Planning and Zoning Department

Responsibilities

Stafford County's Planning and Zoning Department provides services related to the well being and orderly development of the community. Three primary areas of responsibility include current planning, long range planning, and code enforcement. In addition, the Planning and Zoning Department provides guidance to the Board of Supervisors and appointed Boards and Commissions in developing and implementing the vision of Stafford County. 

The Board of Supervisors has requested the Planning Commission to consider proposed standards for Data Centers. A Planning Commission committee has been established.

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Divisions of the Planning and Zoning Department

Administration

Oversight of the Planning Commission, Architectural Review Board, Agricultural and Land Conservation (ALC) Committee, Historical Commission, and works with County Administration with regard to Planning and Zoning items for the Board of Supervisors' review.  

Development Review

Responsible for the processing, routing, code compliance reviews and project management for site plans, subdivision/construction plans, and plat applications. 

Long Range Planning

Provides vision and guidance for the long range development of the county. Responsibilities include creating and maintaining the Comprehensive Plan, Land Use applications for Rezoning and Conditional Use Permits (CUP), and the establishment and management of Proffers. 

Zoning and Compliance


Responsible for enforcing the county's Zoning Code regulations. This includes document review for compliance, land use reviews, zoning verifications and determinations, compliance inspections, and handling issues affecting community appearance.





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PLAN SUBMISSIONS

Please use the below link to our new system for submitting digital plans. User guide and information is provided to assist navigation. 

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Electronic Submission Standards