Commission Approves Oversized King George Boathouse
The Virginia Marine Resources Commission has approved an after-the-fact permit for an oversized boathouse in King George County. The property owner was authorized to build a structure under 700 square feet, but the finished boathouse measured 953 square feet. The owner claims he believed a contractor had applied for the larger project. Commissioners unanimously approved […]
Read MoreVirginia Moves to Tighten Public Pool Safety Rules
Virginia Moves to Tighten Public Pool Safety Rules Virginia health officials are developing tougher safety regulations for public pools, three months after a child drowned. The rules will cover water treatment, safety equipment, maintenance, staffing and emergency response. They will apply to pools and other aquatic facilities at locations including apartments, condominiums and private clubs. […]
Read MoreGloucester Issues Voluntary Water Conservation Warning
Gloucester County is asking residents and businesses to voluntarily cut water use by five to ten percent after the Beaverdam Reservoir dropped below 38 point nine feet. Officials say the county continues producing enough water to meet community needs, but conservation will help preserve reservoir levels. Residents are urged to limit lawn watering and vehicle […]
Read MoreVirginia Employers Face RetirePath Registration Deadlines
Virginia businesses covered by the state’s RetirePath retirement savings program face upcoming registration deadlines. Employers with 10 to 24 workers must register by September 30th. The deadline is October 30th for businesses with five to nine workers or at least 25 employees. The mandate generally applies to businesses operating for at least two years with […]
Read MoreVirginia Releases Draft Rules for Recreational Marijuana Sales
Virginia has released draft regulations for recreational marijuana sales, which are scheduled to begin July first. The proposal allows up to 350 retail stores and 100 microbusiness licenses. Delivery would be permitted, but drive-thru and curbside service would be prohibited. Retailers must remain at least one thousand feet from schools, hospitals, colleges and child care […]
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