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Building in the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area
Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area Septic Tank Pump Out Program - General
Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area Septic Tank Pump Out Program - Inspections
Commonwealth's Attorney's Office
Community Development Division
Domestic Violence - Cycles of Violence
Fleet Management
Historic Overlay District
Housing / Property Maintenance
Media & Community Relations
Parks & Recreation - Athletics
Parks & Recreation - Entertainer and Vendor Information
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Police - Traffic Crashes
Police - Traffic Enforcement
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Sheriff's Office
Snow Removal
Social Services - Adult Protective Services
Social Services - Adult Services
Social Services - Child Care Services
Social Services - Child Protective Services
Social Services - Community Corrections Program
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Social Services - Medicaid
Social Services - Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
Social Services - Tax Relief Program
State Income Tax
Stormwater Management
Tax Relief for Seniors, the Disabled and Veterans
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Can I have chickens on my property?
Yes, if your property is zoned A, RR and RE, you can have chickens on your property.
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Zoning Administration
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1.
How do I find out what my property is zoned?
You should contact the zoning division at 757-514-4161.
2.
Can I have chickens on my property?
Yes, if your property is zoned A, RR and RE, you can have chickens on your property.
3.
How do I know if my lot is a buildable lot?
Zoning is not able to verify if lots are buildable, but we can advise as to what setbacks are needed to be able to build.
4.
What is the minimum lot size needed for building?
Please see Table 407-1.
5.
Can I park an RV on my property?
A recreation vehicle is permitted to be parked in the driveway or in the back yard of your property. It cannot be utilized for living while it is parked on the property and cannot be parked on a vacant parcel.
6.
Do I need a zoning permit for small sheds and fences?
Yes, all improvements on your property need a zoning permit.
7.
Where on my property can I put a shed?
5 feet side and 5 feet rear of property behind the house (except on a corner lot).
8.
What businesses are permitted in certain zoning districts?
Please see Table 406-1.
9.
Can I have a business or office at my home?
Please refer to the home occupation section of the Zoning Ordinance at 31-707 Home Occupations.
10.
Can I place a temporary storage box or container on my property?
Please see section 31-717 for permits for temporary storage units.
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