Norfolk public meetings in 2025

City Planning Commission Public Hearings

The Norfolk City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Dec. 18, 2025 to consider several applications. Items include adoption of a self‑storage facility at 7712‑7728 Hampton Boulevard, a consent agenda for Ready 2 Roll Motorsports to extend automobile‑related uses at 3345 N. Military Highway, a denial of a conditional use permit for ABC Supportive LLC at 1700 Kingston Avenue, and approval of a zoning change for 1111 Harmony LLC to Light Industrial at 1111 Harmony Road. The commission will also vote on conditional use permits for restaurants, banquet halls, live entertainment, and short‑term rentals at various locations.

• 7712‑7728 Hampton Boulevard – construct a self‑storage facility (adopted 6‑0)
• Ready 2 Roll Motorsports – conditional use permits for automobile sales, repair, and tire sales at 3345 N. Military Highway (approval recommended 6‑0)
• ABC SUPPORTIVE LLC – denial of conditional use permit to modify a two‑family dwelling at 1700 Kingston Avenue (denial recommended 4‑2)
• 1111 HARMONY LLC – conditional zoning change from Institutional to Light Industrial at 1111 Harmony Road (approval recommended 6‑0)
• THE BEAUMONT 759 LLC – conditional use permits for restaurant, banquet hall, live entertainment, and alcohol sales at 759 Granby Street (approval recommended 6‑0)

City Council Agendas

The Norfolk City Council will vote on several ordinances, including large grant appropriations for youth support and flood preparedness, and a compensation plan amendment affecting city employee pay. The council will also consider a closed‑session resolution, a consent agenda of conditional use permits for various businesses, and an easement acquisition with Verizon. All items will be acted on in a single motion unless removed for discussion.

• R-7: Accept and appropriate a $4,317,660 grant for the Richmond‑Surrey Crescent Shoreline Improvement Project and a $2,878,440 local match.
• R-4: Accept and appropriate $83,720.91 grant for a Youth Support Partner Program from the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services.
• R-6: Acquire an easement in Suffolk for the Commonwealth Railway Project for $35,000 and authorize up to $42,000 for related costs.
• C-1: Ordinance to amend a special exception allowing outdoor dining with alcohol at The Grilled Cheese Bistro, 345 Granby Street.
• R-10: Amend the FY2026 Compensation Plan Ordinance, revising multiple pay tables and classifications for city employees.

The Norfolk City Council received the FY2025 audit results, which are expected to be unmodified (clean), but noted that the Norfolk Public Schools audit was delayed, causing the city to miss the state's December 15 deadline. The council discussed options to address the recurring NPS audit delays, including a possible shared services agreement, and directed staff to prepare a resolution for early 2026. The council also approved a consent agenda with multiple conditional use permits and ordinances, and adopted several regular agenda items, including grant acceptances and a compensation plan update.

• Adopted FY2025 audit presentation, noting clean opinion expected (unanimous)
• Directed City Manager and Attorney to draft shared services resolution for NPS accounting (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items C-1 through C-11, including outdoor dining, conditional use permits, and easement vacation (unanimous)
• Continued C-5 (Americas Best Wings) and C-12 (short-term rental at 9621 9th Bay St.) (unanimous)
• Adopted R-1: Verizon easement at 140 Park Ave (unanimous)
• Adopted R-2: Prestige Hand Car Wash CUP (7-1, Paige opposed)
• Adopted R-3: Ocean Hand Car Wash CUP (7-1, Paige opposed)
• Adopted R-4 through R-10: grants, meeting dates, easement acquisition, compensation plan (unanimous)

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will consider several Certificates of Appropriateness for property alterations in the Ghent Historic District. The board will also review recommendations for a new addition and a self-storage facility.

• COA #25-100: Install a 12x16 inch wood sign at 509 Boissevain Avenue
• COA #25-102: Construct a front porch at 530 Pembroke Avenue
• COA #25-99: Replace windows at 814 Graydon Avenue
• COA/DR #25-93: Construct an addition at 421 E City Hall Avenue and 480 E Plume Street
• DR #101: Construct a self-storage facility at 7712-7728 Hampton Boulevard

City Council Agendas

The council will hold a public hearing to repeal the current PlaNorfolk2030 plan and adopt the new NFK2050 Comprehensive Plan. Several rezoning applications will be heard, including properties on Southampton Avenue, Riverview Avenue, 22nd Bay Street, and East Ocean View Avenue. The agenda also includes multiple ordinances and resolutions covering land use permits, budget appropriations, and a purchase of Norfolk State University property. All items will be considered during the December 9, 2025 meeting.

• Public hearing to repeal PlaNorfolk2030 and adopt NFK2050 Comprehensive Plan (PH-1)
• Rezoning of 902 Southampton Avenue and 151 Riverview Avenue to Industrial Waterfront district (PH-2)
• Rezoning of 9523 and 9527 22nd Bay Street to Regional‑Commercial district (PH-3)
• Ordinance granting the U.S. Navy long‑term access across Hampton Boulevard (R-1)
• Ordinance authorizing purchase of Norfolk State University property at 804 Park Avenue for $3,200 and related easement for $200 (R-11)

The council heard updates on the Transatlantic Air Service Regional Fund, NRHA multifamily bond projects, and a revision to the admissions tax. The Planning Commission presented recommendations on a houseboat zoning amendment and a conditional use permit re‑application restriction, each receiving a 7‑0 recommendation vote. No council resolutions, approvals, or denials were recorded during the meeting.

City Planning Commission Public Hearings

The Norfolk City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on November 20, 2025. Commissioners will consider multiple conditional use permits for restaurants and other businesses, as well as two zoning‑ordinance amendments, including a change to the definition of “marina.” All items have a recommended approval vote of 7‑0.

