General Notices
- Town Hall is closed for repairs until further notice. Due to flood damage and ongoing remediation to Damascus Town Hall, town staff are displaced. Town Hall has temporarily relocated to the Damascus Motor Sales building, 786 North Beaver Dam Avenue. Open to the public on weekdays 10am to 3pm, closed on Wednesdays. Town Council meetings will be relocated temporarily to the Rock School Auditorium.
- Changes to Public Notices: Effective immediately, the Town of Damascus will advertise public notices with SWVA Sun in accordance with Virginia Code § 8.01-324. All public notices will still be posted to the town website, Damascus.org.
- 2025 First Half Real Estate taxes: The expected mailing date for the 2025 First Half Real Estate bills is May 13, 2025. The payment due date is June 5, 2025. For questions, please contact the treasurer at [email protected].
- New Beaverdam Creek Gauge: The Virginia Department of Emergency Management has added a water level gauge to Beaverdam Creek at Water Street. Access water level data here.
- Appalachian Power has requested that we share the following legislative updates and customer assistance programs with residents:
| Appalachian Power information (April 2025) |
Public Meeting Notices
NOTE: Public Meeting Notices are posted by fiscal year, from July 1 to June 30. FY 24-25 notices can be found below:
Town Council meeting notice - july 1, 2024
The Town Council of Damascus will meet on Monday, July 1 at 7:00 PM at the Town Hall.
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| agenda_7-1-2024.pdf |
town council meeting notice - july 5, 2024
The Town Council of Damascus will meet on Friday, July 5 at 9:00 AM at the Town Hall.
| agenda_special_called_meeting_7-5-24.pdf |
PLANNING COMMISSION WORK SESSIONS NOTICE - JULY/august 2024
The Damascus Planning Commission will meet on the following dates, times, and locations for the purpose of collecting information, studying, and generally discussing the topic of “short term rentals” or “transient lodging” regulations as directed by the Damascus Town Council. No action will be taken as part of the work sessions.
Please be advised, three or more members of the Damascus Town Council may be present at any of the following meetings for the purpose of listening in and/or participating in work sessions.
The Commission shall hold any public hearings as are required by law, as well as on any matter which it deems to be in the public interest. The purpose, time, and place of such public hearings shall be at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers of the Town Hall, unless otherwise posted.
The Planning Commission of Damascus will meet on Tuesday, July 16 at 4:00 PM at the Town Hall in conjunction with the work session.
The work session scheduled for Tuesday, August 13th, at 4:00 PM has been cancelled.
Please be advised, three or more members of the Damascus Town Council may be present at any of the following meetings for the purpose of listening in and/or participating in work sessions.
The Commission shall hold any public hearings as are required by law, as well as on any matter which it deems to be in the public interest. The purpose, time, and place of such public hearings shall be at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers of the Town Hall, unless otherwise posted.
The Planning Commission of Damascus will meet on Tuesday, July 16 at 4:00 PM at the Town Hall in conjunction with the work session.
The work session scheduled for Tuesday, August 13th, at 4:00 PM has been cancelled.
| 2024-06-14_memorandum_calendar_of_work_sessions.pdf |
| 2024-07-16_memorandum_agenda.pdf |
| 2024-07-18_memorandum_calendar_of_work_sessions_-_rev.pdf |
| planning_commission_meeting_agenda_7-30-24.pdf |
TOWN COUNCIL MEETING NOTICE - AUGUST 5, 2024
The Town Council of Damascus will meet on Monday, August 5 at 7:00 PM at the Town Hall.
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BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS MEETING NOTICE - AUGUST 6, 2024
Pursuant to Section 17.2 of the Zoning Ordinance of Town of Damascus, VA, notice is hereby given that the Board of Zoning Appeals of the Town of Damascus will conduct a hearing starting at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, at the Damascus Town Hall, 208 W Laurel Ave, Damascus, VA to consider the following applications for a conditional use permit:
1. Application for Conditional Use Permit to allow commercial use in a residential (R-1) zone. Applicant: Kerry & Theresa Guest; Property address: 625 S Beaver Dam Ave, Damascus; Washington County Tax Map parcel ID # 172B1-A-141.
2. Application for Conditional Use Permit to allow commercial use in a residential (R-1) zone. Applicant: Ronald Shulby; Property address: 826 S Beaver Dam Ave, Damascus; Washington County Tax Map parcel ID # 172B3-5-3.
Affected property owners are invited to attend and submit whatever evidence and comment they deem advisable. For further information please contact Gavin Blevins (276) 475-3831.
1. Application for Conditional Use Permit to allow commercial use in a residential (R-1) zone. Applicant: Kerry & Theresa Guest; Property address: 625 S Beaver Dam Ave, Damascus; Washington County Tax Map parcel ID # 172B1-A-141.
