The Downtown Districts are intended to protect and enhance the unique land use opportunities and relationships in downtown Norfolk as the business and cultural center of the city and region. No building or structure shall be located, constructed or enlarged within the Downtown districts until the City Council has approved a Downtown Development Certificate.

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

Contact:
Bureau of Development Services
Telephone: (757) 664-4752
Facsimile: (757) 441-1569
mailto:anne.guthrie@norfolk.gov

Requirements:

• A pre-application meeting should be held to discuss the requirements for the Certificate
• Applicant's name and address and interest in property
• Owner's name and address and a signed consent to the filing of the application
• Names and addresses of all professional consultants advising the applicant with respect to the proposed development
• Street address and legal description of the property
• Zoning classification and present use of the property
• Site plan and elevations drawn to scale

Procedure:

• Upon receipt of a complete application, staff makes a recommendation to the City Planning Commission.
• The Planning Commission makes a recommendation to City Council.
• City Council hears the request and if the application is approved, an Ordinance approving the Downtown Development Certificate is adopted.

Time Frame:
2 to 2 ½ months

Fees:
None

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