General Powers of Local Governments

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This is Chapter 9 of the Code of Virginia, titled “General Powers of Local Governments.” It is part of Subtitle II “Powers of Local Government”, which is part of Title 15.2 “Counties, Cities and Towns”.

Article 1 Public Health and Safety; Nuisances
Article 2 Waste and Recycling
Article 3 Economic Development; Tourism; Historic Preservation
Article 3.1 Governor's Economic Development Grant Fund
Article 4 Public Transportation
Article 5 Additional Powers