2. Application for Conditional Use Permit to allow commercial use in a residential (R-1) zone. Applicant: Ronald Shulby; Property address: 826 S Beaver Dam Ave, Damascus; Washington County Tax Map parcel ID # 172B3-5-3.
Affected property owners are invited to attend and submit whatever evidence and comment they deem advisable. For further information please contact Gavin Blevins (276) 475-3831.
NOTICE: Painting/staining work at parks - August 2024
The Town of Damascus has contracted with J Ross Conglomerate to conduct painting and staining on structures at Laurel Creek Park and the Town Park. The contractors will begin pressure washing on Wednesday, August 7. Painting and staining is expected to be completed by August 30. Please respect any barricades and posted signs and keep off of wet paint/stain.
Update: The painting of the Town Park Gazebo is expected to begin on August 15th. Staining of the structures at Laurel Creek Park is scheduled for the week of August 19th.
Update: The painting of the Town Park Gazebo is expected to begin on August 15th. Staining of the structures at Laurel Creek Park is scheduled for the week of August 19th.
NOTICE: GATHERING - AUGUST 8, 2024
The Town of Damascus Elected and Appointed Officials will attend a gathering on Thursday, August 8, 2024, 5pm, at the 115 Smith St. This gathering is a celebration to thank Gavin N. Blevins for his years of service to the Town of Damascus and to welcome Chris Bell to his new role as Town Manager. Mayor Lamb will be serving burgers, dogs, chips, and drinks. The public is welcome to attend.
Update: This event is being relocated to the Fire Hall due to rain.
Update: This event is being relocated to the Fire Hall due to rain.
Planning commission meeting notice - august 12, 2024
The Planning Commission of Damascus will meet on Monday, August 12th at 5:00 PM at the Town Hall.
| agenda_special_called_meeting_8-12-24.pdf |
town council meeting notice - august 12, 2024
The Town Council of Damascus will meet on Monday, August 12 at 6:00 PM at the Town Hall. A Special Called Council Meeting is being held for the Planning Commission to submit their recommendations regarding proposed zoning ordinance updates for review and discussion with Town Council.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS NOTICE: REZONING - Aug 27 & Sept 3, 2024
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE the Planning Commission of the Town of Damascus, Virginia will conduct a public hearing at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, August 27th, 2024 and the Town Council of the Town of Damascus will conduct a separate public hearing at 7:00PM on Tuesday September 3 rd , 2024, at the Damascus Town Hall (208 W. Laurel Avenue, Damascus, Virginia) regarding a proposed rezoning to amend the Zoning Map of the Town of Damascus, Virginia to rezone the property at 609 Orchard Hill Rd. (tax map ID #172B3-A-71D, 172B3-A-71B, 172B3-A-71) from Residential to General Commercial. The proposed zoning map amendment from R-1 to C-2 would allow for higher density development and flexible commercial use. The map is available for inspection and copying at the Damascus Town Hall during regular business hours. For additional information please contact Chris Bell at (276) 475-3831.
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JOINT PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE: ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT - SepT 3, 2024
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Proposed Ordinance to Amend the Damascus Zoning Ordinance Article 16 & 18 Conditional Use Provisions
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE the Town Council and Planning Commission of the Town of Damascus, Virginia will conduct a joint public hearing at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, September 3rd , 2024, at the Damascus Town Hall (208 W. Laurel Avenue, Damascus, Virginia) regarding a proposed amendment to Article 16 & 18 of the zoning ordinance to transfer authority from the Board of Zoning Appeals to Town Council for the issuance of conditional use permits. The proposed amendment is available for inspection and copying at the Damascus Town Hall during regular business hours. For additional information please contact Chris Bell at (276) 475-3831.
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Proposed Ordinance to Amend the Damascus Zoning Ordinance Article 16 & 18 Conditional Use Provisions
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE the Town Council and Planning Commission of the Town of Damascus, Virginia will conduct a joint public hearing at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, September 3rd , 2024, at the Damascus Town Hall (208 W. Laurel Avenue, Damascus, Virginia) regarding a proposed amendment to Article 16 & 18 of the zoning ordinance to transfer authority from the Board of Zoning Appeals to Town Council for the issuance of conditional use permits. The proposed amendment is available for inspection and copying at the Damascus Town Hall during regular business hours. For additional information please contact Chris Bell at (276) 475-3831.
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TOWN COUNCIL MEETING NOTICE - SEPTEMBER 3, 2024
The Town Council of Damascus will meet on Tuesday, September 3 at 7:00 PM at the Town Hall. There will be two public hearings preceding the Town Council meeting. The Town Council meeting is rescheduled to Tuesday due to the Labor Day holiday on Monday.
