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Builders and Designers Guild

Guild Overview
Based on a strong commitment to and presence in the housing market, NRHA established a Builders and Designers Guild (“the Guild”). The Guild is comprised of builders, architects and qualified designers, who share a common belief that quality design and craftsmanship are integral components of creating great neighborhoods. Guild membership is required for single-family (attached and detached) construction projects, where NRHA is the land developer. The Guild may ultimately be expanded to include multifamily and other development scenarios.
Guild Goals

- Establish and maintain quality builder/homebuyer relationships,
resulting in positive customer satisfaction for homebuyers in NRHA developments - Promote a high level of construction
quality and recognize excellent builder performance - Facilitate good communication between NRHA, the city and the design-build team
- Enhance revitalization of Norfolk’s architectural and building legacy through continuous improvement in housing design and craftsmanship
Below are links to PDF documents useful for Builders working with NRHA.
- Design Services Program Introduction
- Single-Family Design Standards
- Ocean View Single-Family Design Standards
- Residential Submittal Requirements
- Appeals Process
- Landscaping Guidelines
- City of Norfolk Residential Plan Review Checklist
- Construction Inspections
- Restrictive Covenants: For Builders
- Exterior Materials Selection Sheet
- Seasonal Seeding Submittal Sheet
- Site Maintenance Regimen
- Restrictive Covenants: For Homeowners
- Restrictive Covenants: For Realtors
- Description of Materials (FHA) Form
- Fencing Guidelines
