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Charlottesville, Virginia — Regulatory Process Guide
This wiki documents civic processes for residents, property owners, and businesses operating in the City of Charlottesville, Virginia. Each section maps a workflow from the Charlottesville City Code of Ordinances as an interactive BPMN process diagram. Use this as a starting point to understand what steps are required, which city departments are involved, and where to find official forms.
Primary contact: Neighborhood Development Services (NDS), City Hall, 605 E Main St · (434) 970-3182
I. Business & Licensing
Starting a Business in Charlottesville
Governed by Chapter 14 (Licenses) and Chapter 34 (Zoning). All businesses operating in Charlottesville must obtain a Business License from the Commissioner of Revenue. Additional steps apply depending on business type, location, and whether signage is needed.

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Key links:
II. Building & Construction
Building Permit Process
Governed by Chapter 5 (Building Regulations; Property Maintenance). Any new construction, addition, structural repair, or change of occupancy requires a building permit reviewed by the Building Inspections Division of NDS. Projects in historic districts additionally require a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) from the Board of Architectural Review (BAR) before a permit can be issued.

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      <bpmndi:BPMNEdge id="Flow_bp_corrections_di" bpmnElement="Flow_bp_corrections"><di:waypoint x="960" y="245"/><di:waypoint x="960" y="310"/><bpmndi:BPMNLabel><dc:Bounds x="966" y="267" width="68" height="27"/></bpmndi:BPMNLabel></bpmndi:BPMNEdge>
      <bpmndi:BPMNEdge id="Flow_bp_resubmit_di" bpmnElement="Flow_bp_resubmit"><di:waypoint x="910" y="350"/><di:waypoint x="805" y="350"/><di:waypoint x="805" y="260"/></bpmndi:BPMNEdge>
      <bpmndi:BPMNEdge id="Flow_bp5_di" bpmnElement="Flow_bp5"><di:waypoint x="1190" y="220"/><di:waypoint x="1250" y="220"/></bpmndi:BPMNEdge>
      <bpmndi:BPMNEdge id="Flow_bp6_di" bpmnElement="Flow_bp6"><di:waypoint x="1390" y="220"/><di:waypoint x="1452" y="220"/></bpmndi:BPMNEdge>
    </bpmndi:BPMNPlane>
  </bpmndi:BPMNDiagram>
</bpmn:definitions>

Key links:
Electrical Permit & Lamp / Fixture Installation
Governed by Chapter 5 (Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code / NEC) and Chapter 28 (Streets and Sidewalks) for public right-of-way work. Fixtures in Historic Overlay Districts require BAR review. All electrical work must be performed by a licensed electrician and pass final inspection before energizing.

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<bpmn:definitions xmlns:bpmn="http://www.omg.org/spec/BPMN/20100524/MODEL" xmlns:bpmndi="http://www.omg.org/spec/BPMN/20100524/DI" xmlns:dc="http://www.omg.org/spec/DD/20100524/DC" xmlns:di="http://www.omg.org/spec/DD/20100524/DI" id="ElectricalPermit" targetNamespace="http://bpmn.io/schema/bpmn" exporter="Camunda Modeler" exporterVersion="3.0.0-dev">
  <bpmn:process id="electrical_permit_process" name="Electrical Permit &amp; Lamp Installation" isExecutable="true">
    <bpmn:startEvent id="SE_elec" name="Submit Electrical Permit Application (Ch. 5)"><bpmn:outgoing>Flow_e1</bpmn:outgoing></bpmn:startEvent>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_e1" sourceRef="SE_elec" targetRef="Task_e_scope"/>
    <bpmn:userTask id="Task_e_scope" name="Determine Scope: New Install, Repair, or Upgrade?"><bpmn:incoming>Flow_e1</bpmn:incoming><bpmn:outgoing>Flow_e2</bpmn:outgoing></bpmn:userTask>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_e2" sourceRef="Task_e_scope" targetRef="GW_e_public"/>
