CAPE CHARLES, Va. — The Cape Charles Town Council and Planning Commission convened for a joint work session to review and discuss several key updates to the town’s zoning ordinances. The session included a staff report by Katie Nunez, focusing on new sections drafted as a result of prior work sessions.
Order of Business:
a. Staff Report – Draft Zoning Ordinance Review
- Proposed Revisions to Sign Ordinance: Review of updated regulations regarding signage within the town.
- Industrial Zoning Districts & Harbor-related Districts Revision & Zoning Map Amendments: Consideration of changes to industrial and harbor-related zoning districts, including amendments to the zoning map.
- Definitions: No changes proposed; review of current definitions.
Items Still Not Finalized for Board Review:
- Chesapeake Bay Preservation Act Revisions: Katie Nunez will meet with state staff in June 2024 to review the town’s current ordinance in light of new state requirements.
- Updated Redline Document of Entire Zoning Ordinance: A comprehensive document highlighting all proposed changes.
- Tracking Chart of All Changes in Proposed Zoning Ordinance: A detailed chart to track revisions.
b. Discussion of Future Meeting Schedule: The session also included planning future meetings to continue addressing these important updates.

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