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§ 15.2-2288.2 Localities may not require special use permit for certain temporary structures

A zoning ordinance shall not require that a special exception or special use permit be obtained in order to erect a tent on private property (i) intended to serve as a temporary structure for a period of three days or less and (ii) that will be used primarily for private or family-related events including, but not limited to, weddings and estate sales.

History

This law was first created in 2006. The record of its establishment is cataloged in chapter 249 of that year’s edition of “Acts of Assembly,” the annual state publication listing all changes made to the Code of Virginia in that year.

2006, c. 249.

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