NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES DEPARTMENT
City Hall, 2nd Floor
306 Cedar Rd
Chesapeake, VA 23322

Phone:
757-382-6018
757-382-6890
757-382-8424

Fax:
757-382-8448

New ELECTRICAL PERMIT Procedures
Effective March 5, 2007
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New INSPECTION REQUEST Procedures - 2/12/07
Effective February 12, 2007
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Find out what you should know before placing a temporary sign.

New Procedures for Early Release of Electrical Power for 1 & 2 Family Dwellings (SFR, Single Family Attached Condos, and Townhouses.)
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Attention Homeowners, Mechanical & Pool Contractors:
New Set-Back Requirements for Structures over 30" in height

New Procedures for Swimming Pool Permits and Inspections, Effective April 1, 2005.
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International Code Council Plans Review Service can help you without delaying construction.
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Neighborhood Services Department

MISSION

The Department of Neighborhood Services improves the quality of life and protects the health, safety and welfare of the community through code compliance, zoning ordinances, customer contact center and neighborhood coordination.

VISION

The Department of Neighborhood Services, in cooperation with other city departments, seeks to ensure the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of the City of Chesapeake through effective and efficient enforcement of all mandated codes, federal, state and local laws and ordinances. This commitment will facilitate a safer, healthier community and future for the City of Chesapeake

The Department of Neighborhood Services consists of six (6) areas of service.

Code Compliance Division

Building Inspections

Building Inspections enforces the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code. The followings are current code standards:

• 2006 International Residential Code
• 2006 International Building Code
• 2006 International Plumbing Code
• 2006 International Private Disposal Code
• 2006 International Mechanical Code
• 2006 International Fuel Gas Code
• 2006 International Fire Code
• 2005 National Electrical Code

Property Maintenance & Zoning Inspections

Property Maintenance and Zoning Inspections enforces city code regulations and zoning ordinance related to

• Demolition/Board-ups
• Existing Elevator Inspections
• Existing Public Pools
• Graffiti
• Landscape/Tree Preservation Ordinance
• Neighborhood Preservation Program
• Property Maintenance Code
• Red-tag Program
• Rental Dwelling Inspections
• Swine Ordinance
• Weeds and Debris
• Wetlands Regulations
• Zoning Regulations
• Basketball Goals
• Flags & Flag Poles
• Garage Sale
• Home Occupations
• Kennels
• Mechanical Equipment
• Model Homes' Policies
• Non-Conforming Uses
• Parking Commercial Vehicle in Residential Area
• Parking Rrecreational Equipment
• Signs on Vehnicles
• Skateboard Ramps

Zoning Administration Division

Zoning Administration website

Neighborhood Services Coordination Division

The Chesapeake Neighborhood Services Coordination Division coordinates revitalization efforts and connects residents to services and information to enhance the quality of life in the City of Chesapeake.

Customer Contact Center Division

Effective July 19, 2005, the Customer Contact Center began transforming the way Chesapeake delivers services by providing customers with more personalized service, faster problem resolution and easier access to knowledgeable assistance. Customers can now dial one easy telephone number to receive assistance and information on a wide range of City services. To reach the Customer Contact Center, dial 382-CITY, that's 382-2489. You can also now request city services online!

Youth Services and Housing Divisions

Effective July 1, 2007, the Office of Intergovernmental Affairs, Youth and Family Services will become new divisions of the Neighborhood Services Department. Click here for more information.