    <bpmn:exclusiveGateway id="GW_e_public" name="Public Right-of-Way or Streetlamp?" default="Flow_e_private"><bpmn:incoming>Flow_e2</bpmn:incoming><bpmn:outgoing>Flow_e_public</bpmn:outgoing><bpmn:outgoing>Flow_e_private</bpmn:outgoing></bpmn:exclusiveGateway>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_e_public" name="Yes" sourceRef="GW_e_public" targetRef="Task_e_public_works"><bpmn:conditionExpression>isPublic</bpmn:conditionExpression></bpmn:sequenceFlow>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_e_private" name="No" sourceRef="GW_e_public" targetRef="Task_e_nec"/>
    <bpmn:userTask id="Task_e_public_works" name="Coordinate with Dept. of Public Works (Ch. 28)"><bpmn:incoming>Flow_e_public</bpmn:incoming><bpmn:outgoing>Flow_e_pw_done</bpmn:outgoing></bpmn:userTask>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_e_pw_done" sourceRef="Task_e_public_works" targetRef="GW_e_historic2"/>
    <bpmn:exclusiveGateway id="GW_e_historic2" name="Historic District?" default="Flow_e_not_hist"><bpmn:incoming>Flow_e_pw_done</bpmn:incoming><bpmn:outgoing>Flow_e_hist</bpmn:outgoing><bpmn:outgoing>Flow_e_not_hist</bpmn:outgoing></bpmn:exclusiveGateway>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_e_hist" name="Yes" sourceRef="GW_e_historic2" targetRef="Task_e_bar"><bpmn:conditionExpression>isHistoric</bpmn:conditionExpression></bpmn:sequenceFlow>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_e_not_hist" name="No" sourceRef="GW_e_historic2" targetRef="Task_e_nec"/>
    <bpmn:manualTask id="Task_e_bar" name="BAR Review for Fixture Design (§ 34-278)"><bpmn:incoming>Flow_e_hist</bpmn:incoming><bpmn:outgoing>Flow_e_bar_done</bpmn:outgoing></bpmn:manualTask>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_e_bar_done" sourceRef="Task_e_bar" targetRef="Task_e_nec"/>
    <bpmn:userTask id="Task_e_nec" name="Plans Reviewed Against NEC / Virginia Electrical Code"><bpmn:incoming>Flow_e_private</bpmn:incoming><bpmn:incoming>Flow_e_not_hist</bpmn:incoming><bpmn:incoming>Flow_e_bar_done</bpmn:incoming><bpmn:outgoing>Flow_e3</bpmn:outgoing></bpmn:userTask>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_e3" sourceRef="Task_e_nec" targetRef="Task_e_permit_issue"/>
    <bpmn:manualTask id="Task_e_permit_issue" name="Electrical Permit Issued"><bpmn:incoming>Flow_e3</bpmn:incoming><bpmn:outgoing>Flow_e4</bpmn:outgoing></bpmn:manualTask>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_e4" sourceRef="Task_e_permit_issue" targetRef="Task_e_install"/>
    <bpmn:userTask id="Task_e_install" name="Licensed Electrician Performs Installation"><bpmn:incoming>Flow_e4</bpmn:incoming><bpmn:outgoing>Flow_e5</bpmn:outgoing></bpmn:userTask>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_e5" sourceRef="Task_e_install" targetRef="Task_e_insp"/>
    <bpmn:userTask id="Task_e_insp" name="Electrical Inspector Conducts Final Inspection"><bpmn:incoming>Flow_e5</bpmn:incoming><bpmn:outgoing>Flow_e6</bpmn:outgoing></bpmn:userTask>
    <bpmn:endEvent id="EE_elec" name="Inspection Passed — Work Approved"><bpmn:incoming>Flow_e6</bpmn:incoming></bpmn:endEvent>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_e6" sourceRef="Task_e_insp" targetRef="EE_elec"/>
  </bpmn:process>
  <bpmndi:BPMNDiagram id="BPMNDiagram_elec">
    <bpmndi:BPMNPlane id="BPMNPlane_elec" bpmnElement="electrical_permit_process">
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      <bpmndi:BPMNShape id="Task_e_scope_di" bpmnElement="Task_e_scope"><dc:Bounds x="240" y="190" width="130" height="80"/></bpmndi:BPMNShape>
