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The Department of Planning Building and Development is made of up 5 divisions.
Building Inspections ensures that construction in Roanoke complies with the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code. The division reviews and approves all building plans and performs inspections on all construction in the City.
Neighborhood and Community Planning develops and monitors the City's comprehensive, neighborhood and area plans; staffs the Architectural Review Board, Board of Zoning Appeals, and Planning Commission; administers the zoning, subdivision, stormwater and related land development regulations; and operates the Building and Permitting office. The division also works with neighborhood organizations, serves as staff to the Roanoke Neighborhood Advocates, manages the City's brownfield and housing programs and administers the Leadership College and Welcome Roanoke programs.
Administrative and Citizen Services oversees all clerical functions for the department, its boards and commissions, and coordinates customer service and problem-solving through the Citizen Service Center.
Code Enforcement enforces graffiti, inoperable motor vehicles, outdoor storage, building maintenance, rental inspections and weeds and trash and ordinances that promote a clean, safe and attractive City.
HUD Community Resources administers and monitors about $2.5 million in new funds annually from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) under the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) and Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG) programs.
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Office Relocation
On October 27 the Roanoke Building, Zoning and Development permit office will be temporarily relocated to allow for repairs and renovations of the current permit center to better serve our customers. The temporary permit center will be located in room 167 on the first floor of Municipal South across the hall from the current space. Signs will be installed on the first floor of Municipal South to direct applicants to this location. The relocation will be for approximately three weeks. Due to space limitations, applicants are encouraged to submit permits and requests by fax, phone or on-line during this time. For more information, please contact 853-1090, and check the City's web page for updates.
Department Activity Report
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Mailing Address |
215 Church Avenue, S.W., Noel C. Taylor Municipal Building - Room 166
Roanoke, VA 24011
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Main Phone Number |
(540) 853-1730
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Other Phone Numbers |
Development Assistance Center: (540) 853-1090
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Fax Number |
(540) 853-1230
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E-mail Address |
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Office Hours |
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday
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Hours of Operation |
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday
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