What projects use this Certificate of Appropriateness application?

Use it for projects primarily involving new construction, including new primary or accessory buildings and additions to existing structures in a Historic and Cultural District.

What documents should accompany the application?

The checklist requests a concept layout plan, color architectural elevations, recent color photographs, material information, and a disclosure statement. Include a sign package if applicable.

Do I need a notary for the Certificate of Appropriateness application?

No. This application has no notarized attachment or sworn step listed; the signer just signs and dates it.

How do I submit the Certificate of Appropriateness application?

Only completed applications submitted by the application deadline will be considered. The form does not state a submission address or method; check the city website for current contact details.

Virginia Beach, VA · City of Virginia Beach

No notary required

Certificate of Appropriateness New Construction Application

Property owners or authorized representatives use this application to request a Certificate of Appropriateness for new construction in a Virginia Beach Historic and Cultural District.

What this form is

The Historical Review Board requires a Certificate of Appropriateness for new construction, additions, and exterior repairs or alterations to buildings or structures in a Historic and Cultural District. This application is for projects primarily involving new construction, including new buildings, accessory structures, and additions. It asks for project, property owner, applicant, construction, materials, and sign details, along with a project narrative and supporting documents.

Who needs it

Property owners or authorized representatives planning new construction in a Virginia Beach Historic and Cultural District need this application.

How to submit it

Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

About notarization

This application is completed without a notary; no notarized attachment or sworn step is listed, so the signer just signs and dates it.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Certificate of Appropriateness New Construction Application.
2
Complete The Application
Provide project, property owner, applicant, construction, materials, and sign details, and write a brief project narrative.
3
Gather Supporting Documents
Prepare the checklist items, including scaled plans and elevations, photographs, material information, and a disclosure statement.
4
Submit To The City
Submit the completed application by the application deadline; check the city website for current submission details.

Frequently asked questions

What projects use this Certificate of Appropriateness application?: Use it for projects primarily involving new construction, including new primary or accessory buildings and additions to existing structures in a Historic and Cultural District.
What documents should accompany the application?: The checklist requests a concept layout plan, color architectural elevations, recent color photographs, material information, and a disclosure statement. Include a sign package if applicable.
Do I need a notary for the Certificate of Appropriateness application?: No. This application has no notarized attachment or sworn step listed; the signer just signs and dates it.
How do I submit the Certificate of Appropriateness application?: Only completed applications submitted by the application deadline will be considered. The form does not state a submission address or method; check the city website for current contact details.

Need something notarized?

This Certificate of Appropriateness New Construction Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Virginia Beach form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.