Chesapeake requires driveways to be paved with concrete, asphalt, or approved pavers per the Zoning Ordinance. Parking on lawns or unpaved surfaces is prohibited in residential zones, and driveway aprons require a permit from Public Works.
Chesapeake Zoning Ordinance Section 19-300 mandates that all residential vehicle parking occur on paved surfaces (concrete, asphalt, pavers, or approved permeable paving). Parking vehicles on grass, gravel, or dirt is a zoning violation. Driveway aprons within the public right-of-way require a permit from the Public Works Department, with inspection for proper drainage and sight distance. Maximum driveway width at the property line is typically 24 feet for single-family homes. Circular driveways require minimum 12-foot setbacks from side lot lines.
Zoning notice: remove vehicle or pave surface within 30 days. Fines 100-500 dollars per day. Public Works citation for unpermitted apron work.
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