Cape Charles Planning Commission Joint Work Session with Town Council June 4th

Cape Charles, Va-The Cape Charles Planning Commission and Town Council are set to convene for a joint work session on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. The primary focus of this meeting will be the initial discussion on Section 13 of the Sign Ordinance, specifically addressing Heavy and Light Industrial District Signs.

 Agenda Highlights

Sign Ordinance Discussion

The session will start with a detailed examination of Section 13 of the Sign Ordinance. This section pertains to the regulations for signage within heavy and light industrial districts, aiming to ensure clarity, consistency, and appropriateness of signage in these areas.

Planning & Zoning Administrator Updates

The Planning & Zoning Administrator has been actively working on several critical items, providing updates and preparing necessary documentation for the upcoming joint session:

Subdivision Plat Review

There are ongoing reviews with the Virginia Department of Transportation (VAW) concerning subdivision plats for Bay Creek Village F-1 and the Washington Avenue – Dreams by the Water subdivision. Additionally, the Taylor Bank Site Plan and several residential building permit applications are in transition.

Agenda Packet and Zoning Map

The agenda packet for the joint work session, finalized and posted on May 25, 2024, includes proposed zoning ordinance amendments. The updated zoning map now reflects all changes made in 2023, including subdivision names and roads, and has been distributed for display and website updates.

Coastal Sand Dunes Permits

Staff from the Virginia Marine Resource Commission (VMRC) conducted site visits to review two permits issued by the Town relative to coastal sand dunes. The Town has been requested to re-issue a permit at 107 Sunset Blvd as an Exemption Approval Letter. Additionally, VMRC is reviewing an application for a storage unit placement at the southern beach area off the dunes for consistency with the Coastal Sand Dunes Act.

Chesapeake Bay Preservation Act Compliance

The Town received notification from the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) regarding its compliance with the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Act. As part of the review process, the Town will undergo a compliance review, with the first meeting scheduled for June 21, 2024. Preparations are underway to compile all necessary documentation for this review.

For more details on the agenda and ongoing projects, visit www.capecharles.org/planning-commission.