Zoning

Zoning

The City of Roanoke's Zoning Ordinance is contained in Chapter 36.2 of the Roanoke City Code. To view the zoning ordinance, visit the City Code web page and search for Chapter 36.2.

City Council approved an ordinance amending the text of the Zoning Ordinance on May 16, 2011. The amendments became effective immediately. Click the links below for the ordinance or a summary. Contact the Permit office at 853-1090 if you have any questions.

Zoning Ordinance Text Amendments (ordinance) (pdf)

Summary of Zoning Ordinance Amendments (pdf)

Other useful links:

Request for Modification to Provision of Zoning Ordinance (Administrative modification approved by Zoning Administratror)

Download an application to request a Zoning Verification from the City's Zoning Administrator.

Get information about the Board of Zoning Appeals.