Local Board of Building Code Appeals

Meetings

  • 5:30 p.m.
  • 3rd Wednesday of odd-numbered months. The board meets every other month, if there is a case.
  • Chesapeake Central Library

Agendas & Minutes

Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following approval.

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Members

  • Gerald F. Martin (Chairman)
    • Appointed May 27, 2020
    • Term Expires April 28, 2025
  • Eric M. Stichler, Vice Chairman
    • Appointed May 26, 2021
    • Term Expires April 28, 2024
  • Steven D. Allen
    • Appointed May 27, 2020 
    • Term Expires April 28, 2025
  • Charles M. Cima
    • Appointed May 25, 2022 
    • Term Expires April 28, 2027
  • Roland T. Shaw
    • Appointed June 24, 2020 
    • Term Expires January 27, 2028

Alternates

  • Patrick M. Hughes
    • Appointed January 28, 2023
    • Term Expires January 27, 2028

Overview

The Local Board of Building Code Appeals hears appeals, which relate to provisions and enforcement of provisions of the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code and the Chesapeake Floodplain Management Ordinance. (VA Code 36-105, City Code Sec 14-34)

Any person aggrieved by the Building Code Official's application of the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code; the Floodplain Administrator's decision regarding the Floodplain Management Ordinance or the refusal to grant a modification to code requirements may file an appeal to the Local Board of Building Code Appeals. The appeal must be filed within 30 calendar days of the receipt of the Building Code Official's decision or within fourteen (14) calendar days for Property Maintenance Appeals.

The Local Board of Building Code Appeal consists of 7 members appointed by the City of Chesapeake City Council for a five-year term.

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