Norfolk Local Information
Practical information for Norfolk and Norfolk city: who governs what, trash and recycling, permits, weather alerts and who to call, each linked to the official source.
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Trash and recycling pickup in Norfolk: schedule and holidays
Norfolk trash goes out after 5 p.m. the night before and by 7 a.m. Recycling is every other week. Thanksgiving's routes run Saturday, Nov. 28. 757-664-6510.
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Norfolk
Norfolk, Norfolk city and the neighbors: who governs what
How Norfolk fits into Norfolk city and Virginia: the city, the county, Norfolk City Public Schools, the neighboring towns within 15 miles, and which one to call for what.
Property taxes
Norfolk property taxes: rates, due dates and how to appeal
Norfolk's real estate tax rate is $1.23 per $100 of assessed value, billed quarterly. The next payment is due Dec. 5. Treasurer: 757-664-7849.
Building permits
Building permits and zoning in Norfolk
Norfolk building, trade and zoning permits are filed online in the city's E-Permit Portal. Fences and driveways need a free zoning certificate. 757-664-6565.
Roads
Road construction and closures in Norfolk
The HRBT expansion, I-64 Express Lanes work and city projects in Norfolk, with this fall's closures. Live traffic: dial 511. City streets: 757-664-6510.
Home prices
Norfolk home prices and housing market
The typical Norfolk home was worth $310,673 in September 2026, a record and up 1.5% in a year, Zillow says. Median sale price: $321,600 in August.
Schools
Norfolk schools guide: districts, calendars and ratings
Norfolk Public Schools enrolls 26,343 students in 39 rated schools. Thanksgiving break is Nov. 25-27; winter break starts Dec. 21. NPS: 757-628-3830.
Things to do
Things to do in Norfolk this month: October 2026
Late October in Norfolk: Fleet Fest Oct. 24, trunk or treats across the city, Pranks on the Plaza and Treats on Tracks Oct. 29, and a free waste drop-off Oct. 31.
Hurricanes
Hurricane prep guide for Norfolk: zones, shelters, alerts
Every Norfolk address is in evacuation Zone A, B or C. Primary shelters: Norview High and Southside STEM, both pet-friendly. Sign up for Norfolk Alert. 757-664-6510.
Voting
Voting in Norfolk: registration, polling places, early voting
Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3; polls open 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Register and request absentee ballots by Friday, Oct. 23. Early voting ends Oct. 31. 757-664-4353.
Farmers markets
Norfolk farmers markets
East Beach Farmers Market runs Saturdays 9 a.m. to noon into November at 2413 E. Ocean View Ave. Ghent, Afterglow and the Black Farmers' Market return in 2027.
Parks
Parks and trails in Norfolk
Norfolk has 7.3 miles of free Chesapeake Bay beach, the 10.5-mile Elizabeth River Trail, a Northside Park bike trail and fenced dog parks. Parks: 757-823-4291.
Restaurant inspections
Restaurant inspection scores in Norfolk
Norfolk restaurants are inspected by the Norfolk Health Department. Virginia gives no scores or grades; read the reports online. 55 inspections Sept. 28 to Oct. 10.
New businesses
New businesses in Norfolk: October 2026
New in Norfolk: Serina Cafe, Starbucks on East Little Creek Road, Shawarma and Things, a TownePlace Suites by the airport and more, from health and permit records.
Public notices
Public notices in Norfolk: where to find them
An index of Norfolk public notices: the statewide Public Notice Virginia database, City Council agendas, planning hearings and court records. Not an official publication.
City Hall
Who to call at Norfolk City Hall: phone numbers
Norfolk City Hall phone numbers: Norfolk Cares 757-664-6510 for most requests, police non-emergency 757-441-5610, water emergencies 757-823-1000, council and mayor.
Population
Norfolk population and growth: Census figures
Norfolk had an estimated 231,013 residents on July 1, 2025, down 2.9% from the 2020 census count of 238,005. Median age: 32.7. Median household income: $66,109.
Power outages
Power outages in Norfolk: who to call and outage maps
Dominion Energy supplies Norfolk's power. Report an outage or downed line at 866-366-4357 or online, and check the outage map. Stay 30 feet from downed lines.