• Conditional Use Permit for Sour Street Pizza LLC to sell mixed alcoholic beverages at 4035 E. Ocean View Avenue.
• Conditional Use Permit renewal for Michael Hoggard to operate a short‑term rental at 9555 15th Bay Street.
• Zoning ordinance amendment to modify the definition of “marina” to include long‑ and short‑term stay house boats.
• Zoning ordinance text amendment to limit re‑application of substantially similar Conditional Use Permit applications.
• Conditional Use Permit for The Auto Connection to operate a major automobile repair and maintenance facility at 6401 E. Virginia Beach Boulevard.

City Council Agendas

The City Council will hold public hearings on proposed amendments to the City Charter regarding zoning and police positions, as well as a zoning change for self-service storage units. The body will also review several lease agreements and conditional use permits for local businesses.

• Proposed City Charter amendments regarding zoning conformity and Assistant Chief of Police positions
• Zoning ordinance amendment to permit 'Self-service Storage Units' via Conditional Use Permit
• Appropriation of $2,644,886.13 in opioid litigation settlement funds for specific projects
• Lease agreements with Norfolk Festevents Ltd for 120 W. Main Street and 123 Granby Street
• Purchase of property at 1308 Factory Street for $25,000.00

Councilwoman Johnson proposed giving all city employees a day off on Dec. 26. City Manager Roberts said he will draft a resolution with the City Attorney for the next council meeting. Dr. Girois presented a plan to form a Medicaid Community Impact Reduction Work Group. No formal votes or approvals were recorded.

• Employee holiday Dec. 26 proposal – resolution to be drafted (no vote)
• Medicaid workgroup proposal – discussed, no vote taken

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will consider and recommend approval for several historic‑preservation projects, including new wood storm windows at 207 Drummond Place, a gazebo at 405 Duke Street, and a masonry wall replacement at Westover Memorial Park. Staff will also update historic district design guidelines and set the 2026 meeting schedule.

• COA #25-92 – install custom wood storm windows at 207 Drummond Place
• COA #25-87 – construct a 10‑ft × 12‑ft gazebo at 405 Duke Street
• DR #25-95 – replace a brick wall with a CMU wall at Westover Memorial Park, 1424 Westover Avenue
• COA #25-94 – after‑the‑fact window replacement at 349 W Bute Street
• DR #25-96 – construct replacement Pump Station 38 at 5500 Bayberry Drive

City Council Agendas

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a rezoning request for Colonna’s Shipyard and a lease agreement with the Virginia Arts Festival. The body is also deciding on multiple conditional use permits for businesses and several grant appropriations for transportation and housing.

• Public hearing to rezone 344 West Indian River Road and 335, 345, and 350 Emmett Place to Industrial – Deep Water District for Colonna’s Shipyard, Inc.
• Proposed lease agreement with Virginia Arts Festival, Inc. for city-owned property at 1351 and 1371 Hanson Avenue
• Appropriation of $1,666,279 from the US DOT for the St. Paul's Transformation Build Project
• Appropriation of $417,989 from VDOT for Countdown Pedestrian Signals Phase 2
• Expenditure of up to $235,000 for the Neighborhood Corridor & Placemaking Grant Program

The City Council adopted the minutes from the previous meeting and a resolution to hold a closed session, both unanimously. It then approved the conditional rezoning of Colonna’s Shipyard at 344 W. Indian River Road and Emmett Place, changing the designation to Conditional I‑DW with a 6‑to‑2 vote. The rezoning formalizes the site’s current parking and storage use without permitting new construction.

• Adopted previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted closed‑session resolution (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of Colonna’s Shipyard property to Conditional I‑DW (6‑2)

City Planning Commission Public Hearings

The commission is meeting to preview public hearings scheduled for October 23 and November 20, 2025. The body will also discuss the 2026 Planning Commission schedule.

• Preview of October 23, 2025 Public Hearing
• Preview of November 20, 2025 Public Hearing
• Discussion of 2026 Planning Commission Schedule

The commission adopted the Norfolk International Airport Master Plan and recommended adopting the NFK2050 Comprehensive Plan. It approved several conditional use permits and rezoning applications, while denying two requests for short‑term rentals and a restaurant permit. It also approved a development certificate for Geoffrey Wallace and initiated an amendment to the Conditional Use Permit procedure.

• Adopted Norfolk International Airport Master Plan (6-0)
• Recommended adoption of NFK2050 Comprehensive Plan (5-0)
• Approved McAllister Towing conditional rezoning and subdivision variance (5-0)
• Denied Brian Grace conditional change of zoning (5-0)
• Approved East Beach Square rezoning (4-0, 1 abstained)
• Approved Geoffrey Wallace Development Certificate (6-0)
• Initiated amendment to Conditional Use Permit Procedure (6-0)
• Denied America's Best Wings restaurant with extended hours (3-2)

Architectural Review Board

The board will consider two Certificates of Appropriateness: replacing nine windows at 1005 Colonial Avenue and installing a copper chimney cap at 401 Warren Crescent. It will also review a design review report for the Hotel and Casino at 200 Park Avenue, including landscaping, site lighting, and building lighting. Additional discussion items include a window replacement at 349 West Bute Street and new construction of the Jean MacArthur Research and Education Center at 198 Bank Street.

• COA #25-89 – 1005 Colonial Avenue – replace nine vinyl windows with Fibrex windows
• COA #25-90 – 401 Warren Crescent – install copper chimney cap on rear addition
• DR #25-90 – 200 Park Avenue – design review of hotel and casino landscaping, site lighting, and building lighting
• Discussion – 349 West Bute Street – after‑the‑fact window replacement
• Discussion – 198 Bank Street – new construction of the Jean MacArthur Research and Education Center

City Council Agendas

The Norfolk City Council is meeting to discuss a planning update and hold public hearings on several property transactions, including a lease with Boyd Gaming for casino construction support and a food services lease at Nauticus. The council will also consider grant acceptances, construction contracts, and property conveyances. The agenda includes a closed session for property disposition and appointments.

