Plan Review
The Engineering Division reviews new site plans and subdivisions for accuracy with respect to existing facilities, proposed utility design, stormwater management practices and erosion and sediment controls.
Construction Inspection
The Engineering Division inspects construction projects within the City limits including inspection of the installation of sanitary sewer, storm sewer and water mains, newly constructed streets, and other public improvements.
Design and Construction Standards Manual
Erosion and Sediment Control
The Engineering Division inspects the establishment and maintenance of Erosion and Sediment Control measures, locally overseeing the enforcement of the Virginia State Erosion and Sediment Control Regulations.
- Water Protection Ordinance (City Code Chapter 9)
- Virginia Department of Environmental Quality Erosion and Sediment Control
Stormwater Management
The Engineering Division locally oversees the enforcement of the Virginia State Stormwater Management Regulations and the requirements of the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System, Phase II regulations for MS4 (Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System) designation.
Floodplain Management
Floodplain Management (Zoning Ordinance Chapter 14-1)
FEMA Floodplain Insurance Program
Kelly Henshaw, P.E.
City Engineer
Rouss City Hall
15 North Cameron Street
Winchester, VA 22601
(540) 667-1815, ext. 1481
Fax (540) 662-3351
Email