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Planning commission backs new vape-shop definition and where such shops may operate; first amendment passes 5–3
Summary
Commissioners recommended two zoning-text amendments to regulate vape shops: one defining vape shops and restricting locations within 2,000 feet of schools/daycares (recommended 5–3), and a companion amendment to list vape shops as permitted in C1/C2 districts (recommended 7–1); both items move to city council on Sept. 23, 2025.
The Planning Commission took up two related zoning-text amendments on Sept. 3 to regulate vape shops in Newport News.
Planner Hall presented the first amendment, which would add a definition of "vape shop" (retail establishments where 50% or more of inventory, display space, or sales revenue derives from e-cigarettes, vape devices, e-liquids and related products) and add a new section in general regulations to limit locations and operations. Hall said the proposed rules would prohibit vape…
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