Planning Commission Public Hearing, 3/11/2026

The City of Virginia Beach Planning Commission held a public hearing on March 11, 2026, addressing multiple planning and zoning matters. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of modifications to proffers for a major VA outpatient treatment facility and associated retail development, with detailed traffic impact analyses and infrastructure improvements such as new traffic signals and multi-use paths. The commission also considered amendments to the zoning ordinance regarding rolloff container regulations in residential districts, extending allowable durations and enforcement provisions. A significant agenda item was the proposed removal of the Nummo Church Historic and Cultural District overlay, which sparked extensive public testimony and debate over historic preservation versus economic viability and maintenance costs. The commission ultimately recommended denial of the removal ordinance. Additionally, the commission adopted the Imagine VB2040 comprehensive plan and related zoning text amendments, incorporating public input and planning for future growth, housing attainability, and transportation integration. Motions were passed to approve various conditional use permits, rezonings, and alternative compliance requests, many placed on the consent agenda. The meeting concluded with a closed session on security matters.