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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.

This program offers citizen volunteers the opportunity to become proactive in the fight against litter throughout Henrico County.

Fill this form out and submit after completing your organization's cleanup.

If you are doing a project for Keep Henrico Beautiful and need supplies, please fill out the form and submit to us.

Henrico Extension Master Gardeners are trained volunteer educators. They work within their local communities to encourage and promote environmentally sound horticulture practices through sustainable landscape management education and training.

The Henrico County Volunteer Program offers opportunities for individuals to volunteer time and services to County departments and outside community partners through volunteering.

Did you happen to see a big blue sign with the County Seal and the words “Public Hearing”? The sign indicates that a property owner has applied for rezoning, a use permit, or a variance.

Register to participate in Board of Supervisor meetings during the public comment period and public hearing items.

Information and registration form access are located on this page. There are also photos of past academies and description of the academy.

Find if there is a Community Cleanup scheduled near you.

Henrico County Emergency Management (EM) has developed a template to help State licensed facilities meet the requirement for developing Comprehensive Emergency Management Plans (CEMP).

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.

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.

Henrico County Emergency Management (EM) strengthens emergency preparedness by working with residents, homeowner’s associations, civic groups, nonprofits, faith-based organizations, and businesses throughout the county.

Linking older adults, caregivers, and families to services from Henrico County and other regional organizations.

Business located within the Henrico Enterprise Zone are eligible for financial and other assistance from both the County of Henrico and the Commonwealth of Virginia for business expansion and improvements to business property.

In addition to the county Zoning Ordinance, Henrico follows state law regulations regarding exotic animals. These laws apply in Henrico and are subject to change.

Report buildings or structures in disrepair, overcrowding, work taking place without required permits or graffiti that is visible from the public right of way.

File a zoning ordinance violation complaint.

Financial assistance with downpayment and closing costs for qualified first-time, low and moderate income homebuyers is available for persons purchasing a home in Henrico County.

The Henrico Extension Office offers presentations to interested garden clubs, civic organizations, homeowners associations, and other community organizations in Henrico County.

CERT event volunteer hours recorded.

The Henrico County Community Emergency Response Team (HCCERT) actively supports Henrico County residents by promoting community preparedness efforts. HCCERT volunteers prioritize ensuring their families, friends, and coworkers are ready for disasters before they happen. To achieve this goal, volunteers develop critical skills, including basic first aid, triage, fire safety, utility control, and light search-and-rescue techniques.

Henrico Alert is one of the many tools that Henrico County Public Safety officials can use to notify you of critical information like evacuation notices to missing child alerts.

Quarterly safety training for any age to receive training in Fire or EMS.

Business located within the Henrico Investment Program area are eligible for financial and other assistance from the County of Henrico for business expansion and improvements to business property.

Does your neighborhood have a Homeowners Association (HOA)? Use the Lookup feature to examine the boundaries of an HOA and identify common areas. If you have any questions or comments about the Lookup call 501-4757.

Assist current homeowners with improvements to their homes with both minor and emergency repairs and moderate rehabilitation.

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.

The District provides assistance for agricultural practices that protect and improve water quality of Virginia's streams and rivers.

The program includes an interactive presentation, meet and greet with county officials, and educational activities. Students and scouts will be given participation forms and additional material to help them accomplish their assignments or badge requirements.

Henrico Area Prevention Services supports individuals, family, and community strengths by reducing the influence of risk factors and increasing protective factors.

Henrico County is making the lifesaving drug naloxone available at no cost in several public facilities to help reduce overdose deaths and to support individuals in recovery from opioid addiction. 

Request a speaker or event participation from the Outreach & Engagement team.

Vendor application Plant Native! Festival

Find Polling Location, Voting Precinct Information, Elected Officials, Driving Direction to Polling Location, Election Sample Ballot

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In response to public safety and health concerns, Henrico County has tightened its regulations for businesses that sell recreational substances (e.g., stores that sell tobacco, flavored vapes, pipes, bongs, cannabis/hemp-derived products, etc.).

This program provides funding for septic tank pumping and waste removal. Inspection, repairs, and other services are not included.

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

Signup for the HenricoNews weekly email, and Word on the Street DPU/DPW monthly email.

Students from each of our high schools fill the roles of general government and school administrative officials on one special day each year.

Empowering Substance Use Recovery and Inspiring Connection

Henrico County’s Community Maintenance Division, along with the Division of Police, are required to act upon any abandoned motor vehicle parked on a public right of way, such as on the side of the road or in a median.

A free program to give Henrico County citizens tree seedlings.

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

A zoning confirmation letter is a written statement of the zoning regulations, permitted uses, and development approvals related to a parcel of land. They are frequently requested by lenders or others involved in a commercial real estate transaction who need written assurance that the property complies with all local land use regulations.