• Public hearing on lease with Boyd Gaming Corporation for parcels on Reeves Avenue for casino project parking and laydown
• Public hearing on lease and food services agreement with Trolley House at 1 Waterside Drive
• Public hearing on conveyance of 1705 Canton Avenue to Michael Schwing for $2,000
• Ordinance to accept $500,000 from Virginia Opioid Abatement Authority for Operation STOP!
• Resolution to enter into design-build contract for Harbor Park Pump Station

The Norfolk City Council adopted several ordinances by unanimous vote, including a lease with Boyd Gaming Corporation for parking and material laydown to support the casino project at 200 Park Avenue. It also approved a lease with the Nauticus Foundation for dining services at 1 Waterside Drive and multiple property conveyances to private individuals. The council approved the previous meeting minutes and a closed‑session resolution.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted closed‑session resolution (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 50133 lease with Nauticus Foundation for Waterside Drive dining services (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 50134 lease with Boyd Gaming for parcels on Reeves Avenue for casino parking and laydown (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 50135 conveyance of 1705 Canton Avenue to Michael Schwing for $2,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 50136 conveyance of W S Gregory Drive parcel to Jerekia Kendrick (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 50137 conveyance of 1541 Vine Street parcel to Ann Marie Taijeron Myers (unanimous)

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board will consider a denial of the Determination of Architectural Appropriateness for a proposed 1,758‑square‑foot commercial building at 2620 Lafayette Boulevard, while recommending approval of the Development Certificate with conditions. The board will also approve the Certificate of Appropriateness to replace 16 windows at 423 York Street. Additional design‑review applications include new HVAC for Larchmont Library at 6525 Hampton Boulevard and a two‑story deck at 4102 Pleasant Avenue. An update to the Historic District Design Guidelines is also on the agenda.

• COA #25-84 – replace 16 side windows at 423 York Street
• DR #25-82 & DAA #25-85 – 2620 Lafayette Boulevard commercial building height variance denial and development certificate approval with conditions
• DR #25-83 – new HVAC system design review for Larchmont Library at 6525 Hampton Boulevard
• DR #25-86 – design review of two‑story deck in The Tern Planned Development District at 4102 Pleasant Avenue
• Historic District Design Guidelines update

City Planning Commission Public Hearings

The Norfolk City Planning Commission will consider 16 items, including a proposed ordinance change to require permits for self-storage facilities and multiple requests for alcohol sales and extended hours at local restaurants.

• Amendment to require self-storage permits in all districts
• Rezoning of East Beach Square to allow outdoor amenities
• Multiple restaurant alcohol and entertainment permit requests
• Renewals for short-term vacation rental permits
• Public hearing on Harbor Inn extended hours and alcohol sales

The commission approved two Architecture Review Board projects (pump‑station improvements at 101 Park Ave and new signage at 1010 Church St) with a 6‑0 vote. It unanimously recommended approval of four consent‑agenda conditional‑use permits, including a Dunkin drive‑through at 3935 E. Princess Anne Rd and a Tienda Latinos Unidos alcohol permit at 2354 Azalea Garden Rd. The commission also recommended a zoning‑ordinance amendment to require self‑storage to be permitted only by conditional‑use permit in all districts, and withdrew a rezoning request for East Beach Square. All other listed conditional‑use permits were recommended for approval with a 6‑0 vote and many were continued to the October 23 meeting.

• Approved Architecture Review Board improvement to Pump Station 129 at 101 Park Ave (6‑0)
• Approved Architecture Review Board new signage at 1010 Church St (6‑0)
• Recommended approval of Dunkin drive‑through conditional‑use permit at 3935 E. Princess Anne Rd (6‑0)
• Recommended approval of Tienda Latinos Unidos off‑premises alcohol permit at 2354 Azalea Garden Rd (6‑0)
• Recommended amendment to Zoning Ordinance to require self‑storage permits by CU in all districts (6‑0)
• Withdrew East Beach Square LLC rezoning request from R‑C to C‑C at 9523‑9527 22nd Bay St (withdrawn)
• Recommended approval of Plain Jane Garage LLC automobile sales and major repair permits at 1012 George St (6‑0)
• Recommended approval with modified conditions of Blaque‑C Restaurant and Lounge permits for live entertainment and on‑premises alcohol at 600 35th St (6‑0)

City Council Agendas

The Norfolk City Council will vote on an FY2026 appropriations amendment to accept up to $2,014,641 from VDOT and $3,738,859 in local match for the Westminster Avenue reconstruction. Several public hearings will be held on zoning changes for accessory dwelling units, an outdoor recreation facility, and property conveyances. A consent agenda includes conditional use permits for short‑term rentals, a drive‑through, and alcohol sales at specific locations.

• R-6: Ordinance amending FY2026 appropriations to accept a $2,014,641 VDOT grant and $3,738,859 local match for the Westminster Avenue Reconstruction Revenue Sharing Project.
• PH-1: Public hearing to amend Table 3.2.12 and Section 4.3.3.E of the Norfolk Zoning Ordinance to modify regulations for accessory dwelling units.
• PH-2: Public hearing to amend Table 3.5.7 and Section 4.2.3.F(4) to allow an outdoor recreation facility by conditional use permit in the I‑L (Industrial‑Light) zoning district.
• C-1: Ordinance granting a conditional use permit for a short‑term rental unit at 9615 7th Bay Street.
• C-5: Ordinance granting conditional use permits to authorize on‑ and off‑premises alcohol sales at a restaurant at 1153 West Ocean View Avenue.

The City Council unanimously adopted an ordinance to transfer the parcel at 801 Summit Avenue to Virginia Whitehurst for $1,500. It also approved a similar conveyance of 2661 Chesapeake Boulevard to Keiko Nevers for $1,000, and adopted a closed‑session resolution. Additional actions included excusing Councilwoman Mamie Johnson, approving the previous meeting minutes, and scheduling several public hearings.

