city · Henrico County · Virginia

Henrico County, Virginia Building Permits & Zoning

Regulatory data for residential homebuilders and land developers

5.4

Friction Index Moderate Regulatory Environment

Permit Timeline

38 days

5-6 weeks

Total Fees Est.

$12,175

per residential lot

Impact Fees

$8,900

per lot

Permit Fee

$2,300

residential

Plan Review Fee

$975

per application

Delay Risk

26%

probability of delay

Zoning & Requirements

Permitting Requirements

✓ Building permit application
✓ Site plan review
✓ Proffer agreement (rezonings)
✓ Comprehensive plan compliance
✓ Stormwater management plan
✓ Erosion & sediment control
✓ Fire Marshal review
✓ Health Department review
✓ Traffic impact analysis (50+ lots)
✓ Tree preservation plan
✓ Utility adequacy letter

Process Notes

Staffing & Operations

Henrico County Planning Department. Large suburban county surrounding Richmond. Efficient permitting process for standard residential. West End and Short Pump areas very active. Proffer system less onerous than Northern Virginia. Good builder relationships. Online portal available.

Recent Changes

September 2025: Updated 2045 Comprehensive Plan. October 2025: Revised proffer guidelines. No significant fee increases for 2026. November 2025: Enhanced stormwater management requirements. County investing in utility infrastructure expansions.

Rezone Probability

66%

Contact Information

Permit Office Phone

(804) 501-4602

Official Website

https://henrico.us/planning/

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