Board will treat multi‑user piers on a case‑by‑case basis, likely aligning with VMRC practice
Members discussed whether multi‑user (joint‑use) piers should be automatically exempt or require a hearing; the board agreed to proceed case‑by‑case with an eye toward aligning with Virginia Marine Resources Commission guidance that often treats joint‑use piers as requiring permits.
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Board members debated how to treat multi‑user (joint‑use) piers going forward and whether the county should adopt a prescriptive rule. One member said it makes sense to be consistent with VMRC practice. "Well, to be consistent with VMRC, they consider joint use piers something they have to permit," a board member said, and staff confirmed that counties vary but that VMRC often expects permitting of joint‑use structures.
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