Virginia Beach Zoning

A-36 Zone in Virginia Beach, VA

A-36 zoning district rules in Virginia Beach, VA. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.

Residential DistrictAgricultural Residential

The A-36 zone in Virginia Beach, VA is a residential district (Agricultural Residential). Permits rural residential uses with significant acreage requirements. Allows farming, equestrian uses, and accessory structures that urban zones prohibit.

Common Permitted Uses

  • Single-family homes
  • Farming
  • Equestrian
  • Agricultural uses

Permits rural residential uses with significant acreage requirements. Allows farming, equestrian uses, and accessory structures that urban zones prohibit.

Parking Requirements

Single-family: 2 off-street parking spaces per single-family dwelling. Oceanfront Resort area may have different standards for resort properties. Multi-family: 1.5–2 spaces per unit. Reduced requirements for affordable housing developments.

Source: Virginia Beach City Code Chapter 11 — Zoning Ordinance; Virginia Code Section 15.2-2291. Last verified April 6, 2026. View source

Last updated: April 6, 2026
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