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1. What are the hours of operation?

The Stafford County Government Center is open Monday through Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM.

Individual departments may have differing hours. Please check their departmental webpage for accurate hours.

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2. Where can I find the budget?

Stafford County’s budget is a financial guide for citizens and staff. The purpose of is to communicate the initiatives authorized by the Board of Supervisors and enacted by the County Administrator. This document accounts for the County’s anticipated income from various revenue sources and how these resources are to be used during the fiscal year. The reader will also find background information such as how the organization is structured and other pertinent statistical data about Stafford County. The Adopted Budget Document, developed for information and planning purposes, represents revenues and expenditures for the year beginning July 1, and ending June 30.

Open Adopted Budget (pdf)

3. Where do I pay a court fine/fee?

You may pay certain fines online or any court fines/fees in person by visiting the Stafford County Courthouse located at 1300 Courthouse Rd., Stafford, VA 22554 during regular office hours, 8:00 AM- 4:30 PM.

4. Where can I make an online payment?

Use myStafford Portal to Search, View and/or Pay your Stafford accounts in one convenient location. You may also make payments in person at the Stafford County Treasurer’s Office located in the George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, located at 1300 Courthouse Rd, Stafford, VA 22554.

Go to myStafford Portal

5. Where can I apply for a building permit?

Stafford County’s Department of Public Works handles the application and processing for all residential and commercial permitting. Public Works

6. Where can I file a complaint?

Please fill out a Citizen Request form or visit the George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, located at 1300 Courthouse Rd., Stafford, VA 22554.

7. How can I start or expand my business in Stafford?

Our Department of Economic Development is here to help you find what you need to get your business running. Visit our Economic Development page today to get started.