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Opportunity Zones 2.0 nominations

Norfolk

Summary

Norfolk nominated all 29 eligible census tracts, but only 7 to 10 are expected to win approval under stricter federal criteria. Mayor Alexander wants data on how much private money Zones 1.0 actually attracted before the city banks on 2.0.

At a glance

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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 29, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Tax-free appreciation on 10-year investments could attract private capital, but Zone 1.0 results were mixed.

✅Who benefits

Investors and economically distressed neighborhoods that attract qualifying investment.

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