Statutory References: What Localities and PDCs Need to Know
Below are the various Code of Virginia statutory references for all enabled Planning and Zoning authorities (mandatory and permissive) that local governments and PDCs should reference when preparing to review or update their local Comprehensive Plan, other related policy documents, and local ordinances to implement any updated adopted plans.
It is important for localities to keep their local Comprehensive Plan, other related policy documents, and local codes updated as per this guidance. This page will be periodically updated, as needed, to reflect new or amended statutes following each General Assembly session.
Statutory References & Guidance:
For questions regarding statutory provisions or technical assistance with local Comprehensive Plan updates, please contact ccrminfo@vims.edu.