• Adopted ordinance conveying 801 Summit Avenue to Virginia Whitehurst for $1,500 (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance conveying 2661 Chesapeake Boulevard to Keiko Nevers for $1,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted closed‑session resolution (unanimous)
• Adopted motion to excuse Councilwoman Mamie Johnson (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the previous City Council meeting (unanimous)
• Scheduled PH‑1 public hearing on ADU zoning amendment
• Scheduled PH‑2 public hearing on outdoor recreation facility CUP
• Scheduled PH‑3 public hearing on general‑obligation notes ordinance

Architectural Review Board

The Norfolk Architectural Review Board will consider two applications to replace deteriorating windows at Sacred Heart Catholic Church and a private residence. The board will also discuss a historic marker for Attucks Theatre and review design guidelines.

• Sacred Heart Catholic Church: Replace 15 windows at 520 Graydon Avenue
• 423 W York Street: Replace four windows in West Freemason Historic District
• Attucks Theatre: Install sign and historic marker at 1010 Church Street
• Review design guidelines for Historic Districts
• Move October meetings to City Council Chamber on 11th floor

City Planning Commission Public Hearings

The Norfolk City Planning Commission will hear a presentation on the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area Program. It will preview the public hearing scheduled for September 25, 2025, and consider a consent agenda. The meeting also includes director comments on council actions and retreat topics, followed by a schedule of upcoming meetings.

• Presentation: Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area Program by Seamus McCarthy, Environmental Services Manager
• Preview of the September 25, 2025 public hearing
• Consideration of a consent agenda
• Director’s comments on council actions and planning commission retreat topics
• Future meeting schedule: Sep 25 (regular and public hearing), Oct 2 (retreat), Oct 9 (field trip and regular meeting)

City Council Agendas

The Norfolk City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on issuing up to $225 million in general obligation bonds to fund capital improvement projects. The meeting also includes approving minutes, a closed session resolution, and several ordinances for refunds and grant appropriations.

• Public hearing on $225M general obligation bonds
• Ordinance authorizing $300M bond refunding
• Ordinance accepting $150K grant for disability support coordinators
• Ordinance accepting $45K grant for police first aid kits
• Ordinance accepting $121K grant for medical assistance renewals

The City Council adopted an ordinance authorizing the issuance and sale of up to $300 M in general‑obligation refunding bonds. It also approved a public hearing to authorize up to $225 M in general‑obligation bonds for the Capital Improvement Program. Several grant‑appropriation ordinances and utility easement and refund ordinances were also passed unanimously.

• Approved ordinance authorizing issuance and sale of up to $300 M refunding bonds (unanimous)
• Approved public hearing authorizing issuance and sale of up to $225 M capital improvement bonds (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance granting Vincent Hodges encroachment for Berkley Historical Society (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance accepting utility easement at 1205 N. Military Highway (unanimous)
• Approved refunds to Louise W. Eggleston Center, Securitas Technology Corp, Norfolk Facility Operations LLC, Direct ChassisLink, Inc (unanimous)
• Approved FY2026 appropriations amendment to accept $150,000 grant from Virginia Dept. of Behavioral Health (unanimous)
• Approved FY2026 appropriations amendment to accept $14,165,530.50 VDOT transportation revenue sharing allocation (unanimous)
• Approved FY2026 appropriations amendment to accept $1,694,900 VDOT grant for transportation projects (unanimous)

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board is reviewing several Certificates of Appropriateness for property modifications in historic districts. The board will consider requests for signage, window replacements, and landscaping improvements.

• COA #25-44: Install a 4x6 foot flat metal wall sign at 2500 Church Street
• COA #25-74: Replace 17 storm windows and reinstall an original window at 500 Mowbray Arch
• COA #25-75: Replace windows, siding, and install an awning at 710 Graydon Avenue
• COA #25-76: Modify previously approved deck railing at 407 Warren Crescent
• DR #25-78: Recommendation to City Planning Commission to improve Pump Station 129 at 101 Park Avenue

City Planning Commission Public Hearings

The Norfolk City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on nine conditional use permit applications, including banquet halls, restaurants with extended hours, drive-through facilities, and short-term rentals. Commissioners will also vote on repealing the current comprehensive plan and adopting a new one, plus three zoning ordinance amendments.

• Conditional Use Permit for banquet hall at 3411 Sewells Point Road
• Conditional Use Permits for restaurant with live entertainment, extended hours, and alcohol sales at 4300 Colley Avenue
• Drive-through facility permit for The Shops at Salt Ov at 7911 Shore Drive
• Motion to repeal plaNorfolk2030 and adopt NFK2050 as new Comprehensive Plan
• Zoning ordinance amendments for self-storage, commercial form standards, and Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area Overlay

The commission approved four Architecture Review Board design applications, all by a 7‑0 vote. It also approved several conditional use permits, including two short‑term rental renewals and a banquet hall request that was denied 6‑1. Additionally, the body initiated a motion to replace the city’s comprehensive plan and began a zoning amendment for self‑service storage units, both by unanimous vote.

• Approved 450 Saint Paul’s Boulevard parking lot design review (7‑0)
• Approved 7915 Shore Drive new commercial building design review (7‑0)
• Approved 757 CONTRACTING conditional use permit for narrow lot (7‑0)
• Approved Valerie Taylor short‑term rental renewal at 8421 Nathan Ave (7‑0)
• Approved Matthew Scornavacchi short‑term rental permit at 9615 7th Bay St (7‑0)
• Denied Michael Heard banquet hall permit at 3411 Sewells Point Rd (6‑1)
• Initiated repeal of plaNorfolk2030 and adoption of NFK2050 comprehensive plan (7‑0)
• Initiated zoning amendment to require self‑service storage units by C.U.P. (7‑0)

City Council Agendas

The City Council will discuss the final design and construction of a replacement Maury High School. The meeting includes public hearings on several property sales and zoning amendments, as well as various grant appropriations for transportation and emergency management.

