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Virginia General Assembly Coastal Resilience Funding Bill and Virginia Beach Flood Zone Property Costs

The legislation directs state resources to local flood projects that directly shape insurance rates and home repair expenses for Virginia Beach households near the shoreline.

By Virginia Beach Policy Desk · July 8, 2026 · 2 min read

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Virginia Beach City Council Approves Stormwater Fee Ordinance, Residents to See Increases on Utility Bills from January 2027

The July 7 vote raises monthly stormwater fees by $3.25 for the average household to support drainage upgrades across city neighborhoods.

By Virginia Beach Policy Desk · July 8, 2026 · 1 min read

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Virginia General Assembly Coastal Resilience Funding Bill and Virginia Beach Flood Zone Property Costs

Virginia Beach City Council Approves Stormwater Fee Ordinance, Residents to See Increases on Utility Bills from January 2027

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