Planning and Community Development - Norfolk, Norfolk Department of City Planning

The Department of City Planning is responsible for developing and implementing short and long-range plans, studies, goals, and policies, as developed with the community and approved by the City Council, that reflect the needs and interests of residents and the city. The department’s mission is to analyze, prioritize and plan for the equitable, resilient, balanced, and sustainable use of the city's land and other resources to enhance the quality of life for current and future generations. The department fulfills the following programs: Comprehensive Planning Current Planning Environmental Services Floodplain Management Historic Preservation Permits & Inspections