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My Henrico Academy (MHA) is a free, interactive learning program. Participants attend seven sessions from May to November that provide the opportunity to learn about county governance, meet county leaders, and learn about Henrico programs and services. Henrico County is committed to supporting all communities in how they live, work and play. Graduating participants can take what they learn about how the county government works, the resources that are available, and the contacts they make and become ambassadors by sharing that information within their communities.

Join Neighborhood Watch to become part of this citizen-police crime fighting partnership.

An Adult Business Permit is required to open an adult oriented/adults only business in Henrico County.

If you want to hold a block party in your neighborhood, a permit is required.

Dance Hall Permit Application

Parade or Marathon Permit Application

To become a pawnbroker in Henrico County, you must meet certain requirements and get a permit.

Precious Metals and Gems Dealer Permit Application

Retired Henrico Police Officer Concealed Weapons Permit Renewal Application

Taxi Driver Permit and/or Taxicab Owner Permit

Applications must be obtained from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms. The Division of Police only assists by conducting a local investigation.

The State of Virginia has allocated funds to provide tax relief for qualifying vehicles in the County of Henrico. The amount of tax relief is based upon the total dollars from the Commonwealth divided by the total tax of all qualifying vehicles in the County.

A Plan of Development (POD) and Site Plan are detailed engineering plans for multi-family, commercial, and industrial projects that contains all of the essential details necessary to construct site improvements. The POD and Site Plan process is designed to coordinate the numerous reviews and recommendations of all applicable Henrico County, State and Federal agencies. This integrated process is managed by the Planning Department and coordinated with County and certain external agencies.

Vendor application Plant Native! Festival

Application for a plumbing permit (commercial and residential).

This application will allow customers to apply for portable water meters.

A pre-application meeting is optional for conditional user permits or variances.

This service is to update Caregiver or Client contact information changes.

How to get more information and/or apply for Project Lifesaver services.

Prepares young adults, ages 14-20 for careers and leadership in the public safety profession.

Have your pet vaccinated at one of our four clinics held annually.

The Real Estate Advantage (REAP) is a tax exemption for qualified seniors, residents that are 100 percent permanently and totally disabled, and their spouses which relieves real estate tax up to a maximum of $3,200.

Formal reconsideration of an assessment is warranted if the property owner believes the assessed value is in excess of or below fair market value, is based on incorrect property information, or is inequitable when compared to similar properties.

An initiative to help qualifying homeowners with their real estate taxes.

Disabled Veterans Tax Exemption of Real Estate Taxes

Refuse collections is only offered to selected service areas of the County.

Information on possible tax exemption of renovations or additions to residential properties.

The power for localities to regulate land uses, given to it by the Commonwealth, includes approval of zoning changes in the form of a rezoning and expansion of uses through the Provisional Use Permit process. Applications can be made through Build Henrico, and forms and process documents can be found on our website. Depending on the type and other aspects of the case, not all of the forms will be needed.

SARA Title III Information and Tier II reporting

Apply for onsite sewage disposal system in Henrico County.

The demonstration project places certain restrictions on the operation and renting of these devices in order to ensure the safety of County residents.

Forms and general information regarding the legal operation of a short-term rental within the County of Henrico.

Application for a sign permit.

A Subdivision plan is a detailed engineering plan for residential projects that contains all of the essential details necessary to construct site improvements. The Subdivision process is designed to coordinate the numerous reviews and recommendations of all applicable Henrico County, State and Federal agencies. For certain residential development, such as townhouse or R-5A, the review process is integrated with the Plan of Development (POD) process. This integrated process is managed by the Planning Department and coordinated with County and certain external agencies.

SNAP offers nutrition assistance to millions of eligible, low-income individuals and families and provides economic benefits to communities.

Tax exemption for surviving spouses of military service members killed in action.

A program that provides cash assistance and supportive services to assist families with children under age 18, helping them achieve economic self-sufficiency.

Application for Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (C/O).

All persons serving food to the public must have a permit for each temporary event.

Administrative review of a one-time special event or a use such as tents, fencing, trailers, stages, that will be removed at the conclusion of the event.

This form is used to authorize the Henrico County Police Division to serve as persons lawfully in charge of your property located in the County of Henrico for purposes of enforcing the trespassing laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia and the County of Henrico, Virginia and forbidding others from trespassing on your property.

The U-Visa and T-Visa certification applications may be certified by law enforcement for nonimmigrant status individuals who are victims of certain crimes and who are currently assisting or have previously assisted law enforcement in the investigation or prosecution of a crime, or who are likely to be helpful in the investigation or prosecution.

Henricopolis is able to assist homeowners on best management practices for urban conservation. Reach out for more information on reducing stormwater runoff on your property and for other helpful resources.

Urban cost-share program that provides financial incentives to property owners installing eligible Best Management Practices (BMPs)

Volunteer opportunities are available with the Police Division from administrative to motorist assistance.

Water, Sewer, and Refuse Collection services are available in different areas of the County. Refuse Collection is an optional service where available.

The Virginia WIC Program serves low-income pregnant, lactating and postpartum women and children up to age five.

One week each summer, Henrico County students, ages 14-17, can experience what it's like to be a Henrico Police Officer in the Henrico Youth Police Academy.

The Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) is appointed by the Circuit Court to provide relief from the zoning regulations in certain circumstances. The following applications may be granted based upon specific criteria found in the Code of Virginia (e.g. for variances, whether the zoning ordinance would unreasonably restrict the use of the property; for conditional use permits, whether the request is consistent with the comprehensive plan and zoning ordinance and will not a have a detrimental impact on nearby property). Extraction operations must also comply with county regulations, as well as with regulations administered by the Virginia Department of Mines, Minerals and Energy. The BZA also hears appeals when a property owner believes they have been aggrieved by a decision of the Planning Director or other County official in the administration of the zoning ordinance.