Adult Mental Health Recovery Services
Services for adults with severe and persistent mental illness are based on evidence that major mental illness are brain diseases, which result in chronic illness. Symptoms are often life long, causing impairment in the persons' thought process and their ability to function in expected daily life activities, including employment, independent living and interpersonal relationships. Eligibility require- ments include a diagnosis of serious mental illness accompanied by poor social and occupational functioning and a history of or expectation of persistence of the illness over time. With appropriate treatment, rehabilitation and support, individuals can live successful lives in the community.
Alarm Security System Registration – Commercial
Henrico County's Alarm Ordinance requires registration of security alarm systems for businesses and residences.
Amusement Device
Application for an amusement device permit.
Application for Blasting Permit
Application for blasting and requirements.
Application for Fireworks Permit
Application for Fireworks permit in Henrico County
Application for Fumigation Permit
Application for fumigation and requirements.
Apply for a Job
Apply for employment at the County of Henrico.
Apply for a Park Event Permit
A permit is required to hold outdoor events on Henrico County park property. Events may be held during regular park hours; parks are open daily from dawn to dusk year-round.
Apply to be a Foster Parent
Foster Care is a service provided to families that are experiencing a major crisis or difficulty in parenting such as abuse, neglect, substance abuse, mental health issues, stress, and/or lack of family support.
Become A Deputy
Basics of a Sheriff's Deputy job duties and applicant requirements
Become a Student Election Page
Become a Student Election Page
Become an Election Official in Henrico County
To help ensure the integrity of the Election Process on Election day , we need Election Officials in Polling Locations. Please consider applying today!
Become an Intern
Henrico County's Internship Program offers students learning and professional experience in a variety of areas.
Building Permit – Commercial
Applications and forms needed for a commercial building permit, plan review comments and permit resubmittals
(new buildings, alterations/additions, moving, demolition, tenant upfits, tents and trailers).
Building Permit – Residential
Applications and forms needed for a residential building permit, plan review comments and permit resubmittals (new houses, renovations/additions, moving, demolition, decks, porches, sheds, garages & swimming pools).
Bulky Waste Collections
Bulky Waste Curbside Collection Services are available to any Henrico County resident through TurboHaul, Inc.
Business License
Application for Business License
Change of Use & C/O Reissue
Application for a change of use or certificate of occupancy (C/O) reissuance.
Citizens and Senior Citizens Police Academy
Have you ever wondered what it's like to be the person behind the badge? Enroll in one of our Citizens Police Academies to find out!
Civil Celebrants
A civil celebrant is a person authorized by the Circuit Court to perform and officiate a legal marriage ceremony.
Civilian Fire Academy
The Henrico Civilian Fire Academy invites individuals over 18 to join our dynamic program. Enrollment requires a mandatory criminal background check. Additionally, we warmly welcome Henrico County employees and their spouses to be an integral part of this valuable experience.
Community Development Associates Program
Learn more and apply to be a Community Development Associate.
Concealed Handgun Permits
Concealed Handgun Permits are regulated by the Commonwealth of Virginia and issued by the Circuit Court Clerk.
Demolition Permit
Application for a Demolition Permit.
Developmental Services
Henrico Area Mental Health & Developmental Services is committed to delivering high quality services. Programs are licensed by the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services. Professional staff includes case managers, intellectual disability specialists, clinical social workers, clinical psychologists, psychiatrists, psychiatric nurses, and prevention specialists. Extensive supervision and consultation is provided to all staff and professional development is required. Ongoing evaluation of programs is conducted to assure high quality services.
Dog License
A dog license is required for dogs four months of age or older unless the dog is used as a service dog. Licenses must be obtained no later than 30 days after a dog turns four months old or within 30 days of the expiration date on the license receipt.
Kennel licenses are due on January 1st and no later than January 31st of each year and are paid annually.
Electrical Permit
Application for an electrical permit (commercial and residential) including residential solar panel permit and inspection requirements.
Elevator Permit
Application for an elevator permit (commercial and residential).
Fingerprints
Get fingerprinted for employment or any other need dictated by law, except for Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) purposes.
Fire Protection System Permit
Application for a fire protection system permit. This permit includes fire sprinkler systems and alternative fire suppression systems, fire pumps, commercial fire alarm or detection systems, kitchen hood systems, underground fire lines and other fire protection equipment or devices for commercial and residential uses.
Food Vendor Application for Henrico County Properties
This is an application to acquire the permission to sell food on Henrico County properties.
Foodservice Permit Application
Before opening a new or extensively remodeled foodservice facility or transferring ownership, the foodservice operator must obtain a foodservice permit from the Henrico County Health Department.
Henrico Police Apartment Coalition (HPAC)
The Police Division invites all multi-family housing community managers and owners to join HPAC.
Henrico Police Athletic League (PAL)
Support, join, or volunteer for this program that serves Henrico County youths in grades K-12.
Join the SMART Lawns Program
The SMART Lawns program is on hiatus for 2024. Please check back April 2025!
Land Use Program
Title 58.1-3230 through 3244 of the Code of Virginia provides for the assessment of land based on use value rather than market value. Use value is the assessment of the land for a specific purpose and is generally lower than market value. This is a local option statute adopted by Henrico County in 1976. The requirements for qualification and use values are established by the State Land Evaluation Advisory Council.
Landlord Authorization Form
This form is to be filled out by landlords who rent to a person that is applying for water/sewer service.
Landowner and Agricultural Producer Services
The District provides assistance for agricultural practices that protect and improve water quality of Virginia's streams and rivers.
Library Card Applicaton
Library cards are good at all of the Henrico Library branches including the Mobile Library Services.
Lodging Permit Application
Before opening a new or extensively remodeled lodging facility (hotel, Bed & Breakfast, Campground, Summer Camp) or transferring ownership, the lodging operator must obtain a lodging permit from the Henrico County Health Department.
Long Term/Personal Care Assessment Services
If you or someone in your family needs nursing facility care or personal care in the home and cannot afford the cost, you may be eligible to have this service covered by Medicaid. You can apply for Medicaid online or at your local Department of Social Services.
Marriage Licenses
Information on how to obtain a marriage license in Virginia.
Mechanical Permit
Application for a mechanical permit (includes commercial and residential for mechanical and elevator).
Medicaid
A jointly funded, Federal-State health insurance program for low-income and needy people. It covers children, the aged, blind, and/or disabled and other people who are eligible to receive federally assisted income maintenance payments.
Mobile Food Unit Permit Application
A Health Permit is required for Class II, III, and IV Mobile Food Units before they can be licensed to operate.
Modification Request
Request for modification of the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code (USBC).