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PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE: ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT - SEPT 9, 2024
--Town of Damascus, Virginia--
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Proposed Ordinance to Amend the Damascus
Zoning Ordinance Article 8 and Sections 15.5, 15.9, & 16.5-3 regarding Transient Lodging
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE the Town Council and Planning Commission of the Town of Damascus, Virginia will conduct a joint public hearing at 6:00 PM on Monday, September 9 th , 2024, at the Damascus Town Hall (208 W. Laurel Avenue, Damascus, Virginia) regarding a proposed amendment to Article 8 and Sections 15.5, 15.9, & 16.5-3 of the zoning ordinance to prohibit transient & semi-transient lodging in R-1, R-2, R-3 and Industrial zones within the town limits. The proposed amendment is available for inspection and copying at the Damascus Town Hall during regular business hours.
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Proposed Ordinance to Amend the Damascus
Zoning Ordinance Article 8 and Sections 15.5, 15.9, & 16.5-3 regarding Transient Lodging
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE the Town Council and Planning Commission of the Town of Damascus, Virginia will conduct a joint public hearing at 6:00 PM on Monday, September 9 th , 2024, at the Damascus Town Hall (208 W. Laurel Avenue, Damascus, Virginia) regarding a proposed amendment to Article 8 and Sections 15.5, 15.9, & 16.5-3 of the zoning ordinance to prohibit transient & semi-transient lodging in R-1, R-2, R-3 and Industrial zones within the town limits. The proposed amendment is available for inspection and copying at the Damascus Town Hall during regular business hours.
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| agenda_special_called___joint_ph_9-9-24.pdf |
PLANNING COMMISSION WORK SESSIONS NOTICE - SEPT/OCT 2024
The Damascus Planning Commission will meet on the following dates, times, and locations for the purpose of collecting information, studying, and generally discussing the topic of a comprehensive analysis and recommendation of the Damascus Town Zoning Map as directed by the Damascus Town Council. No action will be taken as part of the work sessions.
Please be advised, three or more members of the Damascus Town Council may be present at any of the following meetings for the purpose of listening in and/or participating in work sessions.
The Commission shall hold any public hearings as are required by law, as well as on any matter which it deems to be in the public interest. The purpose, time, and place of such public hearings shall be at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers of the Town Hall, unless otherwise posted.
Tuesday, September 24th at 4pm at Town Hall
Tuesday, October 1st at 4pm at Town Hall - CANCELLED
Please be advised, three or more members of the Damascus Town Council may be present at any of the following meetings for the purpose of listening in and/or participating in work sessions.
The Commission shall hold any public hearings as are required by law, as well as on any matter which it deems to be in the public interest. The purpose, time, and place of such public hearings shall be at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers of the Town Hall, unless otherwise posted.
Tuesday, September 24th at 4pm at Town Hall
Tuesday, October 1st at 4pm at Town Hall - CANCELLED
SPECIAL CALLED COUNCIL MEETINGS NOTICE - OCTOBER 2024
October 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30, 2024
The Damascus Town Council will be holding a Special Called Council Meeting every Wednesday in October at 1pm in the Damascus Library's conference room for Closed Session Discussion of the following items:
1. Discussion and Consideration of Personnel Matters, per VA Code Section 2.2-3711 (A) (1).
2. Discussion and Consideration of the acquisition of real property for a public purpose, or the disposition of publicly held real property, where discussion in an open meeting would adversely affect the bargaining position or negotiating strategy of the public body, per VA Code Section 2.2-3711 (A) (3).
3. The protection of the privacy of individuals in personnel matters not related to public business, per VA Code Section 2.2-3711 (A) (4).
The Special Called Council Meeting scheduled for today, 10/9/24, has been cancelled.
The Damascus Town Council will be holding a Special Called Council Meeting every Wednesday in October at 1pm in the Damascus Library's conference room for Closed Session Discussion of the following items:
1. Discussion and Consideration of Personnel Matters, per VA Code Section 2.2-3711 (A) (1).
2. Discussion and Consideration of the acquisition of real property for a public purpose, or the disposition of publicly held real property, where discussion in an open meeting would adversely affect the bargaining position or negotiating strategy of the public body, per VA Code Section 2.2-3711 (A) (3).
3. The protection of the privacy of individuals in personnel matters not related to public business, per VA Code Section 2.2-3711 (A) (4).
The Special Called Council Meeting scheduled for today, 10/9/24, has been cancelled.
TOWN COUNCIL MEETING NOTICE - OCTOBER 21, 2024
Town Hall also has flood damage and ongoing remediation, so town staff are displaced and we are working on setting up temporary Town Hall and council meeting locations. The October Regular Called Council Meeting will be held at the Rock School Auditorium on Monday, Oct. 21st, at 6pm.
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PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING NOTICE - OCTOBER 22, 2024
The Damascus Planning Commission will hold a meeting on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 @ 6pm, at the temporary Town Hall /Command Post (Damascus Motor Sales location).
