In accordance with Virginia Code § 2.2-3708.2, Virginia
Code § 15.2-1413 and the City’s Continuity of Government Ordinance adopted on
September 15, 2020, and Chapter 1289 of the 2020 Acts of Assembly as amended,
the Virginia Beach Historic Preservation Commission will hold general monthly
meetings, committee meetings and special public meetings by electronic
communication means on the dates and times listed below to discuss and transact
business necessary to continue operations of the public body. The meetings will
be hosted by the Department of Planning and Community Development via Webex.
Members of the public wishing to speak on any agenda item
may do so by registering in advance. They may register by calling Mark
Reed, Historic Preservation Planner at 757-385-8573 up to 30 minutes prior to
the start of the meeting. They should also register for the meeting at the link
listed below that is associated with the meeting of interest.
Executive Committee – Wednesday, January 20, 2021 at
12:00 p.m. – Members of the public wishing to attend the meeting may do so
via Webex and may use this link to access the meeting: https://vbgov.webex.com/vbgov/onstage/g.php?MTID=e43e84b0ea0f77122e5295d3b76984386
Strategic Plan Steering Committee – Friday, January 22,
2021 at 3:00 p.m. – Members of the public wishing to attend the meeting may
do so via Webex and may use this link to access the meeting:
https://vbgov.webex.com/vbgov/onstage/g.php?MTID=ef647e0c73a7421453d3b054e288c738d
The Virginia Beach Historic Preservation Commission was established by City Council in 2008 as an advisory body on issues related to the preservation of historic buildings, structures and sites located in the City of Virginia Beach. Members of the Council-appointed Commission work to preserve, protect and maintain the historic identity of Virginia Beach and the former Princess Anne County. They pursue this through a program of advocacy, public awareness and increased public involvement.
The Historic Preservation Commission is made up of between 9 and 15 citizens who have a passion for the preservation of Virginia Beach’s historic buildings and sites. Many of the members bring with them expertise in the fields of architecture, archaeology and history. Many of the members own historic buildings and their hands on experience with preservation is an invaluable tool for the Commission. The Commission also has two appointed student members from local high schools.
The Historic Preservation Commission is supported by the Department of Planning. The Commission meets on the first Wednesday of the month at 5:00 p.m. at the Virginia Beach Convention and Visitors Bureau, 2101 Parks Avenue, Suite 500. The Commission typically holds an annual public meeting to discuss the state of historic preservation in Virginia Beach and to collect ideas and concerns from the citizens.
For businesses looking for assistance through the COVID-19
Pandemic please visit the City of Virginia Beach Economic Development page at www.yesvirginiabeach.com. Resources
are available to assist in these uncertain times.