      <bpmndi:BPMNShape id="GW_e_public_di" bpmnElement="GW_e_public" isMarkerVisible="true"><dc:Bounds x="430" y="205" width="50" height="50"/><bpmndi:BPMNLabel><dc:Bounds x="405" y="262" width="100" height="27"/></bpmndi:BPMNLabel></bpmndi:BPMNShape>
      <bpmndi:BPMNShape id="Task_e_public_works_di" bpmnElement="Task_e_public_works"><dc:Bounds x="560" y="80" width="140" height="80"/></bpmndi:BPMNShape>
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      <bpmndi:BPMNShape id="Task_e_bar_di" bpmnElement="Task_e_bar"><dc:Bounds x="880" y="80" width="140" height="80"/></bpmndi:BPMNShape>
      <bpmndi:BPMNShape id="Task_e_nec_di" bpmnElement="Task_e_nec"><dc:Bounds x="1080" y="190" width="140" height="80"/></bpmndi:BPMNShape>
      <bpmndi:BPMNShape id="Task_e_permit_issue_di" bpmnElement="Task_e_permit_issue"><dc:Bounds x="1280" y="190" width="120" height="80"/></bpmndi:BPMNShape>
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      <bpmndi:BPMNShape id="Task_e_insp_di" bpmnElement="Task_e_insp"><dc:Bounds x="1650" y="190" width="130" height="80"/></bpmndi:BPMNShape>
      <bpmndi:BPMNShape id="EE_elec_di" bpmnElement="EE_elec"><dc:Bounds x="1842" y="212" width="36" height="36"/></bpmndi:BPMNShape>
      <bpmndi:BPMNEdge id="Flow_e1_di" bpmnElement="Flow_e1"><di:waypoint x="188" y="230"/><di:waypoint x="240" y="230"/></bpmndi:BPMNEdge>
      <bpmndi:BPMNEdge id="Flow_e2_di" bpmnElement="Flow_e2"><di:waypoint x="370" y="230"/><di:waypoint x="430" y="230"/></bpmndi:BPMNEdge>
      <bpmndi:BPMNEdge id="Flow_e_public_di" bpmnElement="Flow_e_public"><di:waypoint x="455" y="205"/><di:waypoint x="455" y="120"/><di:waypoint x="560" y="120"/><bpmndi:BPMNLabel><dc:Bounds x="462" y="158" width="18" height="14"/></bpmndi:BPMNLabel></bpmndi:BPMNEdge>
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      <bpmndi:BPMNEdge id="Flow_e_hist_di" bpmnElement="Flow_e_hist"><di:waypoint x="810" y="120"/><di:waypoint x="880" y="120"/><bpmndi:BPMNLabel><dc:Bounds x="836" y="102" width="18" height="14"/></bpmndi:BPMNLabel></bpmndi:BPMNEdge>
      <bpmndi:BPMNEdge id="Flow_e_not_hist_di" bpmnElement="Flow_e_not_hist"><di:waypoint x="785" y="145"/><di:waypoint x="785" y="230"/><di:waypoint x="1080" y="230"/><bpmndi:BPMNLabel><dc:Bounds x="791" y="183" width="15" height="14"/></bpmndi:BPMNLabel></bpmndi:BPMNEdge>
      <bpmndi:BPMNEdge id="Flow_e_bar_done_di" bpmnElement="Flow_e_bar_done"><di:waypoint x="1020" y="120"/><di:waypoint x="1150" y="120"/><di:waypoint x="1150" y="190"/></bpmndi:BPMNEdge>
      <bpmndi:BPMNEdge id="Flow_e3_di" bpmnElement="Flow_e3"><di:waypoint x="1220" y="230"/><di:waypoint x="1280" y="230"/></bpmndi:BPMNEdge>
      <bpmndi:BPMNEdge id="Flow_e4_di" bpmnElement="Flow_e4"><di:waypoint x="1400" y="230"/><di:waypoint x="1460" y="230"/></bpmndi:BPMNEdge>
      <bpmndi:BPMNEdge id="Flow_e5_di" bpmnElement="Flow_e5"><di:waypoint x="1590" y="230"/><di:waypoint x="1650" y="230"/></bpmndi:BPMNEdge>
      <bpmndi:BPMNEdge id="Flow_e6_di" bpmnElement="Flow_e6"><di:waypoint x="1780" y="230"/><di:waypoint x="1842" y="230"/></bpmndi:BPMNEdge>
    </bpmndi:BPMNPlane>
  </bpmndi:BPMNDiagram>
</bpmn:definitions>

Key links:
III. Zoning & Land Use
Zoning Variance & Special Use Permit
Governed by Chapter 34 (Zoning). A variance is heard by the Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) under § 34-156 when strict application of zoning regulations would cause undue hardship. A Special Use Permit (SUP) goes to the Planning Commission for recommendation, then City Council for final approval under § 34-41 and § 34-42. Denials of BZA decisions may be appealed to the Circuit Court under Virginia Code § 15.2-2314.