TOWN COUNCIL MEETING NOTICE - NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Due to flood damage and ongoing remediation at Town Hall, town staff are displaced and we are using temporary Town Hall and council meeting locations. The November Regular Called Council Meeting will be held at the Rock School Auditorium on Monday, November 4th, at 6pm.
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town council meeting notice - november 14, 2024
Due to flood damage and ongoing remediation at Town Hall, town staff are displaced and we are using temporary Town Hall and council meeting locations. The November Regular Called Council Meeting will be held at the Rock School Auditorium on Monday, November 14th, at 6pm.
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Public Input Session Notice - november 14, 2024
NOTICE:
A Public Input Session will be conducted at 3:00 PM on Thursday, November 14th, 2024, at the Temporary Damascus Town Hall (786 N Beaver Dam Avenue, Damascus, Virginia) related to the town applying for a planning grant from the Department of Housing and Community Development for up to $100,000 to complete preliminary engineering reports on infrastructure needs town-wide. The Input Session will be followed by a Management Team Meeting for the urgent infrastructure needs to be related to hurricane Helene recovery.
A Public Input Session will be conducted at 3:00 PM on Thursday, November 14th, 2024, at the Temporary Damascus Town Hall (786 N Beaver Dam Avenue, Damascus, Virginia) related to the town applying for a planning grant from the Department of Housing and Community Development for up to $100,000 to complete preliminary engineering reports on infrastructure needs town-wide. The Input Session will be followed by a Management Team Meeting for the urgent infrastructure needs to be related to hurricane Helene recovery.
TOWN COUNCIL MEETING & PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE - December 2, 2024
Due to flood damage and ongoing remediation at Town Hall, town staff are displaced and we are using temporary Town Hall and council meeting locations. The December Regular Called Council Meeting will be held at the Rock School Auditorium on Monday, December 2nd, at 6pm.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING: Proposed Ordinance to Amend the Damascus Ordinance Chapter 50 Article 6 Section 50-182 regarding Virginia Creeper Trail use Regulations.
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE the Town Council of the Town of Damascus, Virginia will conduct a public hearing at 6:00 PM on Monday, December 2nd, 2024, at the Rock School Auditorium (505 S. Shady Avenue, Damascus, VA) regarding a proposed amendment to Chapter 50 Article 6 Section 50-182 regarding Virginia Creeper Trail Use Regulations to allow electrically powered wheelchairs and electric power-assisted bicycles upon the trail. The proposed amendment is available for inspection and copying at the Damascus Town Hall during regular business hours. For additional information, please contact Chris Bell at (276) 475-3831.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING: Proposed Ordinance to Amend the Damascus Ordinance Chapter 50 Article 6 Section 50-182 regarding Virginia Creeper Trail use Regulations.
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE the Town Council of the Town of Damascus, Virginia will conduct a public hearing at 6:00 PM on Monday, December 2nd, 2024, at the Rock School Auditorium (505 S. Shady Avenue, Damascus, VA) regarding a proposed amendment to Chapter 50 Article 6 Section 50-182 regarding Virginia Creeper Trail Use Regulations to allow electrically powered wheelchairs and electric power-assisted bicycles upon the trail. The proposed amendment is available for inspection and copying at the Damascus Town Hall during regular business hours. For additional information, please contact Chris Bell at (276) 475-3831.
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PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING NOTICE - DECEMBER 10, 2024
The Damascus Planning Commission will hold a meeting on Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 6pm at the temporary Town Hall (Damascus Motor Sales location, 786 North Beaver Dam Avenue).
TOWN COUNCIL MEETING NOTICE - DECEMBER 12, 2024
Due to flood damage and ongoing remediation at Town Hall, town staff are displaced and we are using temporary Town Hall and council meeting locations. The Town Council will meet at the Damascus Library at 4pm on Thursday, December 12th and recess into Closed Session for discussion and consideration of Public Works personnel matters, per VA Code Section 2.2-3711 (A) (1).
| agenda_special_called_meeting_12-12-24.pdf |
TOWN COUNCIL MEETING NOTICE - JANUARY 6
Due to flood damage and ongoing remediation at Town Hall, town staff are displaced and we are using temporary Town Hall and council meeting locations. The January Regular Called Council Meeting will be held at the Rock School Auditorium on Monday, January 6th, at 6pm.
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TOWN COUNCIL MEETING NOTICE - FEBRUARY 3, 2024
Due to flood damage and ongoing remediation at Town Hall, town staff are displaced and we are using temporary Town Hall and council meeting locations. The January Regular Called Council Meeting will be held at the Rock School Auditorium on Monday, January 6th, at 6pm.
The main front stairs to the Rock School Auditorium are closed and under repair. Please enter through the side stairs nearby or via the hallway from the parking lot.
