Norfolk home occupations are generally prohibited from exterior signage. No advertising, display, or commercial appearance is allowed from the street. Some limited nameplates (under 2 sq ft) may be permitted.
Under Norfolk zoning Home Occupation standards, there shall be no exterior display, no exterior sign (except for a permitted professional nameplate under 2 square feet), no exterior storage of materials, and no other exterior indication of the home occupation or variation from the residential character of the principal dwelling. This makes Norfolk one of the stricter Virginia jurisdictions on home business signage. Professional home offices (attorneys, doctors, accountants with home offices) may post a small nameplate but no illumination or advertising. Vehicle signage on personal vehicles parked on-site is allowed but a business-wrapped vehicle stored at the residence could trigger complaints. Historic district homes face additional Architectural Review Board restrictions even for a nameplate.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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