• Agreement with Heartland Construction, Inc. for replacement Maury High School
• Sale of 711 & 713 Thayor Street to Foreman Services, LLC for $72,000.00
• Appropriation of up to $15,450,321 VDOT grant for Virginia Beach Boulevard widening
• Zoning amendment to reduce minimum lot area/width for small vehicle repair and sales
• Request for up to $8,489,826 in VDOT Transportation Alternatives Projects funding

The City Council did not vote on any of the presented proposals. The City Planning Commission gave unanimous or majority recommendations on several zoning text amendments, conditional use permits, and an accessory dwelling unit amendment. A motion to hold a closed session was approved. No other formal council actions were recorded.

• Closed session motion approved

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board is considering a recommendation for the construction of a community stage at 2350 Berkley Avenue. The board will also hold a work session regarding design guideline updates for alternative materials.

• DR #25-73: Proposed 2,000 square-foot open-air performance area and 600 square-foot elevated stage at 2350 Berkley Avenue
• Discussion of Norfolk Cultural and Convention Center Nomination
• Design Guideline Update Work Session regarding Alternative Materials

Architectural Review Board

The Architectural Review Board is reviewing several design and appropriateness applications, including a new commercial building and parking lot expansions. The board will also consider recommendations for the City Planning Commission regarding residential and dining site plans.

• Design review for a 6,275 square-foot commercial building with a drive-thru for Tim Hortons and Five Guys at 7915 Shore Drive
• Parking lot expansion at 450 Saint Paul’s Boulevard to create 14 new spaces, including 8 for Hampton Roads Transit
• Request to enlarge two rear windows at 433 Granby Street
• Design review for on-street dining at 345 Granby Street
• National Register Nomination for the Norfolk Cultural and Convention Center

City Planning Commission Public Hearings

The City Planning Commission will meet to conduct a public hearing preview and discuss director's comments on council actions. The agenda consists of procedural items and the establishment of a future meeting schedule.

• Public Hearing Preview on July 24, 2025
• Discussion of Council Actions

City Council Agendas

The City Council will hold public hearings on several city-owned property sales and a voting precinct change. The body is also deciding on conditional use permits for short-term rentals and alcohol sales, as well as a construction agreement for a replacement Maury High School.

• Agreement with Heartland Construction, Inc. for the design and construction of a replacement Maury High School
• Sale of city property at 3575 Mississippi Avenue, 850 Lexington Street, 400 Middlesex Street, and 3430 Westminster Avenue
• Relocation of the Larchmont Library Precinct voting place to Larchmont United Methodist Church at 1101 Jamestown Crescent
• Appropriation of up to $398,459 in grant funds for bonuses to constitutional officers and election employees
• Acquisition of easements in the City of Suffolk for the Commonwealth Railway Project for $10,000

The City Council adopted a resolution to hold a closed session, approved remote participation for Vice‑Mayor Martin A. Thomas, Jr. and Councilmember Carlos J. Clanton, and unanimously passed an ordinance changing the name of the Larchmont Library Precinct to Larchmont UMC Precinct. All votes were recorded as unanimous with no dissenting votes.

• Approved remote participation for Vice‑Mayor Martin A. Thomas, Jr. (unanimous)
• Approved remote participation for Councilmember Carlos J. Clanton (unanimous)
• Adopted closed‑session resolution (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance renaming Larchmont Library Precinct to Larchmont UMC Precinct (unanimous)

City Council Agendas

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the sale of four city-owned properties. The body will also consider ordinances related to business encroachments, outdoor dining permits, and railroad crossing maintenance.

• Proposed sale of 421 and 601 W. 26th Street, ES Davidson Street, and 3531 Norway Place
• Expenditure of up to $39,500.00 for railroad gate crossing equipment at Pritchard Street and Almeda Avenue
• Encroachment ordinance for a wall-mounted sign at 804 Granby Street
• Outdoor dining permit amendment for Grace O’Malley’s Irish Pub & Restaurant at 207 Granby Street
• Appointment and reappointment of 31 members to 4 Commissions and 10 Boards

The council received a presentation on the tentative master‑plan schedule for Calvert Square and Young Terrace and an overview of a resident‑needs survey. A briefing introduced Gilbane Development Company as the candidate for master developer selection. Public‑safety officials presented crime trends, staffing data and new police department initiatives. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

City Council Agendas

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The City Council adopted the minutes from the previous meeting and a closed‑session resolution unanimously. A ceremonial resolution honoring Dr. Sharon I. Byrdsong was also adopted. The council unanimously approved four ordinances: amendment of multiple‑use tables in the zoning ordinance, rezoning of 1485 Johnstons Road, a conditional use permit for a child day‑care center at that site, and a lease agreement with Verizon Virginia, LLC for land at Fairlawn Elementary School.

• Adopted previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted closed‑session resolution (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution honoring Dr. Sharon I. Byrdsong (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 50008 to amend multiple‑use tables in the zoning ordinance (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 50009 to rezone 1485 Johnstons Road from Institutional to Conditional MF‑NS (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 50010 to grant a conditional use permit for a child day‑care center at 1485 Johnstons Road (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 50011 to approve a lease agreement with Verizon Virginia, LLC for a parcel at Fairlawn Elementary School (unanimous)

City Council Agendas

The City Council will hold a public hearing on rezoning two tracts of land west of Tidewater Drive and south of Brambleton Avenue. The body is also deciding on several conditional use permits for restaurants and short-term rentals, as well as property acquisitions for city projects.