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VIRGINIA TOURISM STRATEGIC PLANNING WORKSHOPS - FEBRUARY 11 & 12, 2025
Virginia Tourism is hosting two strategic planning workshops at the Damascus Trail Center on February 11 & 12 to aid in Damascus tourism and community engagement for the 2025 season and beyond. We'll discuss new 2025 events, existing tourism markets that we can expand upon, and ways we can continue to diversify Damascus tourism beyond the Virginia Creeper Trail.
Please RSVP to [email protected] by February 7 if you would like to participate so we can have an estimate of the group size for each day.
February 11, 4-6pm - Business Workshop
February 12, 4-6pm - Community Workshop
Notice: Three or more members of the Damascus Town Council may attend.
Please RSVP to [email protected] by February 7 if you would like to participate so we can have an estimate of the group size for each day.
February 11, 4-6pm - Business Workshop
February 12, 4-6pm - Community Workshop
Notice: Three or more members of the Damascus Town Council may attend.
WORK SESSION MEETING NOTICE, TOWN COUNCIL & PLANNING COMMISSION - FEBRUARY 13, 2025
The Damascus Town Council and Planning Commission will be meeting to hold a work session to review ordinance updates at 6pm on Thursday, Feb. 13th, at the temporary Town Hall location.
TOWN COUNCIL BUDGET WORKSHOPS 2025-26 - FEBRUARY/MARCH/April
The Damascus Town Council will be meeting for 2025-26 budget workshops on the following Thursdays at 3:30pm, at the temporary Town Hall location: February 27, March 13, and March 27.
The Town Council will attend a budget workshop on April 16, 2025 at the temporary Town Hall location.
The Town Council will attend a budget workshop on April 16, 2025 at the temporary Town Hall location.
TOWN COUNCIL, LEGAL SERVICES INTERVIEWS - FEBRUARY 28, 2025
NOTICE: The Damascus Town Council will be holding interviews for Legal Services on Friday, February 28th , from 2-4pm, at the temporary Town Hall location. These interviews are not open to the public.
TOWN COUNCIL MEETING NOTICE - march 3, 2025
Due to flood damage and ongoing remediation at Town Hall, town staff are displaced and we are using temporary Town Hall and council meeting locations. The March Regular Called Council Meeting will be held at the Rock School Auditorium on Monday, March 3rd, at 6pm.
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Planning commission meeting notice - march 11, 2025
The Damascus Planning Commission will hold a meeting on Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at 6pm at the temporary Town Hall (Damascus Motor Sales location, 786 North Beaver Dam Avenue).
EMERGENCY SPECIAL CALLED TOWN COUNCIL MEETING NOTICE - MARCH 12, 2025
EMERGENCY SPECIAL CALLED COUNCIL MEETING
Wednesday, March 12, 2025, 5pm at the temporary Town Hall location
An emergency Special Called Council Meeting is being called the following Closed Session Items:
i. Discussion and Consideration of Admin and Public Works Personnel Matters, per VA Code Section 2.2-3711 (A) (1).
Wednesday, March 12, 2025, 5pm at the temporary Town Hall location
An emergency Special Called Council Meeting is being called the following Closed Session Items:
i. Discussion and Consideration of Admin and Public Works Personnel Matters, per VA Code Section 2.2-3711 (A) (1).
Public Hearing NOTICE: ZONING MAP AMENDMENT - APRIL 7, 2025
--Town of Damascus, Virginia--
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS
Proposed Ordinance to Amend the Damascus Zoning Map
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE the Planning Commission & Town Council of the Town of Damascus, Virginia will conduct a joint public hearing at 6:00 PM on Monday, April 7th , 2025, at the Rock School Auditorium (505 S. Shady Ave, Damascus, Virginia) regarding a proposed rezoning to amend the Zoning Map of the Town of Damascus, Virginia to
rezone the following properties 609, 577, and 571 Adkins St. (tax map ID #172B3-A-71D, 172B3-A-71C, 172B3-A-71B, 172B3-A-71, 172B3-A-71A1) and 702 N Beaver Dam Ave. (tax map ID #172B1-A-6) from Residential to General Commercial, 872 N. Beaver Dam Ave. (tax map ID #172B1-A-1) from Industrial to General Commercial, the
Damascus Town Park (tax map ID #172B1-A-147, 172B1-A-149, 172B1-A-150, 172B1-A-153, 172B1-A-154, 172B1-A-155, 172B1-A-156, 172B1-A-157, 172B2-A-A), the Laurel Creek Park (tax map ID #172B2-A-11, 172B2-A-12, 172B2-2-2), and the Damascus Dog Park at 299 Whistlestop Rd. (tax map ID #172B2-A-115A) from Residential to Green Space. The proposed zoning map amendment from R-1 or I to C-2 would allow for higher density development and flexible commercial use. The proposed zoning map amendment from R-1 or C-2 to G would limit development and promote