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  <bpmn:process id="zoning_variance_process" name="Zoning Variance / Special Use Permit" isExecutable="true">
    <bpmn:startEvent id="SE_zv" name="Submit Variance or SUP Application (Ch. 34)"><bpmn:outgoing>Flow_zv1</bpmn:outgoing></bpmn:startEvent>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_zv1" sourceRef="SE_zv" targetRef="GW_zv_type"/>
    <bpmn:exclusiveGateway id="GW_zv_type" name="Variance or SUP?" default="Flow_zv_sup"><bpmn:incoming>Flow_zv1</bpmn:incoming><bpmn:outgoing>Flow_zv_variance</bpmn:outgoing><bpmn:outgoing>Flow_zv_sup</bpmn:outgoing></bpmn:exclusiveGateway>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_zv_variance" name="Variance" sourceRef="GW_zv_type" targetRef="Task_zv_boa"><bpmn:conditionExpression>isVariance</bpmn:conditionExpression></bpmn:sequenceFlow>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_zv_sup" name="SUP" sourceRef="GW_zv_type" targetRef="Task_zv_pc"/>
    <bpmn:userTask id="Task_zv_boa" name="Board of Zoning Appeals Hearing (§ 34-156)"><bpmn:incoming>Flow_zv_variance</bpmn:incoming><bpmn:outgoing>Flow_zv2</bpmn:outgoing></bpmn:userTask>
    <bpmn:userTask id="Task_zv_pc" name="Planning Commission Review (§ 34-41)"><bpmn:incoming>Flow_zv_sup</bpmn:incoming><bpmn:outgoing>Flow_zv3</bpmn:outgoing></bpmn:userTask>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_zv2" sourceRef="Task_zv_boa" targetRef="GW_zv_decision"/>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_zv3" sourceRef="Task_zv_pc" targetRef="Task_zv_council"/>
    <bpmn:userTask id="Task_zv_council" name="City Council Approval (§ 34-42)"><bpmn:incoming>Flow_zv3</bpmn:incoming><bpmn:outgoing>Flow_zv4</bpmn:outgoing></bpmn:userTask>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_zv4" sourceRef="Task_zv_council" targetRef="GW_zv_decision"/>
    <bpmn:exclusiveGateway id="GW_zv_decision" name="Approved?" default="Flow_zv_denied"><bpmn:incoming>Flow_zv2</bpmn:incoming><bpmn:incoming>Flow_zv4</bpmn:incoming><bpmn:outgoing>Flow_zv_granted</bpmn:outgoing><bpmn:outgoing>Flow_zv_denied</bpmn:outgoing></bpmn:exclusiveGateway>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_zv_granted" name="Yes" sourceRef="GW_zv_decision" targetRef="EE_zv_granted"><bpmn:conditionExpression>isApproved</bpmn:conditionExpression></bpmn:sequenceFlow>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_zv_denied" name="No" sourceRef="GW_zv_decision" targetRef="Task_zv_appeal"/>
    <bpmn:endEvent id="EE_zv_granted" name="Variance / SUP Granted"><bpmn:incoming>Flow_zv_granted</bpmn:incoming></bpmn:endEvent>
    <bpmn:manualTask id="Task_zv_appeal" name="Appeal to Circuit Court (§ 15.2-2314 VA Code)"><bpmn:incoming>Flow_zv_denied</bpmn:incoming><bpmn:outgoing>Flow_zv5</bpmn:outgoing></bpmn:manualTask>
    <bpmn:endEvent id="EE_zv_appeal" name="Appeal Filed"><bpmn:incoming>Flow_zv5</bpmn:incoming></bpmn:endEvent>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_zv5" sourceRef="Task_zv_appeal" targetRef="EE_zv_appeal"/>
  </bpmn:process>
  <bpmndi:BPMNDiagram id="BPMNDiagram_zv">
    <bpmndi:BPMNPlane id="BPMNPlane_zv" bpmnElement="zoning_variance_process">
      <bpmndi:BPMNShape id="SE_zv_di" bpmnElement="SE_zv"><dc:Bounds x="152" y="202" width="36" height="36"/></bpmndi:BPMNShape>
      <bpmndi:BPMNShape id="GW_zv_type_di" bpmnElement="GW_zv_type" isMarkerVisible="true"><dc:Bounds x="265" y="197" width="50" height="50"/><bpmndi:BPMNLabel><dc:Bounds x="253" y="254" width="74" height="14"/></bpmndi:BPMNLabel></bpmndi:BPMNShape>
      <bpmndi:BPMNShape id="Task_zv_boa_di" bpmnElement="Task_zv_boa"><dc:Bounds x="390" y="80" width="150" height="80"/></bpmndi:BPMNShape>
      <bpmndi:BPMNShape id="Task_zv_pc_di" bpmnElement="Task_zv_pc"><dc:Bounds x="390" y="300" width="150" height="80"/></bpmndi:BPMNShape>
      <bpmndi:BPMNShape id="Task_zv_council_di" bpmnElement="Task_zv_council"><dc:Bounds x="610" y="300" width="150" height="80"/></bpmndi:BPMNShape>
      <bpmndi:BPMNShape id="GW_zv_decision_di" bpmnElement="GW_zv_decision" isMarkerVisible="true"><dc:Bounds x="840" y="197" width="50" height="50"/><bpmndi:BPMNLabel><dc:Bounds x="835" y="254" width="58" height="14"/></bpmndi:BPMNLabel></bpmndi:BPMNShape>
      <bpmndi:BPMNShape id="EE_zv_granted_di" bpmnElement="EE_zv_granted"><dc:Bounds x="1000" y="102" width="36" height="36"/></bpmndi:BPMNShape>
      <bpmndi:BPMNShape id="Task_zv_appeal_di" bpmnElement="Task_zv_appeal"><dc:Bounds x="970" y="300" width="150" height="80"/></bpmndi:BPMNShape>
      <bpmndi:BPMNShape id="EE_zv_appeal_di" bpmnElement="EE_zv_appeal"><dc:Bounds x="1200" y="322" width="36" height="36"/></bpmndi:BPMNShape>
      <bpmndi:BPMNEdge id="Flow_zv1_di" bpmnElement="Flow_zv1"><di:waypoint x="188" y="220"/><di:waypoint x="265" y="220"/></bpmndi:BPMNEdge>
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      <bpmndi:BPMNEdge id="Flow_zv_sup_di" bpmnElement="Flow_zv_sup"><di:waypoint x="290" y="247"/><di:waypoint x="290" y="340"/><di:waypoint x="390" y="340"/><bpmndi:BPMNLabel><dc:Bounds x="296" y="289" width="21" height="14"/></bpmndi:BPMNLabel></bpmndi:BPMNEdge>
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    </bpmndi:BPMNPlane>
  </bpmndi:BPMNDiagram>
</bpmn:definitions>

Key links:
Subdivision of Land
Governed by Chapter 29 (Subdivision of Land). Subdivisions require plat review by NDS, coordination with utility providers, and in some cases public hearing before the Planning Commission.
