The completion of the web site for A Pattern Book for Norfolk Neighborhoods signals an important step in the overall refurbishment of many of our older traditional neighborhoods in Norfolk. Norfolk is a “city of plans.” As such, the City of Norfolk has made more than a 30-year commitment to look closely at all of our neighborhoods that have both historical and architectural significance. With that in mind, we have made a substantial investment of public dollars in order to attract private dollars to restore and build new housing in many of our neighborhoods, from Ghent to East Ocean View. The Pattern Book web site will assist many of our homeowners, builders, and communities as they repair, rebuild and expand their houses in maintaining and improving their neighborhoods.