The Rezoning Process
The Rezoning process generally takes 90 days or more depending on when the official application is filed and the scope of the proposed development. During this process, the request is presented to the Planning Commission for a recommendation and to the Board of Supervisors for final action. Each body meets separately and each holds a public hearing where you or your representative must be present. Upon application, the Zoning Administrator will advise you of your scheduled meeting dates and times. The Board of Supervisors may make a final decision immediately following the public hearing; however, they have up to 12 months to act on a rezoning request.
For new commercial construction of 5,000 square feet or greater, or for proposed subdivisions with 31 lots or more, a review of the development is required by the Project Evaluation Committee (PEC). This review will take place prior to the Planning Commission meeting.
PEC Application Fee: $100
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First Steps
Before deciding to file a rezoning application, compile the following information:
- Current Zoning
- Current Property Owner
- Intended use of the property
- Location and use of existing buildings on site
- Location and size of proposed buildings on site
- Available utilities
- Entrance approval from VDOT
- Traffic study from VDOT or Campbell County (if required)
- Use of surrounding properties
A pre-application meeting with the Zoning Administrator is highly encouraged. During this meeting it will be determined what zoning designation may be appropriate for the intended use of the property. Also to be discussed are review processes, required documents, and the number of site plans and/or plats necessary to file the official application.
What's Needed
The pre-application meeting can be arranged by contacting the Zoning Office at (434) 332-9597.
Prior to an official application to rezone the following submittals are required:
Site Plan and/or Subdivision Plat
This must be prepared by a licensed engineer, architect, or surveyor and must have the licensee’s seal and signature, or must be clearly marked “Preliminary.” All copies are required at the time of application (number of copies are determined by the Zoning Administrator – see Rezoning Application Materials for more information).
Narrative
This is a typed document that states the reason you are requesting to rezone and other specifics about your request.
Letter of Consent
If you are not the property owner you must have a letter, signed by the current property owner, giving you permission to act as his or her Agent.
Application Fee
$ 300
Proffered Conditions
Proffered conditions are usually exclusions of some uses permitted by right or by special use permit in the proposed zoning district. They can also include more stringent setbacks and buffer-ing, the mandatory use of public utilities, or additional landscaping. Should the applicant de-sire to submit proffered conditions the proffers must be in writing, signed by all current property owners, and submitted prior to the start of the public hearing.
Once the site plan and/or plat has been prepared, all required copies have been obtained, and all other required documentation is gathered, an appointment with the Zoning Administrator is required to file the official rezoning application. This appointment can be made by calling the Zoning Office.
Rezoning Application Materials
New Commercial Construction (4,999 square feet or less)
- 22 site plans
- Narrative
- Proffers (if applicable)
- Letter of Consent (if applicable)
- $300
New Commercial Construction (5,000 square feet or more)
- 42 site plans
- Narrative
- Proffers (if applicable)
- Letter of Consent (if applicable)
- Completed PEC Application
- $400
Residential Subdivision (30 lots or less)
- 26 plats
- Narrative
- Proffers (if applicable)
- Letter of Consent (if applicable)
- $300
Residential Subdivision (31 lots or more)
- 46 plats
- Narrative
- Proffers (if applicable)
- Letter of Consent (if applicable)
- Completed PEC Application
- $400