• Rezoning of land west of Tidewater Drive and south of Brambleton Avenue to Open Space and Preservation District
• Conditional Use Permits for six McDonald's locations including 1632 East Little Creek Road and 4125 Granby Street
• Acquisition of property in St. Paul's Project Area for the Blue-Greenway Project
• Dissolution of the Broad Creek Renaissance District Tax Increment Financing Fund
• Conditional Use Permits for short-term rentals at 810 West Ocean View Avenue and 1619 Lafayette Boulevard

The City Council adopted a resolution allowing Councilwoman Courtney R. Doyle to participate in meetings via electronic communication. The resolution passed with all members voting yes and no opposition. The council also unanimously approved the minutes of the previous meeting and a closed‑session resolution.

• Approved remote participation resolution (unanimous)
• Adopted previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted closed‑session resolution (unanimous)

City Council Agendas

The City Council will hold public hearings on a lease agreement for the Harrison Opera House and a utility easement at 225 West Olney Road. The body will also discuss regulations for the Norfolk Harborfest 2025 celebration and various conditional use permits for short-term rentals and businesses.

• Lease agreement with Virginia Opera Association, Inc. for Harrison Opera House and adjacent office space at 160 W. Virginia Beach Boulevard
• Ordinances establishing a 'Festival Area' and closing city-owned docks for Norfolk Harborfest 2025
• Appropriation of up to $69,698 in grant funds for the Norfolk Community Services Board data modernization program
• Conditional use permits for five McDonald's locations and one 7Brew location
• Vacation rental conditional use permits for 12 different properties

The council heard a presentation on the upcoming Sail250 Virginia event and its schedule, projected visitors, and budget. An update on the Coastal Storm Risk Management project was provided, outlining design phases and upcoming charrettes. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

City Council Agendas

The City Council will hold a work session on recreation and planning updates, followed by a regular meeting with public hearings on short-term leases for Purpose Park and Huntersville Multipurpose Center. Key regular agenda items include adopting the FY2026 annual budget and capital improvement plan (CIP), maintaining the real estate tax rate at $1.23 per $100 assessed value, increasing the refuse collection fee to $402.12 per dwelling unit, and amending parking rates and discounts. The council will also vote on creating new city departments, dissolving the Broad Creek TIF district, and accepting grant funds for schools.

• Adoption of FY2026 annual budget and $260.2 million Capital Improvement Plan, with bond issuance of $180.5 million
• Maintenance of real estate tax rate at $1.23 per $100 assessed value; increase of refuse collection fee to $402.12 per dwelling unit
• Public hearing and vote on short-term lease for H.O.P.E. Foundation health fair at 801 Church Street (Purpose Park)
• Ordinance amending parking rates: free two hours in off-street facilities, adjusted hourly rates, and student discounts in Central Business District
• Creation of Department of Military and Community Affairs, Office of Citizen Services, and Office of Norfolk Arts

The council voted to adopt a zoning text amendment that permits tattoo parlors, artisanal production, and electric‑vehicle charging stations by‑right in designated districts. The Planning Commission had recommended approval of all eight tattoo‑parlor applications, and the council confirmed that recommendation. No vote count was recorded in the minutes.

• Approved zoning text amendment allowing tattoo parlors, artisanal production, and EV charging stations by‑right

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The City Council will hold public hearings on amending zoning ordinances for accessory dwelling units and the use of kennels in specific commercial overlay districts. The body will also discuss the city budget and consider several grant-funded projects and lease agreements.

• Public hearing to allow kennels as accessory use in PCO-21st and Colley-PCO districts
• Public hearing to modify regulations for accessory dwelling units
• Up to $500,000 for the Commercial Corridor Grant Program
• Up to $320,100 VDOT grant for Citywide Signal Retiming Phase 4
• Lease agreement with Truist Bank for an ATM at 810 Union Street

The council heard presentations on tourism performance, upcoming cultural events, and a proposed FY 2026 operating budget and capital improvement plan. Council members asked questions about shuttle service, park events, and public‑safety staffing. No formal motions, approvals, or denials were recorded during the meeting.

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The City Council will hold public hearings on several city-owned property sales and a lease for the Titustown Recreation Center. The body will also decide on conditional use permits for short-term rentals and alcohol sales, as well as grant appropriations for citywide projects.

• Sale of city property at 1311 Reservoir Avenue, 1313 Reservoir Avenue, 1530 Dungee Street, 2334 Barraud Avenue, and 851 Johnson Avenue
• Lease agreement with Norfolk Senior Center T/A Primeplus for 7545 Diven Street
• Appropriation of $320,100 VDOT grant for Citywide Signal Retiming Phase 4
• Appropriation of $300,000 grant for Meadow Lake Improvements Project
• Payment of $67,500 for lease termination with Urban League of Hampton Roads, Inc. at 7300 Newport Avenue

The City Council adopted the minutes from the previous meeting and a resolution to hold a closed session, both unanimously. It also approved the terms and conditions of a lease with the Norfolk Senior Center (Ordinance No. 49912) for premises at 7545 Diven Street, authorizing execution of the lease agreement.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted closed session resolution per Virginia FOIA (unanimous)
• Approved lease with Norfolk Senior Center at 7545 Diven Street (Ordinance 49912) (unanimous)

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The council begins with a work session including a closed session for contract, real estate, and appointments, followed by the city manager's proposed budget presentation. The regular evening meeting features public hearings on a purchase and development agreement for 2.28 acres, a zoning ordinance cleanup, and a lease at 1311 Bayville Street. The council also votes on conditional use permits for a short-term rental, an alcohol license, and a Chick-fil-A drive-through, as well as a multi-family dwelling project, budget adjustments including a $1 million transfer for recycling costs, and a resolution urging school consolidation.

• Public hearing on sale of 2.28 acres to Pathway Realty Group and Franklin Group
• Zoning ordinance amendment to correct inconsistencies and fix clerical errors
• Conditional use permit for multi-family dwellings on Monticello Ave, E. 26th St, Armistead Ave, Church St, E. 27th St
• Reappropriation of $1,000,000 from debt service to waste management fund for recycling
• Resolution requesting school board to prioritize school consolidation

The council unanimously approved the previous meeting minutes and entered a closed session. It approved a purchase and development agreement for 2.28 acres (7‑1 vote) and adopted a zoning amendment to clarify ground‑floor uses, signage, and parking standards. Several conditional‑use and encroachment ordinances (C‑1 through C‑6) were adopted unanimously, and $1 million was reappropriated from the General Fund debt service to the Waste Management Fund for recycling costs. Additional actions included approving grant appropriations of $27,500 and $150,000, and a resolution urging the school board to prioritize school consolidation.

