When and where is the public hearing for the Swaby Academy Special Use Permit?

The hearing is May 18, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. in the Town of Orange Community Meeting Room, 235 Warren Street.

How can I submit comments about the SUP request?

You can speak at the hearing or email written comments beforehand to townplanner@townoforangeva.gov.

Where can I review the full Special Use Permit request?

Copies are on file at the Department of Community Development, 235 Warren Street, or contact Deborah Sturm at (540) 672-6917.

What property is proposed for the vocational school?

The proposal is for 385 Waugh Blvd., Tax Map #044-111, currently zoned TAC.

Public Hearing — 235 Warren Street, Orange, VA

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The Town Council of Orange will hold a public hearing on May 18, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. to consider a Special Use Permit (SUP2026-02) request from Swaby Academy to operate a vocational school at 385 Waugh Blvd. Interested parties may speak or submit comments by email.

Key Takeaways

Public hearing: May 18, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
Proposal: vocational school at 385 Waugh Blvd (Swaby Academy)
Location for hearing: Orange Community Meeting Room, 235 Warren St
Written comments accepted via townplanner@townoforangeva.gov
Request available at Department of Community Development

Published: May 13, 2026 · 1 week ago
Category: Public Hearing
City: Orange
Address: 235 Warren Street, Orange, VA

Research context

2 public hearing notices in Orange (last 12 months)

What to do next

1
Attend the public hearing
Go to the Community Meeting Room, 235 Warren Street, on May 18, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. to speak or listen.
2
Submit written comments
Email comments before the meeting to townplanner@townoforangeva.gov.
3
Review application materials
Visit the Department of Community Development at 235 Warren Street or call Deborah Sturm at (540) 672-6917 for copies.

Frequently asked questions

When and where is the public hearing for the Swaby Academy Special Use Permit?: The hearing is May 18, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. in the Town of Orange Community Meeting Room, 235 Warren Street.
How can I submit comments about the SUP request?: You can speak at the hearing or email written comments beforehand to townplanner@townoforangeva.gov.
Where can I review the full Special Use Permit request?: Copies are on file at the Department of Community Development, 235 Warren Street, or contact Deborah Sturm at (540) 672-6917.
What property is proposed for the vocational school?: The proposal is for 385 Waugh Blvd., Tax Map #044-111, currently zoned TAC.

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Legal terms in this notice

Special Use Permit: A permit allowing a land use not normally permitted, granted with conditions by the local government.
Town Activity Center (TAC): A local zoning district that sets allowed uses and development standards for central town areas.

Full Notice Text

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The public is hereby advised that the Town Council of the Town of Orange will hold a Public Hearing on the following matter in the Town of Orange Community Meeting Room located at 235 Warren Street, Orange, VA 22960 on Monday, May 18, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. All persons with an interest in the same are encouraged to attend this Public Hearing. Oral and/or written comments will be received at that time; comments will also be accepted via email to townplanner@townoforangeva.gov prior to the meeting. SPECIAL USE PERMIT REQUEST FROM SWABY ACADEMY FOR A VOCATIONAL SCHOOL SUP # - SUP2026-02 The Town of Orange has received a request from Elfrida Swaby on behalf of Swaby Academy for a Special Use Permit for 385 Waugh Blvd., Tax Map #044-111, for a Vocational School. This location is currently zoned Town Activity Center (TAC). Chapter 19, Article 3-40.90 provides for this use through the special use permit process. Further information and copies of the complete request are on file and available for review in the Department of Community Development located at 235 Warren Street or by contacting Deborah Sturm, ICMA-CM, AICP, Zoning Administrator at (540) 672-6917. Chris Snider, Town Manager Orange, VA May 6 – 18, 2026

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