Va. Code § 15.2-3523
Current with changes from the 2024 legislative session through ch. 845
In any proceedings instituted under the provisions of this article for the creation of a consolidated city, any voter, person having an interest or property owner of any locality which is a party to the consolidation agreement may by petition become party to the proceedings. Any locality having a common boundary, or other person affected by the proceedings may appear and shall be made party to the case.
Va. Code § 15.2-3523