Shoreline Protection and Encroachments onto City of Norfolk Reservoir Property

The City of Norfolk owns property around each of the reservoirs and we ask that you not place of anything along the shoreline or in the reservoir.  Items such as grass, leaves and tree limbs don’t protect the shoreline, they add nutrients to the water, contributing to algae growth and potential taste and odor problems with the drinking water. This also creates habitat for muskrats that may burrow under your yard causing other problems.  For more information on protecting the watershed while maintaining your lawn, check out the Watershed Protection page.

If you would like to protect the shoreline next to your property, there is information available to assist you in this effort. The City encourages the use of natural vegetation, but will also allow residents to construct rip rap revetments with the appropriate permits.   All projects that impact City of Norfolk property will require a Landscape Plan.  Details can be found below.

Below are the files that have the information you need to apply for a permit to build on City property.  These files are in Adobe PDF format and suitable for printing.     

• Shoreline Protection Permit Application (updated January 2008)
• Sample Erosion Control Plan and Narrative - Required for all projects
• Landscape Plan and Narrative - Required for all projects
• Rip Rap Plans
• Pier Plans
• Boat Storage Ramp Plans
• City Codes for Encroachments and Boating
• Army Corps of Engineers Joint Permit Application (may be required for your project)

Below are examples of structures built on Norfolk Reservoirs.  Click on the pictures to enlarge.

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