Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 1163: Subdivision ordinances; optional provisions, time-based restrictions.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 1163 is a bill introduced in the Virginia House on January 14, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Subdivision ordinances; optional provisions, time-based restrictions. Primary sponsor: Mike Webert (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 18, 2026): Left in Committee Counties, Cities and Towns.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Optional provisions in subdivision ordinances; time-based restrictions. Adds to the list of optional provisions in local subdivision ordinances provisions restricting the frequency of permissible subdivisions for a qualifying property within a specified time frame not to exceed seven years. The bill requires such provisions to enumerate the required qualifications for eligible properties and to establish procedures for seeking a subdivision of property.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Webert | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 61 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Left in Committee Counties, Cities and Towns
- Subcommittee recommends laying on the table (6-Y 0-N)
- Assigned HCCT sub: Subcommittee #3
- Referred to Committee on Counties, Cities and Towns
- Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26102095D