sustainable community use. The maps are available for inspection and copying at the Damascus Town Hall during regular business hours. For additional information please contact Chris Bell at (276) 475-3831.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS
Proposed Ordinance to Amend the Damascus Zoning Map
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE the Planning Commission & Town Council of the Town of Damascus, Virginia will conduct a joint public hearing at 6:00 PM on Monday, April 7th , 2025, at the Rock School Auditorium (505 S. Shady Ave, Damascus, Virginia) regarding a proposed rezoning to amend the Zoning Map of the Town of Damascus, Virginia to
rezone the following properties 609, 577, and 571 Adkins St. (tax map ID #172B3-A-71D, 172B3-A-71C, 172B3-A-71B, 172B3-A-71, 172B3-A-71A1) and 702 N Beaver Dam Ave. (tax map ID #172B1-A-6) from Residential to General Commercial, 872 N. Beaver Dam Ave. (tax map ID #172B1-A-1) from Industrial to General Commercial, the
Damascus Town Park (tax map ID #172B1-A-147, 172B1-A-149, 172B1-A-150, 172B1-A-153, 172B1-A-154, 172B1-A-155, 172B1-A-156, 172B1-A-157, 172B2-A-A), the Laurel Creek Park (tax map ID #172B2-A-11, 172B2-A-12, 172B2-2-2), and the Damascus Dog Park at 299 Whistlestop Rd. (tax map ID #172B2-A-115A) from Residential to Green Space. The proposed zoning map amendment from R-1 or I to C-2 would allow for higher density development and flexible commercial use. The proposed zoning map amendment from R-1 or C-2 to G would limit development and promote
sustainable community use. The maps are available for inspection and copying at the Damascus Town Hall during regular business hours. For additional information please contact Chris Bell at (276) 475-3831.
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TOWN COUNCIL MEETING NOTICE - APRIL 7, 2025
Due to flood damage and ongoing remediation at Town Hall, town staff are displaced and we are using temporary Town Hall and council meeting locations. The April Regular Called Council Meeting will be held at the Rock School Auditorium on Monday, April 7th, at 6pm.
A joint public hearing of the Planning Commission & Town Council will be conducted at 6pm regarding a proposed rezoning to amend the Zoning Map of the Town of Damascus, Virginia. (See notice above for more information.)
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SPECIAL CALLED TOWN COUNCIL MEETING NOTICE - APRIL 1, 2025
SPECIAL CALLED COUNCIL MEETING Tuesday, April 1, 2025, 5pm at the temporary Town Hall location, 786 North Beaver Dam Avenue.
A Special Called Council Meeting is being called the following Closed Session Items:
i. Discussion and Consideration of Public Works Personnel Matters, per VA Code Section 2.2-3711 (A) (1).
A Special Called Council Meeting is being called the following Closed Session Items:
i. Discussion and Consideration of Public Works Personnel Matters, per VA Code Section 2.2-3711 (A) (1).
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING NOTICE - APRIL 8, 2025
The Damascus Planning Commission will hold a meeting on Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 6pm at the temporary Town Hall (Damascus Motor Sales location, 786 North Beaver Dam Avenue).
PUBLIC INFO SESSION NOTICE - APRIL 24 & mAY 1, 2025
PUBLIC NOTICE - APRIL 24
The Town of Damascus will hold a public information session on April 24, 2025 at 4PM at temporary Town Hall (786 N. Beaverdam Ave.) to solicit public input on local community development and housing needs in relation to Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding for a project in the community.
Information on the amount of funding available, the requirements on benefit to low- and moderate-income persons, eligible activities, and plans to minimize displacement and provide displacement assistance as necessary will be available. Citizens will also be given the opportunity to comment on the town’s past use of CDBG funds. All interested citizens are urged to attend.
For additional information, contact Chris Bell, 276-475-3831. Comments and grievances can be submitted in writing to Town of Damascus at P.O. Box 576, Damascus, VA 24236 or by phone 276-475-3831 and TDD 711. If you plan to attend and have any special needs requirements, please call the number listed above.
PUBLIC NOTICE - MAY 1
The Town of Damascus will hold a public information session on May 1, 2025 at 4PM at temporary Town Hall (786 N. Beaverdam Ave.) to solicit public input on the proposed Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) application to be submitted to the Virginia Department of Community Development for Damascus Streetscape and Stormwater. Residents of Damascus are encouraged to attend. The project proposal will include the following activities: stormwater and streetscape infrastructure installation and repair.
