Committee forwards code changes to align with state Chesapeake Bay rules and revised stormwater fees

Feb 17, 2026

The committee voted to forward two ordinances to align city code with state Chesapeake Bay preservation rules and a revised state fee schedule; staff said the fee changes stem from State Water Control Board updates and will raise local permit fees to capture about 60–62% of administrative costs.

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A Richmond City staff presentation and brief committee discussion on code changes and permit fees ended with the standing committee forwarding two ordinances to full council with a recommendation to approve.

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