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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
Overview and Application
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