Key links:
IV. Signs
Sign Permit Process
Governed by Chapter 34, Article XI (Signs), §§ 34-1040 et seq. All permanent exterior signs require a Sign Permit from NDS. Signs in Historic Overlay Districts also require BAR review. Regulations cover maximum size, illumination, placement, and number of signs by zoning district.

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  <bpmn:process id="sign_permit_process" name="Sign Permit Process" isExecutable="true">
    <bpmn:startEvent id="SE_sp" name="Submit Sign Permit Application (§ 34-1041)"><bpmn:outgoing>Flow_sp1</bpmn:outgoing></bpmn:startEvent>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_sp1" sourceRef="SE_sp" targetRef="Task_sp_type"/>
    <bpmn:userTask id="Task_sp_type" name="Determine Sign Type &amp; Zoning District"><bpmn:incoming>Flow_sp1</bpmn:incoming><bpmn:outgoing>Flow_sp2</bpmn:outgoing></bpmn:userTask>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_sp2" sourceRef="Task_sp_type" targetRef="GW_sp_historic"/>
    <bpmn:exclusiveGateway id="GW_sp_historic" name="Historic District?" default="Flow_sp_not_hist"><bpmn:incoming>Flow_sp2</bpmn:incoming><bpmn:outgoing>Flow_sp_hist</bpmn:outgoing><bpmn:outgoing>Flow_sp_not_hist</bpmn:outgoing></bpmn:exclusiveGateway>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_sp_hist" name="Yes" sourceRef="GW_sp_historic" targetRef="Task_sp_bar"><bpmn:conditionExpression>isHistoric</bpmn:conditionExpression></bpmn:sequenceFlow>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_sp_not_hist" name="No" sourceRef="GW_sp_historic" targetRef="Task_sp_nds"/>
    <bpmn:userTask id="Task_sp_bar" name="BAR Reviews Sign Design (§ 34-278)"><bpmn:incoming>Flow_sp_hist</bpmn:incoming><bpmn:outgoing>Flow_sp_bar_done</bpmn:outgoing></bpmn:userTask>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_sp_bar_done" sourceRef="Task_sp_bar" targetRef="Task_sp_nds"/>
    <bpmn:userTask id="Task_sp_nds" name="NDS Zoning Review: Size, Illumination, Placement (§ 34-1040 et seq.)"><bpmn:incoming>Flow_sp_not_hist</bpmn:incoming><bpmn:incoming>Flow_sp_bar_done</bpmn:incoming><bpmn:outgoing>Flow_sp3</bpmn:outgoing></bpmn:userTask>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_sp3" sourceRef="Task_sp_nds" targetRef="GW_sp_approved"/>
    <bpmn:exclusiveGateway id="GW_sp_approved" name="Approved?" default="Flow_sp_denied"><bpmn:incoming>Flow_sp3</bpmn:incoming><bpmn:outgoing>Flow_sp_yes</bpmn:outgoing><bpmn:outgoing>Flow_sp_denied</bpmn:outgoing></bpmn:exclusiveGateway>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_sp_yes" name="Yes" sourceRef="GW_sp_approved" targetRef="Task_sp_permit"><bpmn:conditionExpression>isApproved</bpmn:conditionExpression></bpmn:sequenceFlow>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_sp_denied" name="No" sourceRef="GW_sp_approved" targetRef="Task_sp_revise"/>
    <bpmn:manualTask id="Task_sp_permit" name="Sign Permit Issued — Install Sign"><bpmn:incoming>Flow_sp_yes</bpmn:incoming><bpmn:outgoing>Flow_sp4</bpmn:outgoing></bpmn:manualTask>
    <bpmn:manualTask id="Task_sp_revise" name="Revise Design and Resubmit"><bpmn:incoming>Flow_sp_denied</bpmn:incoming><bpmn:outgoing>Flow_sp_resubmit</bpmn:outgoing></bpmn:manualTask>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_sp_resubmit" sourceRef="Task_sp_revise" targetRef="Task_sp_nds"/>
    <bpmn:endEvent id="EE_sp" name="Sign Installed"><bpmn:incoming>Flow_sp4</bpmn:incoming></bpmn:endEvent>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_sp4" sourceRef="Task_sp_permit" targetRef="EE_sp"/>
  </bpmn:process>
  <bpmndi:BPMNDiagram id="BPMNDiagram_sp">
    <bpmndi:BPMNPlane id="BPMNPlane_sp" bpmnElement="sign_permit_process">