The draft CDBG application will be presented for comment along with information on projected beneficiaries, including the number of low-or-moderate-income residents to benefit from the proposed project, and plans to minimize displacement. Citizens will also be given the opportunity to comment on the town’s past use of CDBG funds. A fact sheet on the proposed project and the draft application is available at 786 N. Beaverdam Ave, Damascus.
For additional information, contact Chris Bell, 276-475-3831. Comments and grievances can be submitted in writing to Town of Damascus at P.O. Box 576, Damascus, VA 24236 or by phone 276-475-3831 and TDD 711 until May 1, 2025 at
11AM. If you plan to attend and have any special needs requirements, please call the number listed above.
The Town of Damascus will hold a public information session on April 24, 2025 at 4PM at temporary Town Hall (786 N. Beaverdam Ave.) to solicit public input on local community development and housing needs in relation to Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding for a project in the community.
Information on the amount of funding available, the requirements on benefit to low- and moderate-income persons, eligible activities, and plans to minimize displacement and provide displacement assistance as necessary will be available. Citizens will also be given the opportunity to comment on the town’s past use of CDBG funds. All interested citizens are urged to attend.
For additional information, contact Chris Bell, 276-475-3831. Comments and grievances can be submitted in writing to Town of Damascus at P.O. Box 576, Damascus, VA 24236 or by phone 276-475-3831 and TDD 711. If you plan to attend and have any special needs requirements, please call the number listed above.
PUBLIC NOTICE - MAY 1
The Town of Damascus will hold a public information session on May 1, 2025 at 4PM at temporary Town Hall (786 N. Beaverdam Ave.) to solicit public input on the proposed Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) application to be submitted to the Virginia Department of Community Development for Damascus Streetscape and Stormwater. Residents of Damascus are encouraged to attend. The project proposal will include the following activities: stormwater and streetscape infrastructure installation and repair.
The draft CDBG application will be presented for comment along with information on projected beneficiaries, including the number of low-or-moderate-income residents to benefit from the proposed project, and plans to minimize displacement. Citizens will also be given the opportunity to comment on the town’s past use of CDBG funds. A fact sheet on the proposed project and the draft application is available at 786 N. Beaverdam Ave, Damascus.
For additional information, contact Chris Bell, 276-475-3831. Comments and grievances can be submitted in writing to Town of Damascus at P.O. Box 576, Damascus, VA 24236 or by phone 276-475-3831 and TDD 711 until May 1, 2025 at
11AM. If you plan to attend and have any special needs requirements, please call the number listed above.
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE: PROPOSED LOWERED REAL PROPERTY TAX RATE - APRIL 28, 2025
--Town of Damascus, Virginia--
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Proposed Lowered Real Property Tax Rate
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE the Town Council will conduct a public hearing at 5:00 PM on Monday, April 28th, 2025 at temporary Town Hall (786 N. Beaverdam Ave, Damascus, Virginia) regarding a proposed reduced tax rate for real property tax from $0.46 to $0.33 per $100 of assessed value necessary to offset increased assessment levied by Washington County, Virginia. This rate will be known as the “lowered tax rate”. The proposed reduced tax levy is available for inspection and copying at the Damascus Town Hall during regular business hours. For additional information please contact Chris Bell at (276) 475-3831.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Proposed Lowered Real Property Tax Rate
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE the Town Council will conduct a public hearing at 5:00 PM on Monday, April 28th, 2025 at temporary Town Hall (786 N. Beaverdam Ave, Damascus, Virginia) regarding a proposed reduced tax rate for real property tax from $0.46 to $0.33 per $100 of assessed value necessary to offset increased assessment levied by Washington County, Virginia. This rate will be known as the “lowered tax rate”. The proposed reduced tax levy is available for inspection and copying at the Damascus Town Hall during regular business hours. For additional information please contact Chris Bell at (276) 475-3831.
