Zoning Administrator Determinations & Advice

The Code of Virginia empowers the Zoning Administrator to interpret the Zoning Ordinance when there is a need for clarity in the application and administration of zoning regulations; either generally or as applied to a specific property. To this end, the Zoning Administrator issues written determinations and advice memorializing such interpretations and findings of fact.

• Zoning Administrator Determination Request

Determinations

Zoning Determinations are formal decisions by the Zoning Administrator specifically interpreting zoning and/or land use regulations. See below for information on appealing a determination.

Advice

In addition to formal determinations, the Zoning Administrator issues written advice to provide guidance on the policies and practices staff follows in applying specific zoning regulations.

Appealing a Determination

Determinations are appealable to the Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) within 30 days from the date of issuance.