      <bpmndi:BPMNShape id="SE_sp_di" bpmnElement="SE_sp"><dc:Bounds x="152" y="202" width="36" height="36"/></bpmndi:BPMNShape>
      <bpmndi:BPMNShape id="Task_sp_type_di" bpmnElement="Task_sp_type"><dc:Bounds x="240" y="180" width="130" height="80"/></bpmndi:BPMNShape>
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      <bpmndi:BPMNShape id="Task_sp_bar_di" bpmnElement="Task_sp_bar"><dc:Bounds x="560" y="80" width="140" height="80"/></bpmndi:BPMNShape>
      <bpmndi:BPMNShape id="Task_sp_nds_di" bpmnElement="Task_sp_nds"><dc:Bounds x="760" y="180" width="160" height="80"/></bpmndi:BPMNShape>
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      <bpmndi:BPMNShape id="Task_sp_revise_di" bpmnElement="Task_sp_revise"><dc:Bounds x="960" y="310" width="130" height="80"/></bpmndi:BPMNShape>
      <bpmndi:BPMNShape id="Task_sp_permit_di" bpmnElement="Task_sp_permit"><dc:Bounds x="1110" y="180" width="130" height="80"/></bpmndi:BPMNShape>
      <bpmndi:BPMNShape id="EE_sp_di" bpmnElement="EE_sp"><dc:Bounds x="1310" y="202" width="36" height="36"/></bpmndi:BPMNShape>
      <bpmndi:BPMNEdge id="Flow_sp1_di" bpmnElement="Flow_sp1"><di:waypoint x="188" y="220"/><di:waypoint x="240" y="220"/></bpmndi:BPMNEdge>
      <bpmndi:BPMNEdge id="Flow_sp2_di" bpmnElement="Flow_sp2"><di:waypoint x="370" y="220"/><di:waypoint x="435" y="220"/></bpmndi:BPMNEdge>
      <bpmndi:BPMNEdge id="Flow_sp_hist_di" bpmnElement="Flow_sp_hist"><di:waypoint x="460" y="195"/><di:waypoint x="460" y="120"/><di:waypoint x="560" y="120"/><bpmndi:BPMNLabel><dc:Bounds x="466" y="153" width="18" height="14"/></bpmndi:BPMNLabel></bpmndi:BPMNEdge>
      <bpmndi:BPMNEdge id="Flow_sp_not_hist_di" bpmnElement="Flow_sp_not_hist"><di:waypoint x="485" y="220"/><di:waypoint x="760" y="220"/><bpmndi:BPMNLabel><dc:Bounds x="614" y="202" width="15" height="14"/></bpmndi:BPMNLabel></bpmndi:BPMNEdge>
      <bpmndi:BPMNEdge id="Flow_sp_bar_done_di" bpmnElement="Flow_sp_bar_done"><di:waypoint x="700" y="120"/><di:waypoint x="840" y="120"/><di:waypoint x="840" y="180"/></bpmndi:BPMNEdge>
      <bpmndi:BPMNEdge id="Flow_sp3_di" bpmnElement="Flow_sp3"><di:waypoint x="920" y="220"/><di:waypoint x="990" y="220"/></bpmndi:BPMNEdge>
      <bpmndi:BPMNEdge id="Flow_sp_yes_di" bpmnElement="Flow_sp_yes"><di:waypoint x="1040" y="220"/><di:waypoint x="1110" y="220"/><bpmndi:BPMNLabel><dc:Bounds x="1067" y="202" width="18" height="14"/></bpmndi:BPMNLabel></bpmndi:BPMNEdge>
      <bpmndi:BPMNEdge id="Flow_sp_denied_di" bpmnElement="Flow_sp_denied"><di:waypoint x="1015" y="245"/><di:waypoint x="1015" y="310"/><bpmndi:BPMNLabel><dc:Bounds x="1021" y="273" width="15" height="14"/></bpmndi:BPMNLabel></bpmndi:BPMNEdge>
      <bpmndi:BPMNEdge id="Flow_sp_resubmit_di" bpmnElement="Flow_sp_resubmit"><di:waypoint x="960" y="350"/><di:waypoint x="840" y="350"/><di:waypoint x="840" y="260"/></bpmndi:BPMNEdge>
      <bpmndi:BPMNEdge id="Flow_sp4_di" bpmnElement="Flow_sp4"><di:waypoint x="1240" y="220"/><di:waypoint x="1310" y="220"/></bpmndi:BPMNEdge>
    </bpmndi:BPMNPlane>
  </bpmndi:BPMNDiagram>
</bpmn:definitions>

Key links:
V. Historic Preservation
Board of Architectural Review (BAR) — Certificate of Appropriateness
Governed by Chapter 34, Article IV (Historic Preservation), §§ 34-278 et seq. Any exterior change to a structure or site in a Historic Overlay District — including new construction, demolition, alterations, and signage — requires a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) from the BAR before any building permit can be issued. The BAR meets monthly; applications are due 10 business days before the meeting.