History
Norfolk history and landmarks: dates, register sites, museums
Norfolk Town was bought in 1682, became a borough in 1736 and a city in 1845. Every National Register listing by year, plus the MacArthur Memorial and Moses Myers House.
Moving
Moving to Norfolk: utilities, schools, trash, permits, taxes
New to Norfolk? Start water online with Norfolk Utilities (757-664-6700), power with Dominion Energy, gas with Virginia Natural Gas. Get a Virginia license within 60 days.
Transportation
Getting around Norfolk: roads, The Tide, airport, parking
Norfolk by car, bus, light rail, ferry and bike: The Tide's 11 stations, HRT bus routes, Norfolk International Airport and downtown meters, free after 6 p.m.
Neighborhoods
Norfolk neighborhoods: where to live and what each area is like
Eleven Norfolk neighborhoods compared: ZIP codes, 2026-27 zoned high schools and Zillow home values from $259,921 in 23523 to $478,728 in 23507.
Neighborhoods
Berkley, Norfolk: homes, schools, parks and commute
Berkley covers 308 acres across the Elizabeth River from downtown, in ZIP 23523, where Zillow's typical home value was $259,921 in September 2026.
Neighborhoods
Colonial Place and Riverview, Norfolk: homes, schools, parks
Colonial Place and Riverview cover 434 acres on the Lafayette River, mostly ZIP 23508, where Zillow's typical home value was $379,098 in September 2026.
Neighborhoods
Downtown Norfolk: homes, schools, parks and commute
Downtown Norfolk's civic league area covers 308 acres, mostly ZIP 23510, where Zillow's typical home value was $327,623 in September 2026.
Neighborhoods
East Ocean View, Norfolk: homes, schools, beaches and commute
East Ocean View covers 888 acres along Shore Drive in ZIP 23518, where Zillow's typical home value was $342,482 in September 2026. Zoned for Lake Taylor High.
Neighborhoods
Ghent, Norfolk: homes, schools, parks and commute
Ghent covers about 612 acres, mostly ZIP 23507, where Zillow's typical home value was $478,728 in September 2026, the highest in Norfolk.
Neighborhoods
Larchmont and Edgewater, Norfolk: homes, schools, parks
Larchmont and Edgewater cover 946 acres on Hampton Boulevard in ZIP 23508, zoned for Larchmont Elementary, the top-scoring Norfolk school for 2025-26.
Neighborhoods
Norview, Norfolk: homes, schools, parks and commute
Norview covers 227 acres around Five Points in ZIP 23513, where Zillow's typical home value was $271,833 in September 2026. Zoned for Norview High.
Neighborhoods
Ocean View, Norfolk: homes, schools, beaches and commute
Ocean View covers 409 acres on the Chesapeake Bay in ZIP 23503, where Zillow's typical home value was $315,126 in September 2026. Zoned for Granby High.
Neighborhoods
Park Place, Norfolk: homes, schools, parks and commute
Park Place covers 306 acres around Colonial Avenue and West 29th Street, split among ZIP codes 23508, 23517 and 23504 and two high school zones.
Neighborhoods
Wards Corner, Norfolk: homes, schools, parks and commute
Wards Corner covers 368 acres in ZIP 23505, where Zillow's typical home value was $327,470 in September 2026, up 2.3% in a year. Zoned for Granby High.
Neighborhoods
Willoughby Spit, Norfolk: homes, schools, beaches and commute
Willoughby covers 336 acres on the spit at I-64 exit 272, in ZIP 23503, where Zillow's typical home value was $315,126 in September 2026.
Neighborhoods
Norfolk vs Portsmouth vs Hampton vs Poquoson: taxes, schools
Real estate tax per $100 for fiscal 2027: Hampton $1.14, Poquoson $1.15, Norfolk $1.23, Portsmouth $1.24. Home values, schools and commutes compared.
Norfolk Public Schools
Norfolk public schools: every school, zone and report card
All 39 Norfolk public schools with a state report card: addresses, grades, fall 2025 enrollment, Virginia framework scores and zone lookups.