Suffolk City Zoning Code#

SEC. 31-401 PURPOSE.#

SEC. 31-402 ESTABLISHMENT OF ZONING DISTRICTS.#

SEC. 31-403 RELATION OF ZONING DISTRICTS TO COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AND PURPOSE STATEMENTS.#

SEC. 31-404 ZONING MAP.#

SEC. 31-405 DISTRICT BOUNDARIES.#

SEC. 31-406 USE REGULATIONS.#

SEC. 31-407 DIMENSIONAL AND DENSITY REGULATIONS.#

SEC. 31-408 SPECIFIC BASE ZONING DISTRICT CRITERIA.#

SEC. 31-409 INCENTIVE ZONING.#

SEC. 31-410 PLANNED DEVELOPMENT PD.#

SEC. 31-411 USE PATTERNS.#

SEC. 31-412 SPECIAL CORRIDOR OVERLAY DISTRICT SCOD.#

SEC. 31-413 HISTORIC CONSERVATION OVERLAY DISTRICTS HC DISTRICT.#

SEC. 31-414 AIRPORT OVERLAY DISTRICT AO.#

SEC. 31-415 CHESAPEAKE BAY PRESERVATION OVERLAY DISTRICT CB.#

SEC. 31-416 RESERVED.#

SEC. 31-416.1 RESERVED.#

SEC. 31-416.2 FLOODPLAIN OVERLAY DISTRICT F.#

SEC. 31-417 AFFORDABLE DWELLING UNIT ORDINANCE.#

SEC. 31-418 WETLANDS ZONING.#

SEC. 31-419 MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT OVERLAY DISTRICT MUD.#

SEC. 31-420 FAIRGROUNDS REVITALIZATION AND REDEVELOPMENT DISTRICT FRRD.#

(a) PURPOSE.#

The purpose of the Fairgrounds Revitalization and Redevelopment District (FRRD) is to:

1. Provide for the orderly development and redevelopment of land in the Fairgrounds area of Downtown Suffolk in accordance with the Fairgrounds Master Redevelopment and Revitalization Plan as specified in the Fairgrounds Revitalization Plan and the Fairgrounds Redevelopment Plan, as amended. The FRRD (Fairgrounds Revitalization and Redevelopment District) is intended to permit increased flexibility in design, construction and processing of residential, commercial, mixed-used office/commercial/residential, and institutional use development of a quality and type in accordance with the Fairgrounds Master Redevelopment and Revitalization Plan, and to the extent practical the Conceptual Master Development Plan and Conceptual Master Schematic Plan, as amended, which could not be achieved by traditional lot by lot development under conventional zoning concepts.

2. Implement the policies of the Comprehensive Plan to:

   • A. Create a detailed plan and strategy for the revitalization and enhancement of Downtown Suffolk by creating a well-connected street network in Downtown and planning to make street connections wherever possible/appropriate;
   • B. Balance the distribution of future population and jobs in relation to existing and future infrastructure by achieving the population distribution as identified in the Comprehensive Plan;
   • C. Balance the distribution of future population to ensure that varied housing stock is provided and that disadvantaged population are supported by achieving the population distribution as identified in the Comprehensive Plan;
   • D. Strike the right balance between moderate cost housing needs and opportunities and for higher end housing by implementing the pattern of housing densities as identified in the Comprehensive Plan;
   • E. Maximize accessibility and minimize vehicle miles traveled and vehicle hours of delay by promoting land use strategies such as the co-location of jobs and housing, mixed used centers, and neighborhood or community-scale retail uses within communities;
   • F. Promote tourism in Suffolk; and
   • G. Promote and encourage, as appropriate, mixed use development in more zoning categories.

3. While the conventional zoning districts and the requirements of those districts set forth in the UDO are reasonable, there may be circumstances in which it is in the community's best interest to allow unique and/or creative design techniques that:

   • A. Promote the most appropriate use of the parcel;
   • B. Allow the diversification of use;
   • C. Facilitate the adequate provisions of streets, parks, open space, storm drainage and sewer and water utilities;
   • D. Offer recreational opportunities close to residents;
   • E. Enhance the neighborhood's appearance;
   • F. Provide for the unified control of land development; and
   • G. Allow for flexibility of uses and configurations.

(b) MINIMUM DISTRICT SIZE AND APPLICABILITY.#

The district size shall conform to the area included in the Fairgrounds Revitalization Plan and Fairgrounds Master Redevelopment and Revitalization Master Plan, as amended.

(c) PERMITTED USES.#

The following uses are permitted in the Fairgrounds Revitalization and Redevelopment District in accordance with the appropriate areas set forth for them in the Fairgrounds Master Redevelopment and Revitalization Master Plan, as amended:

1. Mixed-use residential neighborhoods, including single-family attached and detached;
2. Mixed-use commercial and residential apartment and/or condominium units;
3. Office, entertainment, and institutional uses, including museums;
4. Neighborhood retail and service establishments;
5. Public art spaces and other public uses;
6. Parks, open spaces, and pedestrian plazas for use by the public;
7. Other uses similar in impact as determined by the Zoning Administrator;
8. All uses as currently permitted in the Central Business District (CBD); and
9. Health and Human Services Building to include the Suffolk Health Department and Suffolk Department of Social Services.

(d) PERMITTED DENSITIES.#

The maximum density shall be 50 du/ac.

(e) LOCATION AND DESIGN.#

The location and design of all new construction involving commercial, office, institutional, residential uses and public spaces within this district shall conform to the Fairgrounds Master Redevelopment and Revitalization Plan, and to the extent practical the Conceptual Master Development Plan and Conceptual Master Schematic Plan, as amended.§ Where the portion of the Fairgrounds Revitalization and Redevelopment District is included in the Historic Conservation Overlay district (HC district), exterior design for both new construction and rehabilitation of existing structures shall comply with the regulations set forth for that district, including review and approval of such design by the Suffolk Historic Landmarks Commission.§

(f) STREETS AND ALLEYS.#

To the extent practical, the pattern and dimensions of new streets and other right-of-ways, including alleys, shall be in accordance with the Fairgrounds Master Redevelopment and Revitalization Plan, Conceptual Master Development Plan and Conceptual Master Schematic Plan, as amended. All streets and alleys shall be publicly maintained. The level of service for streets for this district is the same as set forth in Section 31-601, Table 601-1 for "Category 4."

(g) PARKS AND OPEN SPACE.#

To the extent practical, all parks and open space shall be developed in accordance with the Fairgrounds Master Redevelopment and Revitalization Plan, Conceptual Master Development Plan and Conceptual Master Schematic Plan, as amended, and shall be publicly maintained.§

(h) STORMWATER MANAGEMENT.#

All stormwater facilities shall be designed and constructed in accordance with the Fairgrounds Master Redevelopment and Revitalization Plan, and to the extent practical the Conceptual Master Development Plan and Conceptual Master Schematic Plan, as amended, and shall be publicly maintained.§

(i) ADEQUATE PUBLIC FACILITIES.#

The Fairgrounds Revitalization and Redevelopment District (FRRD) has the potential to impact one or more publicly provided services. Urban mixed use type developments have the potential to achieve trip reductions through internal capture of vehicle trips and reduced student generation rates than typical residential subdivisions and commercial developments. Accordingly, a Public Facilities Report shall address anticipated traffic and student generation rates from the Fairgrounds Revitalization and Redevelopment District for the approved uses and locations as specified on the Fairgrounds Master Redevelopment and Revitalization Plan as amended.§

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(Ord. No. 23-O-110, § 2(Exh. B), 8-16-2023)