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    </bpmn:startEvent>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_bar1" sourceRef="SE_bar" targetRef="Task_bar_staff"/>
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      <bpmn:outgoing>Flow_bar2</bpmn:outgoing>
    </bpmn:userTask>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_bar2" sourceRef="Task_bar_staff" targetRef="GW_bar_complete"/>
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      <bpmn:incoming>Flow_bar2</bpmn:incoming>
      <bpmn:outgoing>Flow_bar_yes</bpmn:outgoing>
      <bpmn:outgoing>Flow_bar_incomplete</bpmn:outgoing>
    </bpmn:exclusiveGateway>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_bar_incomplete" name="No" sourceRef="GW_bar_complete" targetRef="Task_bar_revise"/>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_bar_yes" name="Yes" sourceRef="GW_bar_complete" targetRef="Task_bar_schedule">
      <bpmn:conditionExpression>isComplete</bpmn:conditionExpression>
    </bpmn:sequenceFlow>
    <bpmn:userTask id="Task_bar_revise" name="Applicant Revises and Resubmits">
      <bpmn:incoming>Flow_bar_incomplete</bpmn:incoming>
      <bpmn:outgoing>Flow_bar_resubmit</bpmn:outgoing>
    </bpmn:userTask>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_bar_resubmit" sourceRef="Task_bar_revise" targetRef="Task_bar_staff"/>
    <bpmn:userTask id="Task_bar_schedule" name="Schedule BAR Public Hearing (Ch. 34 Art. IV)">
      <bpmn:incoming>Flow_bar_yes</bpmn:incoming>
      <bpmn:outgoing>Flow_bar3</bpmn:outgoing>
    </bpmn:userTask>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_bar3" sourceRef="Task_bar_schedule" targetRef="Task_bar_hearing"/>
    <bpmn:userTask id="Task_bar_hearing" name="BAR Conducts Public Hearing">
      <bpmn:incoming>Flow_bar3</bpmn:incoming>
      <bpmn:outgoing>Flow_bar4</bpmn:outgoing>
    </bpmn:userTask>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_bar4" sourceRef="Task_bar_hearing" targetRef="GW_bar_decision"/>
    <bpmn:exclusiveGateway id="GW_bar_decision" name="BAR Decision?" default="Flow_bar_denied">
      <bpmn:incoming>Flow_bar4</bpmn:incoming>
      <bpmn:outgoing>Flow_bar_approved</bpmn:outgoing>
      <bpmn:outgoing>Flow_bar_denied</bpmn:outgoing>
    </bpmn:exclusiveGateway>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_bar_approved" name="Approved" sourceRef="GW_bar_decision" targetRef="Task_bar_coa">
      <bpmn:conditionExpression>isApproved</bpmn:conditionExpression>
    </bpmn:sequenceFlow>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_bar_denied" name="Denied" sourceRef="GW_bar_decision" targetRef="Task_bar_appeal"/>
    <bpmn:manualTask id="Task_bar_coa" name="COA Issued — Proceed to Building Permit">
      <bpmn:incoming>Flow_bar_approved</bpmn:incoming>
      <bpmn:outgoing>Flow_bar5</bpmn:outgoing>
    </bpmn:manualTask>
    <bpmn:manualTask id="Task_bar_appeal" name="Applicant May Appeal to City Council (§ 34-284)">
      <bpmn:incoming>Flow_bar_denied</bpmn:incoming>
      <bpmn:outgoing>Flow_bar6</bpmn:outgoing>
    </bpmn:manualTask>
    <bpmn:endEvent id="EE_bar_done" name="Process Complete">
      <bpmn:incoming>Flow_bar5</bpmn:incoming>
    </bpmn:endEvent>
    <bpmn:endEvent id="EE_bar_appeal" name="Appeal Submitted">
      <bpmn:incoming>Flow_bar6</bpmn:incoming>
    </bpmn:endEvent>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_bar5" sourceRef="Task_bar_coa" targetRef="EE_bar_done"/>
    <bpmn:sequenceFlow id="Flow_bar6" sourceRef="Task_bar_appeal" targetRef="EE_bar_appeal"/>
  </bpmn:process>
  <bpmndi:BPMNDiagram id="BPMNDiagram_bar">
    <bpmndi:BPMNPlane id="BPMNPlane_bar" bpmnElement="bar_review_process">
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      <bpmndi:BPMNShape id="Task_bar_staff_di" bpmnElement="Task_bar_staff"><dc:Bounds x="250" y="150" width="120" height="80"/></bpmndi:BPMNShape>
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      <bpmndi:BPMNShape id="Task_bar_revise_di" bpmnElement="Task_bar_revise"><dc:Bounds x="410" y="290" width="120" height="80"/></bpmndi:BPMNShape>
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      <bpmndi:BPMNShape id="Task_bar_hearing_di" bpmnElement="Task_bar_hearing"><dc:Bounds x="750" y="150" width="120" height="80"/></bpmndi:BPMNShape>
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Historic Districts in Charlottesville:
- Downtown Extended Corridor
- Individually Protected Properties listed in § 34-278 Appendix
Key links:
VI. Environmental & Utilities
Water Protection / Stormwater
Governed by Chapter 10 (Water Protection) and Chapter 31 (Utilities). Land-disturbing activities over 2,500 sq ft require a Stormwater Management Plan review. Connection to city water and sewer requires permits from the Utilities Department.
