Henrico adopts ‘Henrico Next’ 2045 comprehensive plan with changes and an environmental‑justice study

Jul 28, 2026

After an extended presentation and public comment, the Board approved the county’s 2045 comprehensive plan with Planning Commission amendments, removed the proposed A2 agricultural district from the code changes, and authorized a 12‑month environmental justice study to inform a future plan amendment.

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The Board of Supervisors voted to adopt Henrico Next, the county’s 2045 comprehensive plan, after an extended staff presentation describing public engagement and plan components and a lengthy public hearing. Planning Director (S27) summarized a multi‑year outreach effort and said staff had incorporated Planning Commission recommendations, including removing six conceptual roads from the draft Major Thoroughfare Plan and adjusting density guidance for prime agricultural/rural conservation areas. The Planning Commission recommended removing a proposed new A2 agricultural zoning district; the board supported that approach and asked for additional study and stakeholder work on rural conservation measures.

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