Cape Charles Planning and Zoning Department Updates

CAPE CHARLES, Va. — The Cape Charles Planning and Zoning Department has announced several key updates, including upcoming meetings and project reviews, according to the Planning and Zoning Administrator.

Historic District Review Board

The Historic District Review Board will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. to review Certificate of Appropriateness applications for several properties within the Historic District:

• 526 Tazewell Avenue: The homeowner seeks approval to remove the wood fascia and trim from the bay window and replace it with AZEK, a durable composite material, on their two-story single-family dwelling.
• 128 Peach Street: A request has been submitted to replace the front porch’s wood balustrades with new composite balustrades on a two-story single-family home.
• Randolph Avenue (Tax Map #83A3-1-584): An application has been submitted to construct a new 1,131-square-foot, two-story single-family dwelling on the vacant lot.
• Monroe Avenue (Tax Map #83A3-1-418): Plans for a new 1,218-square-foot, two-story single-family dwelling are also under review.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission has a packed agenda for the coming months, including:

• Regular Meeting on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.: The Commission will continue its review of zoning ordinance amendments, focusing on the new model ordinance for the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Act.
• Special Meeting and Joint Public Hearing with Town Council on Monday, October 21, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.: This meeting will focus on the proposed Short Term Rental zoning ordinance, allowing the public to weigh in on the changes.
• Regular Meeting on Monday, November 18, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.: Further zoning matters will be discussed, with more details to be announced closer to the date.