Key links:
Solid Waste & Recycling
Governed by Chapter 26 (Solid Waste). Rules apply to refuse collection schedules, illegal dumping, containers, and commercial hauler licensing.
Key links:
VII. Special Activities & Public Space
Amusements & Special Events
Governed by Chapter 3 (Amusements). Temporary events on public property, outdoor concerts, and commercial amusements require permits from the City. Contact the City Manager's Office for large event coordination.
Key links:
City Market Vendors
Governed by Chapter 8 (City Market). Vendors at the City Market (Water Street) must obtain a vendor license and comply with the Market's product and display rules.
Key links:
Special Sales (Yard Sales, Going-Out-of-Business)
Governed by Chapter 27 (Special Sales). Yard sales and temporary sales events have notice and frequency requirements. Going-out-of-business sales require a license.
Key links:
VIII. Transportation
Streets & Sidewalks — Encroachments & Right-of-Way Permits
Governed by Chapter 28 (Streets and Sidewalks). Work in the public right-of-way — including utility cuts, sidewalk repairs, trees, and lamp/fixture installation — requires a Right-of-Way Permit from Public Works.
Key links:
Vehicles for Hire (Taxis, TNCs)
Governed by Chapter 32 (Vehicles for Hire). Operators of taxis, rideshares, and limousines must obtain a City permit and meet insurance requirements.
Key links:
IX. Taxation
Business & Property Taxes
Governed by Chapter 30 (Taxation). Charlottesville levies a Business, Professional, and Occupational License (BPOL) tax, real estate tax, personal property tax, and lodging tax. Returns are due by March 1 each year for the prior year's gross receipts.
Key links:
X. Animals & Noise
Animal Regulations
Governed by Chapter 4 (Animals and Fowl). All dogs and cats must be licensed annually. Rules apply to leash requirements, dangerous animals, livestock, and keeping of exotic animals.
Key links:
Noise Control
Governed by Chapter 16 (Noise Control). Noise ordinance establishes daytime and nighttime decibel limits and quiet hours. Construction noise, amplified music, and mechanical equipment are all regulated.
Key links:
Quick Reference: City Departments
| Department | Primary Responsibilities | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Neighborhood Development Services (NDS) | Zoning, building permits, BAR, sign permits, subdivisions | (434) 970-3182 |
| Commissioner of Revenue | Business licenses, BPOL tax, vehicle decals | (434) 970-3170 |
| City Treasurer | Tax payments, real estate, personal property | (434) 970-3146 |
| Public Works | ROW permits, streets, stormwater | (434) 970-3800 |
| City Utilities | Water/sewer connections and permits | (434) 970-3500 |
| City Market | Vendor licensing | (434) 970-3371 |
XI. FOIA — Freedom of Information Act
Virginia FOIA governs public access to government records and open meetings. See the dedicated deep-dive page for complete process flows, SpiffWorkflow implementation guidance, role mapping, and legal reference.
→ FOIA Deep-Dive: Records Requests, Open Meetings, Enforcement & SpiffWorkflow Implementation
Key processes covered:
- Citizen records request process with all response types (§ 2.2-3704)
- Internal FOIA Officer workflow with deadline enforcement
- Open meetings compliance for all city boards (§§ 2.2-3707 – 2.2-3712)
- Court enforcement (§ 2.2-3713) and penalties (§ 2.2-3714)
- SpiffWorkflow roles, service task connectors, form schemas, and DMN exemption table
Charlottesville FOIA Contact: City Attorney's Office · 434-970-3131 · Submit a Request Online
Full Code of Ordinances
Browse the complete Charlottesville Code of Ordinances on Municode. The code is organized into 34 chapters covering all areas of city regulation. The most recent supplement is Supplement 63 (updated February 2026).
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