A. 
At the time of the enactment of this chapter, any legally approved subdivision which does not conform to this chapter shall be deemed suitable, provided that:
(1) 
All improvements on the original approved final plat are completed within two years after enactment of this chapter.
(2) 
Any improvements in a partial state of completion at the end of said two-year period be adjusted to conform to this chapter.
(3) 
Any improvements initiated after the end of said two-year period shall conform to this chapter.
B. 
However, nothing herein shall require the establishment of a backup septic system drainfield as required by § 147-19 on any lot approved as of 12/7/1987.
[Amended 10-6-2025]
No permit shall be issued by any administrative officer of Rappahannock County, Virginia, for the construction of any building or other improvements requiring a permit upon any land concerning which a plat is required by this chapter unless and until the requirements of this chapter have been complied with. Any person aggrieved by the decision of the agent or any other administrative official whose decision is required pursuant to this chapter may appeal said decision to the agent.
[Amended 10-6-2025]
This chapter may be amended in whole or in part by the governing body; provided, however, that no such amendment shall be adopted without a public hearing having been held. Notice of the time and place of the hearing shall have been given pursuant to § 15.2-2204 of the Code of Virginia 1950, as amended.