The Board of Zoning Appeals has authority to hear and decide appeals where it is alleged there is an error in any order, requirement, decision or determination made by the Zoning Administrator in the administration or enforcement of the Zoning Ordinance. Any person affected by any decision of the Zoning Administrator is entitled to appeal to the Board of Zoning Appeals. Any person requesting a variance from the provisions of the Zoning Ordinance can also make an application to the Board of Zoning Appeals.

Location:
5^th Floor, Room 508, City Hall Building, Department of Planning, 810 Union Street, Norfolk, VA 23510

Contact:
Bureau of Zoning Services
Telephone: (757) 664-4752
Facsimile: (757) 441-1569
mailto:brenda.jones@norfolk.gov

Requirements:

• A completed application.   (Application and Instructions)
• A check or money order
• A site plan drawn to scale

Procedure:

• Staff receives completed application and places request on Board's agenda.
• The applicant or his representative must be present at the Public Hearing to apprise the Board of information concerning the request.
• The Board renders its decision on the appeal.

Time Frame:
60 days

Fees:
Variances and Appeals $100

Other:
The Board's decision may reverse or affirm, wholly or in part, or may modify the appeal orders requirement, decision or determination. A decision by the Board shall not take affect until 30 days after the date of the hearing to permit an appeal of the Board’s decision.