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public hearing notice - may 5, 2025
--Town of Damascus, Virginia--
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Proposed Ordinance to Amend the Damascus
Zoning Ordinance Appendix A Article 7 Floodplain and Green-Space Overlay Districts & Chapter 52, Subdivisions, and Appendix B
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE the Town Council and Planning Commission of the Town of Damascus, Virginia will conduct a joint public hearing at 6:00 PM on Monday, May 5th, 2025 at the Rock School Auditorium (505 S. Shady Avenue, Damascus, Virginia) regarding proposed amendments to the code of ordinances of the Town of Damascus, to repeal and re-enact article 7A, Floodplain Overlay Districts, of Appendix A, Zoning, establish Article 7B, Green-Space Overlay District, to repeal Chapter 30, Flood Damage Prevention, to conform floodplain management standards to federal and state requirements, to amend Chapter 52, Subdivisions, (Sections 3, 6, 7, 33, 35, 36, 38, 65, 66, 96, 123, 188) and Appendix B, to conform to requirements of state and federal law and to establish fees for subdivision plat review. The proposed amendments are available for inspection and copying at the Damascus Town Hall during regular business hours. For additional information please contact Chris Bell at (276) 475-3831.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Proposed Ordinance to Amend the Damascus
Zoning Ordinance Appendix A Article 7 Floodplain and Green-Space Overlay Districts & Chapter 52, Subdivisions, and Appendix B
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE the Town Council and Planning Commission of the Town of Damascus, Virginia will conduct a joint public hearing at 6:00 PM on Monday, May 5th, 2025 at the Rock School Auditorium (505 S. Shady Avenue, Damascus, Virginia) regarding proposed amendments to the code of ordinances of the Town of Damascus, to repeal and re-enact article 7A, Floodplain Overlay Districts, of Appendix A, Zoning, establish Article 7B, Green-Space Overlay District, to repeal Chapter 30, Flood Damage Prevention, to conform floodplain management standards to federal and state requirements, to amend Chapter 52, Subdivisions, (Sections 3, 6, 7, 33, 35, 36, 38, 65, 66, 96, 123, 188) and Appendix B, to conform to requirements of state and federal law and to establish fees for subdivision plat review. The proposed amendments are available for inspection and copying at the Damascus Town Hall during regular business hours. For additional information please contact Chris Bell at (276) 475-3831.
Town council meeting notice - May 5, 2025
Due to flood damage and ongoing remediation at Town Hall, town staff are displaced and we are using temporary Town Hall and council meeting locations. The May Regular Called Council Meeting will be held at the Rock School Auditorium on Monday, May 5th, at 6pm.
A joint public hearing of the Planning Commission & Town Council will be conducted at 6pm regarding proposed amendments to the code of ordinances of the Town of Damascus. (See notice above for more information.)
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PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING NOTICE - MAY 13, 2025
The Damascus Planning Commission will hold a meeting on Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 6pm at the temporary Town Hall (Damascus Motor Sales location, 786 North Beaver Dam Avenue).
public hearing notice: town budget, FY 2025-2026
FISCAL YEAR JULY 1, 2025 – JUNE 30, 2026
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
The Town Council of Damascus, VA will hold a public hearing for the purposes of public information and fiscal
planning regarding the proposed Town Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026.
The hearing will be held on June 2, 2025, at 6:00 P.M. at the Rock School Auditorium.
The public hearing is held pursuant to § 15.2-2506 of the Code of Virginia, as amended, and is for the purpose of
allowing the public to comment on the proposed budget. All citizens have the right to attend the public hearing and to
share their views on the proposed budget within such reasonable time limits as shall be established by the Town
Council.
The proposed property tax levies for Damascus, VA for the 2025-2026 tax year that would be necessary to fully
fund the proposed budgets if approved by the Town Council are as follows:
A unit levy for general town purposes of thirty-three cents ($0.33) per one hundred dollars ($100.00) of
assessed valuation of all taxable real estate and public utilities and fifty-two cents ($0.52) per one hundred dollars
($100.00) of assessed valuation of all mobile home, personal property, and machinery and tools. Five cents ($.05) per
one hundred dollars ($100) of assessed valuation of motor vehicles owned by volunteer rescue squads and fire
departments at 100% of fair market value as a separate classification of tangible personal property as provided in VA
Code 58.1-3506(A)(15).
The proposed budget is available at Town Hall for review.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
The Town Council of Damascus, VA will hold a public hearing for the purposes of public information and fiscal
planning regarding the proposed Town Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026.
The hearing will be held on June 2, 2025, at 6:00 P.M. at the Rock School Auditorium.
The public hearing is held pursuant to § 15.2-2506 of the Code of Virginia, as amended, and is for the purpose of
allowing the public to comment on the proposed budget. All citizens have the right to attend the public hearing and to
share their views on the proposed budget within such reasonable time limits as shall be established by the Town
Council.
The proposed property tax levies for Damascus, VA for the 2025-2026 tax year that would be necessary to fully
fund the proposed budgets if approved by the Town Council are as follows:
A unit levy for general town purposes of thirty-three cents ($0.33) per one hundred dollars ($100.00) of
assessed valuation of all taxable real estate and public utilities and fifty-two cents ($0.52) per one hundred dollars
($100.00) of assessed valuation of all mobile home, personal property, and machinery and tools. Five cents ($.05) per
one hundred dollars ($100) of assessed valuation of motor vehicles owned by volunteer rescue squads and fire
departments at 100% of fair market value as a separate classification of tangible personal property as provided in VA
Code 58.1-3506(A)(15).
The proposed budget is available at Town Hall for review.
| synopsis_of_proposed_budget.pdf |
| 2024-2025_budget_amendment_synopsis_advertisement_corrected__1_.pdf |
Information is available upon request at the Town Hall for meetings and public hearings prior to July 1, 2024. Meeting Minutes can be found on the Town Council page.