• Approved purchase & development agreement for 2.28 acres (Ordinance No. 49895) – Adopted 7‑1
• Adopted zoning amendment to define ground‑floor uses, signage, parking standards (Ordinance No. 49896) – Adopted unanimously
• Approved lease agreement for 1311 Bayville Street (Ordinance No. 49897) – Adopted unanimously
• Adopted multiple conditional‑use and encroachment ordinances (C‑1 to C‑6) – Adopted unanimously
• Reappropriated $1,000,000 from General Fund debt service to Waste Management Fund for recycling costs (Ordinance No. 49908) – Adopted unanimously
• Approved grant appropriation of $27,500 for Crisis Intervention Team training (Ordinance No. 49909) – Adopted unanimously
• Approved grant appropriation of $150,000 for MAT Expansion Project (Ordinance No. 49911) – Adopted unanimously
• Adopted resolution requesting the school board prioritize school consolidation (Resolution No. 1943) – Adopted unanimously

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The council holds a work session on the MEAC conference, city planning, the homeless task force, and the Keep America Beautiful cleanup initiative. During the regular meeting, it will vote on accepting over $15.6 million in VDOT grants for road, bike, and signal projects, grant a natural gas pipeline easement to Columbia Gas, and amend the city's compensation plan.

• Columbia Gas Transmission, LLC granted a 40-year easement and construction easement for a new natural gas pipeline across city property in Suffolk
• Acceptance of $519,750 from VDEM for a critical facility generator at Norfolk Public Schools Nutrition Program Services
• Multiple VDOT grants totaling $15.7M for intersection improvements (Chesapeake Blvd, Hampton Blvd, Tidewater Drive), resurfacing (26th/27th St, Hampton Blvd), bike lanes (Southside Bike Lane Network), and traffic signal upgrades
• Amendment to the FY2025 Compensation Plan to add or modify job classifications, signing bonuses, and CDL supplements
• Right-of-entry granted to H.O.P.E. Foundation for a community day event at 801 Church Street

The Norfolk City Council unanimously approved 16 VDOT grant ordinances totaling over $15 million for transportation projects including road resurfacing, intersection improvements, bike lanes, and traffic signal upgrades. The council also approved a zoning text amendment cleanup, a compensation plan update, and several other routine items. A proposal to allow Oculus Rail to install rail sensors in the right-of-way was continued to March 25.

• Approved 16 VDOT grant ordinances for transportation projects (unanimous)
• Approved zoning text amendment cleanup (unanimous)
• Approved compensation plan amendments (unanimous)
• Approved Columbia Gas pipeline easements (unanimous)
• Approved right of entry for Lake Lawson dredging (unanimous)
• Approved MEAC banner encroachment (unanimous)
• Continued Oculus Rail sensor encroachment to March 25 (unanimous)
• Approved closed session resolution (unanimous)

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The City Council will hold public hearings on a lease amendment at 280 Park Avenue, a zoning change for short-term rentals, and a rezoning request at 1421 Kempsville Road. The body will also consider several revenue bonds and grant fund appropriations.

• Issuance of up to $17,000,000 in Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds for Sykes Apartments, L.P.
• Issuance of up to $14,000,000 in Revenue Bonds for the Barry Art Museum expansion at Old Dominion University
• Public hearing to remove short-term rentals as a permitted use in West Freemason Historic and Cultural Conservation districts
• Public hearing to rezone 1421 Kempsville Road from SF-6 to Conditional C-C
• Appropriation of up to $83,200 in grant funds for the Norfolk Community Services Board

The Norfolk City Council received annual reports from the Tree Commission and Police Department, and an update on the New Maury High School project. The council unanimously approved several items, including a third lease amendment with Amtrak, a zoning text amendment removing short-term rentals from the West Freemason Historic District, a conditional rezoning at 1421 Kempsville Road, and resolutions authorizing up to $17 million in housing revenue bonds for Sykes Apartments and up to $14 million in bonds for the Barry Art Museum expansion. The council also continued a natural gas pipeline easement ordinance to March 4, 2025, and entered a closed session for legal consultation.

• Approved third lease amendment with Amtrak for property at 280 Park Avenue (unanimous)
• Adopted zoning text amendment removing short-term rentals from West Freemason Historic District (unanimous)
• Approved conditional rezoning at 1421 Kempsville Road from SF-6 to Conditional C-C (unanimous)
• Authorized up to $17M multifamily housing revenue bonds for Sykes Apartments (unanimous)
• Authorized up to $14M revenue bonds for Barry Art Museum expansion (unanimous)
• Continued natural gas pipeline easement ordinance to March 4, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved closed session resolution for legal consultation (unanimous)

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The Council will hold a work session on library board update, NRHA and EDA bond issuances, and city planning, followed by a closed session on property disposition. At the regular meeting, the Council will consider a consent agenda with 18 items including conditional use permits for short-term rentals, restaurants, a banquet hall, a conference center, an adult day care, and a historic building renovation. The regular agenda includes a resolution to initiate vacation of a public right-of-way at 253 Grace Street, an ordinance to reschedule the April 22 meeting, amendments to the Council's rules of procedure, and appointments to boards and commissions.

