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Norfolk
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Reusing surplus airport land

Summary

With a runway closed, the airport authority wants to lease or sell four surplus parcels — including a proposed hotel and a gas station. The commission agreed to start drafting the zoning rules that would allow it.

At a glance

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Last discussed Jul 23, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Leasing or selling airport land could bring hotel and fuel-tax revenue to the area.

✅Who benefits

Travelers and nearby businesses would gain a hotel and gas station near the airport.

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