Town of Chincoteague – Official Town website of Chincoteague Island

The Chincoteague Chamber of Commerce is the official tourism office and website of Chincoteague Island and is a Destination Marketing Organization (DMO) and Certified Visitor Center designated by Viriginia Tourism Corporation. As the DMO for the Town of Chincoteague Island, the Chincoteague Chamber of Commerce is tasked with increasing visitation to the island to support hospitality and related businesses who depend on tourism for their livelihood. Tourism is the #1 economic driver on an island where wild ponies, natural attractions, and rocket launches are key tourism products.

2025 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report

Current Project Updates

South Main Street Property Purchase

Short Term Rental Ordinance

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Trolley Transit Development Plan

The Town of Chincoteague’s Transit Development Plan can be found at: 2026 Pony Express TDP – Final

Citizen Service Opportunities

CITIZEN SERVICE The Town of Chincoteague occasionally has opportunities for citizens to serve on various committees or boards. If you would like to volunteer to lend your expertise and efforts to serve the town and your fellow citizens, please complete the included from and submit to the Town Manager at mtolbert@chincoteague-va.gov or mail to the […]

Septic Partners Program

Emergency Call-Out System

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FY26 Budget

FIRST PUBLIC SEWER SYSTEM

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Septic Assistance Program

Septic Assistance Program The Town of Chincoteague is accepting Applications for its Septic Assistance Program. This program awards grant funds to qualified residents for the repair or replacement of a failing septic system. Applications will be reviewed and qualified by Town Personnel and awards made on a first come first served basis. Click here for […]

ADOPT-A-ROAD PROGRAM

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EV CHARGING STATION INFORMATION

EV Charging Pilot Established in Three Local Towns A&N Innovative Solutions, a subsidiary of A&N electric Cooperative, has established a public electric vehicle charger pilot program in three Eastern Shore towns. Innovative Solutions is partnering with the cooperative’s power supplier Old Dominion Electric Cooperative to install two single-port, tandem pole-mounted chargers in Chincoteague, Onancock and […]

IMPORTANT NOTICE – Change in Past Due Utility Accounts Collection Policy

As of July 1st, 2023, there will be NO doorhangers for “Final Notices” for past due utility (water/trash) accounts. Payment must be made by the due date, or your account will be discontinued. Service interruption for non-payment will be as indicated on your Final Notice letter for late payment. Please contact the Town Office at […]

CHANGES TO COMMERCIAL FLAG ORDINANCE

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE CHANGES TO ARTICLE VII, SECTION B, 7.13.10 FLAGS, COMMERCIAL

CHANGE TO: Sec. 46-69 Commercial Solid Waste Collection

CLICK HERE FOR CHANGES TO SEC. 46-69 COMMERCIAL SOLID WASTE COLLECTION

HOW TO PROPERLY DISPLAY YOUR 9-1-1 ADDRESS

Comprehensive Plan 2020

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2024 Annual Flood Protection Information

Annual Flood Protection Information now online. You will also see the most recent Code changes that affect; household garbage, snow emergencies and a reminder about grass clippings. Click here for Flood Protection Information. Please contact the Building and Zoning Administrator for more information.

DMV Stops for Unpaid Personal Property Taxes

The Town of Chincoteague has implemented a DMV Stop for unpaid personal property taxes. To have your DMV Stop removed the total amount due of your personal property taxes PLUS a $25 DMV charge and a $25 Town collection charge must be paid in full.

Virginia Department of Emergency Management Information:

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Freedom of Information

Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).

Emergency Call-Out System

Click on the logo below to register: Click on the logo below to view the video for the App Alert: Town of Chincoteague Email Broadcast System – Enter your email address here. Emergency Supply Kit: Click here