Frequently Asked Questions

A Conditional Use Permit (CUP) is a permit to allow a use on property that requires additional review to ensure it is appropriate at the site proposed.

Each zoning district contains a Table of Uses which indicates if a use is permitted (P), requires a Conditional Use Permit (C) or may require a Conditional Use Permit under certain circumstances (P/C).

https://www.norfolkva.gov/norfolkzoningordinance/

Applicants must submit an application for a CUP to the Planning Department.  Applications are then considered at a public hearing before the City Planning Commission (CPC), which makes a recommendation for consideration by the City Council.

The typical CUP request takes 2-3 months to complete the process from beginning to end.  This may vary, however, as some items may require additional time to process or review prior to CPC consideration.  

Conditional use permit applications are available at: 

https://www.norfolk.gov/831/Applications-Forms

The application fee is $1,080.00.

Questions regarding the conditional use permit process?  Please contact the Norfolk Department of City Planning at: 

(757) 664-4752 or email at: planning@norfolk.gov.