The Virginia Beach Historic Preservation Commission was established by the City Council in 2008 as an advisory body on issues related to the preservation of the city's historic buildings, structures and sites.

It is made up of between nine and 15 members, appointed by the Council, who serve three-year terms.

The commission seeks to preserve, protect and maintain the historic identity of Virginia Beach and former Princess Anne County, through advocacy, public awareness and increased public involvement.

​Members have expertise in the fields of architecture, archaeology and history, and many have personal experience with preservation as owners of historic buildings. The commission also has two appointed student members from local high schools.

The Historic Preservation Commission is supported by Planning & Community Development.

Meeting Information

General meetings are held at 5 p.m. the first Wednesday of the month, September through June, in the conference room at the Department of Planning & Community Development, 2875 Sabre St., Suite 500. The public is welcome to attend.

To sign up to speak on any agenda item, contact Mark Reed at least 30 minutes prior to the meeting time: mreed@vbgov.com or (757) 385-8573.

The commission's executive committee meets at 5:30 p.m. the last Thursday of the month, and the student leaders' committee meets at 5 p.m. the second Wednesday of the month September through May.

Historic Preservation Commission Members