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Virginia Beach Cracks Down on Oceanfront Business Signage

Nearly 100 vendors have been cited for code violations.

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6 months ago

November 26, 2025

Signs of the Times Staff

An Oceanfront business owner being interviewed. Photo courtesy of WTVR CBS 6 News’ Facebook page.

Virginia Beach, VA has issued 97 violations to Oceanfront businesses as part of a crackdown on signage ordinances, WTVR CBS 6 News reports.

The city cited 74 businesses for window signage violations. Officials say the increased enforcement, which began toward the end of the summer with the removal of vulgar T-shirts from shop displays, is part of an effort to improve Oceanfront’s appearance and prepare for upcoming investments in the Atlantic Ave. The crackdown comes as vendors are struggling, according to a business owner interviewed by WTVR.

To read the full story by WTVR CBS 6 News, click here.

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