This post will expand on the civic engagement request mentioned in the recent Bayfront Advisory Commission April Baylines Bulletin regarding the City’s request to comment on their Draft Comprehensive Plan. The information below just highlights some of the sections that pertain to the Bayfront/Shore Drive area. You are encouraged to read the entire document and provide comments to the Bayfront Advisory Commission at BayfrontVB@gmail.com and the City’s Planning Department at CompPlan@vbgov.com

The following are brief details from the Draft Comprehensive Plan. The entire draft plan can be view at https://planning.virginiabeach.gov/comp-plan/2040-comprehensive-plan-draft-document

Image #1 above shows the Coastal Planning Area which covers most of Shore Drive. The plans for this area can be found starting on page 112 of the Draft Plan.

Image #2 shows the Local Core Center development details identified for the area around the intersection of North Great Neck Road and Shore Drive (page 170)

Image #3 shows the design guidelines for the Core and Edge zones for the Local Center. Core building heights of 3 to 6 stories and Edge building heights of 3 to 10 stories are recommended.