Planning Commission

The Planning Commission, an advisory board to the Board of Supervisors, makes recommendations on a variety of land use issues. The Commission is also charged with preparing and maintaining the Comprehensive Plan and recommending changes to reflect new land use policies. One Commissioner is appointed for each Magisterial District.

Members

Meetings

Unless otherwise noted, all Planning Commission meetings are held at the Roanoke County Administration Center, 5204 Bernard Drive, typically on the first and third Tuesdays of each month. See the 2020 Planning Commission Meeting Dates for specific days.

Special Notice: May 5, 2020 Planning Commission Meeting

Because of the present state of emergency associated with the Coronavirus (COVID-19), all Roanoke County buildings are closed to the public. The public hearing will be broadcast live, so members of the public may view the meeting on Roanoke Valley Television (RVTV3) - Channel 3 or online on the Roanoke County website. 

Prior to and during the public hearing, citizens may share comments by email or by phone (540-776-7278). Please include your name and address. Comments will be read aloud during the meeting, subject to reasonable time limitations. 

Meeting Packets

Meeting packets (agenda, draft minutes, applications, and other information) are available prior to the meetings (files may be large). 

Most Recent Meeting Packet

Sign up online to address the Planning Commission 

Archived Meeting Agendas, Minutes and Packets

Planning Commission Records: Online

Bylaws

Planning Commission Bylaws, Amended 2009 

Application Deadlines

2020 Deadlines and Public Hearing Dates

Upcoming Land Use Applications