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Panorama of Norfolk File 194-914-920

Norfolk, VA city

structure #895905164building

School Administration Building

existing 53.6 m 12 floors

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Main Roof Height53.6 m
Tip Height53.6 m
Architectural Height53.6 m
Roof Height53.6 m
Floors12
Structural Formhigh-rise building
Main Usagegovernment office
Status existing
Architectural Stylemodern
Address800 East City Hall Avenue
Smart Address800 East City Hall Avenue
Smart Address200 St. Paul's Boulevard
CityNorfolk
CountryUnited States
Source: SKYDB | As of: 2026-09-16

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