• Conditional use permit for 'Luce' restaurant with extended hours and alcohol sales at 245 Granby Street
• Conditional use permits for short-term rentals at 11 locations (e.g., 801 Colonial, 6227 Edward, 9537 19th Bay)
• Conditional use permit for 'Silver Care Dementia Center' adult day care at 745 Bancker Road
• Conditional use permit for 'Assembly' conference center/banquet hall with live entertainment at 400 Granby Street
• Amendments to Council Rules of Procedure (Sections 5-1, 5-2, 5-3, 5-4)

The Norfolk City Council approved the issuance of up to $17M in revenue bonds for the renovation of the 84-unit Sykes Mid-Rise Apartments, a public housing complex for elderly and disabled residents. The project, totaling $29M, will convert the property to project-based Section 8 through the RAD program and includes temporary relocation of residents. The council also denied a conditional use permit for a vacation rental at 6227 Edward Street (0-8) and continued a banquet hall permit for 'For Creatives' at 255 Granby Street (7-1).

• Approved $17M bond issuance for Sykes Apartments renovation (unanimous)
• Denied vacation rental CUP at 6227 Edward Street (0-8)
• Continued 'For Creatives' banquet hall CUP at 255 Granby Street (7-1)
• Approved vacation rental CUPs at 9507 19th Bay St, 9613 9th Bay St, 6309 Tidewater Dr, 9555 20th Bay St, 9537 19th Bay St (unanimous)
• Approved homestay CUPs at 801 Colonial Ave and 3901 East Ocean View Ave (unanimous)
• Approved CUP for 'Assembly' at 400 Granby St and 'Luce' at 245 Granby St (unanimous)
• Approved development certificate for Rosna Theater conversion at 626-628 35th St (unanimous)
• Approved ordinance to cancel April 22 meeting and reschedule to April 29 (unanimous)

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The City Council will hold public hearings on zoning amendments for commercial properties over 30,000 square feet and a building renovation at 119 East Princess Anne Road. The body will also vote on property acquisitions, cruise ship agreements, and a $1 million grant for firearms violence prevention.

• Proposed requirement for Conditional Use Permits for commercial properties over 30,000 sq ft in C-C or C-R districts
• Public hearing for building renovation at 119 East Princess Anne Road
• Appropriation of up to $1,000,000 grant from Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services for firearms violence prevention
• First Amendment to Cruise Ship Operating Agreement with Carnival Cruise Line
• Purchase and sale agreements for properties at 701 Monticello Avenue and parcels on Granby Street and Monticello Avenue

The Norfolk City Council adopted a zoning ordinance requiring a conditional use permit for development or substantial improvement of structures larger than 30,000 square feet in C-C and C-R districts, and for establishing uses in vacant single-tenant spaces of that size. The council also approved an amended development certificate for 119 E. Princess Anne Road (5-3), denied a short-term rental permit for 2413 Masi Street (0-8), and adopted an ordinance for seizure of unlawfully operated ATVs and off-road motorcycles (7-1).

• Adopted zoning amendment requiring conditional use permits for large commercial spaces (unanimous)
• Approved amended development certificate for 119 E. Princess Anne Road (5-3)
• Denied short-term rental conditional use permit at 2413 Masi Street (0-8)
• Adopted ordinance for seizure of unlawfully operated ATVs and off-road motorcycles (7-1)
• Continued Carnival Cruise Line agreement amendment (unanimous)
• Approved first amendments to purchase agreements for properties on Granby Street and Monticello Avenue (unanimous)
• Accepted $1M grant for violence intervention (unanimous)
• Approved appointments to commissions and board (unanimous)

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The City Council will hold a work session with briefings from Norfolk International Airport, City Planning, and the Department of Public Health, followed by a closed session for property, legal matters, and appointments. At the regular meeting, the council will consider consent and regular agenda items, including ordinances for a conditional use permit for multi-family dwellings at 7950 Shore Drive, a restaurant expansion at 250 Granby Street, and a new ordinance allowing seizure of unlawfully operated ATVs and off-road motorcycles. Regular agenda items include accepting grant funds for behavioral health workforce and substance use treatment, amending the Hampton Boulevard capital improvement plan, and approving a performance agreement with Bauer Compressors, Inc. for economic development.

• Ordinance to allow seizure and impoundment of unlawfully operated ATVs and off-road motorcycles (C-6)
• Conditional use permit for multi-family dwellings at 7950 Shore Drive (C-2)
• Ordinance accepting $152,280.85 grant from Virginia DBHDS for Community Services Board workforce (R-1)
• Ordinance accepting $155,321.55 grant for substance use treatment expansion (R-2)
• Performance agreement with Bauer Compressors, Inc. and $50,000 grant from VEDP for economic development (R-4, R-5)

The Norfolk City Council met on January 14, 2025, receiving briefings from the Norfolk International Airport and the Department of Public Health. The council approved several consent agenda items, including a conditional use permit for multi-family dwellings at 7950 Shore Drive and grant funds for the Community Services Board. Two items were continued: a restaurant permit for Hair of the Dog Eatery and an ordinance on ATV seizure. The council also entered a closed session.

• Approved conditional use permit for multi-family dwellings at 7950 Shore Drive (unanimous)
• Approved grant funds up to $152,280.85 for Community Services Board workforce (unanimous)
• Approved grant funds up to $155,321.55 for substance use treatment (unanimous)
• Approved $50,000 grant from VEDP for Bauer Compressors performance agreement (unanimous)
• Continued ordinance for Hair of the Dog Eatery outdoor dining (unanimous)
• Continued ordinance on ATV seizure and impoundment (unanimous)
• Approved closed session resolution (unanimous)

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This is a special meeting called by the mayor for an organizational meeting of the Norfolk City Council. The agenda contains no items for decision or discussion; it is purely procedural.

The Norfolk City Council unanimously adopted Resolution No. 1933, electing Martin A. Thomas Jr. to serve as vice mayor from January 7, 2025, until December 31, 2026. The vote was unanimous with all eight members present voting in favor. No other substantive decisions were made at this meeting.

• Adopted Resolution No. 1933 electing Martin A. Thomas Jr. as vice mayor (unanimous)