For the purpose of this subchapter, the following definition shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
PUBLIC NUISANCE. Every activity or condition that endangers life or health, obstructs the reasonable and comfortable use of property, gives offense to the senses so as to cause a positive and material disturbance or annoyance in the use or occupation of property or as described in § 93.18(B) or (C) shall be deemed to be a public nuisance.
(1997 Code, § 30-51)
Statutory reference:
Offensive annoyances, see VA Code, § 15.2-2013