Welcome to the Town of Chincoteague's official website. A complete guide to our beautiful land by the sea for residents and visitors alike.
Located in the far northeastern portion of Virginia's Eastern Shore lies a quaint paradise island so beautiful that it draws over one million visitors annually and has become the home of over 4,300 residents. The Town of Chincoteague is dedicated to providing its citizens and visitors with an island rich in beauty, values, and traditions. Please browse our site for a closer look - or better yet, come visit our island!
News and Announcements
Council Calendar: April 2018 May 2018
Town Decals
The Town of Chincoteague decals are on sale. Vehicle decals are $27. You must bring the current registration to purchase your annual decal. The 2018 decal should have been displayed on your vehicle by Sunday, April 15th. Note: Personal property taxes must be paid in full at the time of your decal purchase.
2018 Business License Renewal Reminder:
2018 Business License renewals are due in the Town office not later than Tuesday, May 1st, 2018. If you have not reported your gross receipts and made payment for your 2018 Business License please do so by May 1st. Please note: all outstanding taxes must be paid in full prior to renewal.
Click here for a blank Business License Renewal Application:
Stuff the Trolley: School Supply Drive
We are proud to announce the Stuff the Trolley School Supply Drive. Please join us with helping our students with school supplies for the coming year.
Click Here for more information Click Here for the Merchant Letter
Employment Opportunities:
TROLLEY DRIVERS:
The Town of Chincoteague, Inc. is accepting applications for part time seasonal Trolley drivers. Candidates for the position should have a valid CDL license and passenger endorsement.
Applications can be picked up at the Town Office or obtained from the Town of Chincoteague website. EEO.
Completed applications should be directed to:
Town of Chincoteague, Inc.
Attn: Director of Transportation
6150 Community Drive
Chincoteague Island, VA 23336
Hazardous Waste Collection:
This is sponsored by the Accomack-Northampton Planning District Commission. If you have questions please call: (757) 787-2936 or email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Committee Openings:
The Building Code Board of Appeals has an immediate opening.
If you are interested in serving on this Committee please email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or submit your request to serve and qualifications to the Town office: Town of Chincoteague, C/O Kenny Lewis Building and Zoning Administrator, 6150 Community Drive, Chincoteague, VA 23336.
2017 Consumer Confidence Reports (CCR)
The Town of Chincoteague Water System performed routine monitoring of contaminants in your drinking water during the 2017 calendar year. Test results indicate all these contaminants were below allowable levels and no violations were reported. You are strongly urged to visit:
CLICK HERE to view your 2017 Annual Water Quality Report and learn more about Chincoteague’s drinking water. This Water Quality Report contains important information about the source and quality of your drinking water. To speak with someone about the report or request a printed copy be mailed to your home please call (757) 336-3366.
Special Announcement
The Town of Chincoteague is proud to announce that you can watch Town meetings live. Just click on the "Watch Town Meetings Live" button at the top right corner of this page.
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Eastern Shore State Vehicle Inspection Stations
Annual Flood Protection Information
Annual Flood Protection Information now online: Select 'Flood Maps' in the banner at the top of the page or click here.
See 'Flood Maps' tab above for public notice about new Floodplain Maps and Study that went into effective May 18, 2015. Town Council adopted the amendments to the Town Zoning Ordinance, including the definition of building height, at their regular meeting held on May 4, 2015.
Important Announcement
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.
Click here for information regarding the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).
Emergency Call-Out System
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Click the following logo to download the app:
Town of Chincoteague Email Broadcast System - Enter your email address here.
Emergency Supply Kit: Click here
