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SB 387

Virginia Beach, City of; amending charter, certain land use approvals.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Christie Craig

SB 387 would amend Virginia Beach's city charter to modify land use approval procedures, but the bill failed to advance from committee in February 2026.

Failed to report (defeated) in Local Government (7-Y 8-N)
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Bill Summary · SB 387

Legislative bill overview

SB 387 proposes amendments to the Virginia Beach city charter regarding procedures for certain land use approvals. The bill would modify how the city processes and approves land use decisions, though specific amendment details are not provided in the available legislative record.

Why is this important

Charter amendments directly affect how local government operates and makes decisions affecting residents and development. Changes to land use approval processes can impact housing availability, business development timelines, and community planning outcomes in Virginia's largest city by population.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of approval authority - Whether amendments shift decision-making power between city council, planning commission, or administrative staff
  • Development community vs. residents - Streamlined approvals may benefit developers but could concern residents seeking community input on projects
  • Transparency and public participation - Changes to approval procedures may affect opportunities for public comment and engagement in land use decisions

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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