinances, several budget amendments, and a bridge naming resolution. The agenda also includes public comments on various topics and a closed session. Most items are routine approvals, but the rezonings and budget appropriations are concrete actions the…
ACES to review junkyard permit, expand membership to 7
The Front Royal Advisory Committee for Environmental Sustainability (ACES) will review its feedback on a special use permit for an automobile graveyard at 508 Kendrick Lane, discuss expanding its membership from three to seven members, and plan upcoming events including a Dark Skies presentation and Lone Pine Day…
Planning Commission reviews Subdivision and Floodplain Ordinances
The Bedford Planning Commission will continue its review of the Subdivision Ordinance as unfinished business. New business includes legislative land use changes and the Floodplain Ordinance. The agenda also includes approval of previous minutes and public comments.
BZA to rule on front yard variance for 22 Josephine Street
The Berryville Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing to decide on a variance request. The applicant seeks permission to reduce the front yard from 20 feet to 6 feet to accommodate an open front porch. The property is located at 22 Josephine Street and is zoned DR-4 Detached Residential-4 District.
Board reviews proposed 6 sq ft limit for temporary signs and November 4 election logistics
The Madison County Electoral Board will discuss a proposed ordinance limiting temporary signs to 6 square feet and review a report on precinct consolidation. The meeting also covers the status of felon voting rights and the impact of new USPS rules on mail-in ballots. Additionally, the board will approve new election…
BZA to hear three special exception requests for conversions and additions
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on three special exception applications. The board will decide whether to grant exceptions for converting a commercial space to dwellings, and for two residential additions that do not meet zoning requirements. Public comments can be made in person, by phone, or…