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Council updates flood-plain development rules amid recent heavy rains
Summary
Newport News adopted ZTA-2026-0001, amending city zoning (chapter 45, article 21) for flood-plain development regulations; members emphasized preventing Hampton-like flooding after recent storms.
The City Council approved a zone and text amendment (ZTA-2026-0001) to re-ordain portions of chapter 45 of the city code governing flood-plain development. Council members cited recent rainfall and the need to avoid repeating flood damage similar to nearby localities, and thanked planning staff for work on updates intended to strengthen local resiliency.
During discussion, a council member commented that the city is addressing deferred maintenance and adapting regulations to limit future flood impacts. The motion to adopt the ordinance passed unanimously on the Aug. 11 agenda.
