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Land use is one of the most important aspects of community planning. In Westmoreland, the county and its incorporated towns maintain separate planning and zoning authority.
Comprehensive Plan
Guidelines for the future use and development of land within the County's jurisdiction are set forth in its Comprehensive Plan. The Planning and Transportation Commission develops the Comprehensive Plan.
Zoning Ordinances
Westmoreland County has updated the Zoning Ordinances as of April 12, 2006.
The ordinances are available directly by PDF download.
Additionally, the ordinance may be viewed Monday - Friday, 8:30a -
4:30p at either the Land Use office or the County Administrator's office
located in the George English Building in Montross. Copies will also be
available in each of the three county branches of the Central
Rappahannock Regional Library.
Subdivision Ordinance
Promotes long term sustainability of homes and neighborhoods within the county.
For the detailed ordinances, please contact the Land Use office for assistance.
Subdivision Ordinances for Westmoreland County.
Erosion and Sediment Control Ordinance [PDF 71KB]
Adopted in 1975, this ordinance helps protect the water and land resources of both Westmoreland County and the Chesapeake Bay by controlling sediment pollution from development.
Flood Plain Management Ordinance
Westmoreland County adopted a Flood Plain Management Ordinance in 1987. It is designed to prevent the loss of life, health and safety as well as the disruption of services and unnecessary expenditures resulting from floods.
Flood Hazard Mapping
Federal Emergency Management Agency
Land Application of Biosolids
Westmoreland County Code provides for regulation of the land application of biosolids, commonly known as sludge. Applicators must obtain a permit from the Virginia Department of Health prior to the application of biosolids. Westmoreland County personnel monitor applications to ensure compliance with regulations. Citizens having concerns or complaints regarding biosolids should contact: Heather Straughan, Biosolids Monitor, Westmoreland County Land Use Administration, at 804-493-0120 or jwise@westmoreland-county.org
For additional resources regarding biosolids, visit these web sites:
Virginia Cooperative Extension www.ext.vt.edu
[Use the VCE Search for "biosolids"]
Virginia Department of Health www.vdh.state.va.us
[Use the VDH Search for "biosolids"]
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