Commission recommends subdivision ordinance changes to align with Virginia Code

Jul 8, 2026

Staff presented and commissioners approved amendments to the city subdivision ordinance to match Virginia Code changes effective July 1, 2025, including shifting certain preliminary-plat review duties to an administrative 'designated agent' and shortening statutory review timelines.

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City planner Meg Repke briefed the commission on proposed amendments to Harrisonburg's subdivision ordinance, required to align local rules with state code changes effective July 1, 2025.

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