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Leesburg, Virginia Building Permits & Zoning

Regulatory data for residential homebuilders and land developers

6.5

Friction Index Moderate Regulatory Environment

Permit Timeline

50 days

7 weeks

Total Fees Est.

$19,650

per residential lot

Impact Fees

$15,200

per lot

Permit Fee

$3,100

residential

Plan Review Fee

$1,350

per application

Delay Risk

40%

probability of delay

Zoning & Requirements

Permitting Requirements

✓ Building permit application
✓ Site plan review
✓ Historic district review (Old Town)
✓ Zoning compliance review
✓ Loudoun County coordination (schools/utilities)
✓ Stormwater management plan
✓ Tree preservation plan
✓ Fire Marshal review
✓ Utility connection permits

Process Notes

Staffing & Operations

Town of Leesburg Planning & Zoning. Historic town (Loudoun County seat) with active downtown. Limited infill opportunities. Coordinate with Loudoun County for utilities and schools. Historic district review for Old Town properties. Development east toward Dulles more active.

Recent Changes

January 2026: Updated Historic District Guidelines for Old Town. October 2025: Revised zoning ordinance for mixed-use. December 2025: New stormwater requirements. Coordinate proffer requirements with Loudoun County for areas within town limits.

Rezone Probability

50%

Contact Information

Permit Office Phone

(703) 737-7092

Official Website

https://www.leesburgva.gov/government/departments/planning-and-zoning

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