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City Council Formal Meeting, 7/14/2026
Published: Jul 14, 2026
City Council Approves Library Voting Location Changes, Police Donations, and Golf Course Sale Authorization
During the meeting, the City Council approved an ordinance to amend City Council Section 10-1, designating the Princess Ann Area Library as a location for absentee voting and removing the Meyer Hobendorf Central Library as a location for both absentee and in-person voting. This change was requested by the local electoral board. Additionally, the council approved an ordinance to ratify amendments to the bylaws of the Parks and Recreation Commission. Another ordinance approved on the consent agenda involved appropriating $300,000 from the police seized assets fund to the Police Department's operating budget for a $15,000 donation to the Virginia Beach Recovery Court and $5,000 to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund in honor of fallen officers Christopher Reese and Cameron Irvin. The council also approved an ordinance to declare over 300 acres of city-owned property at 2500 Tournament Drive, the Virginia Beach National Golf Course, as excess to city needs and authorized the city manager to enter into a purchase and develop agreement with Dragos Associates, Inc. for its sale and redevelopment. This decision was made after considerable public comment and debate regarding the sale, its financial implications, and potential impacts, leading to a deferral of the final vote to August 11th.
City Council Denies Short-Term Rental Permit on 20th Street Amid Density Concerns
The City Council voted to deny a conditional use permit for a short-term rental (STR) at 513 20th Street. The applicants, Craig and April Dean, sought to operate the duplex as an Airbnb, asserting they had adequate parking (five spots in the back, with potential for more by uncovering a front driveway) and that an STR would not increase traffic or density compared to a long-term tenant. An opposing resident cited concerns about the density of existing STRs on the street, parking issues, noise, and property maintenance, arguing that the proposed STRs do not contribute to the neighborhood's character and that there is a need for long-term housing. Councilmember Remick moved for denial, citing concerns about the density of STRs in the area and the potential for future policy changes regarding the overlay district. Several council members expressed sympathy with the concerns about density but struggled with the principle of 'picking winners and losers' when approving individual permits. Ultimately, the council voted 8-3 to deny the application, with several members indicating a need for a broader discussion on STR policy at an upcoming retreat.
City Council Designates Beasley Drive in Honor of Grammy-Winning Group Blackstreet
The City Council honored the Grammy Award-winning R&B group Blackstreet by designating Beasley Drive in their honor. The resolution recognized the group's origins in Virginia Beach, their significant contributions to R&B and hip-hop music, their Grammy Award win, and their global success. The designation aims to solidify the city's connection with the band's history and future. The decision was unanimously approved by the council.
City Council Denies Another Short-Term Rental Permit on 20th and 12th Street
The City Council voted to deny a conditional use permit for a short-term rental (STR) at 511 20th and 12th Street. Brittany Marshall, representing Host My Home LLC, argued that the property was properly managed with adequate parking (four to six spaces for 10 occupants), noise monitoring, and quick response times for issues. She stated the company vets guests and encourages them to be neighborly, and that the rentals are typically used by employees or families needing longer-term accommodations. Sarah Welch, a resident, opposed the permit, citing it as the third in a row on the same street and expressing concerns about parking, traffic, and the transient nature of STR guests versus permanent neighbors. Councilmember Remick moved for denial, citing the density of STRs on the street and the need for policy changes. Councilmembers Cummings and Wilson also voted to deny, citing similar concerns about density and the need for a broader policy discussion. The council voted 8-3 to deny the application.
City Council Approves 52-Unit Condo Development with Commercial Space on Shore Drive
The City Council considered a rezoning application for a 2.2-acre property at 3853 Shore Drive, transitioning from a Planned Unit Development District (PDH1) to a conditional B4 SD Mixed-Use District. The proposal included a conditional use permit for a 52-unit for-sale condominium building with approximately 2,000-2,500 square feet of commercial space. The project aims to redevelop an underutilized storage yard into residential and commercial use, incorporating features like balconies, rooftop green space, a multi-use trail, and enhanced landscaping. The applicant engaged in extensive community outreach and made modifications based on feedback, including reducing the unit count from an initial 62-unit proposal and adjusting building massing. Several deviations were requested regarding balcony setbacks and maximum height. Concerns raised by residents and council members included increased density, traffic, stormwater management, parking, and the potential impact on the surrounding neighborhood character and environmental sensitivity. The Public Works department confirmed a need for a pump station in the general vicinity, with this property and adjacent areas being considered for its location, though no final decision or funding is secured. The council ultimately approved the application with a vote of 10-1, with Councilmember Remick moving for approval and citing the project's consistency with city plans, community engagement, and environmental improvements through on-site stormwater management.
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