Henrico County hosting meeting August 29th to discuss Glen Allen Small Area Study

The Henrico County Planning Department will hold an open house Tuesday, August 29th for residents and other members of the public to provide input on what is being called the Glen Allen Small Area Study.

In February 2016, the Planning Department began a small area study to examine what is generally considered the center of the Glen Allen area of Henrico County. This study was prompted by a general concern by citizens for preserving the area’s existing character.

Henrico’s 2026 Comprehensive Plan identifies special focus areas with characteristics that warrant attention and consideration beyond the plan’s land-use policies. The study will examine the Glen Allen area for possible designation as a special focus area and the potential for an overlay district to further guide future development.

In the months ahead, public hearings and other meetings will be held so residents can provide more focused input on the study’s recommendations. The Glen Allen Small Area Study ultimately will be presented to the Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors for review and approval.

The meeting will be held from 4:30 to 7:30 PM at the Glen Allen Cultural Arts Center located at 2880 Mountain Road. The informal structure will allow residents to attend at their convenience and to ask questions and discuss the study one on one with Planning staff.

The study will focus on an approximately 161-acre area around the intersection of Mountain and Purcell roads and will make recommendations to promote continued high-quality development that is consistent with the existing village character.

For more information, to participate in a survey, and to review an interactive map, check out the project website here. Residents can also call 804.501.4602 for more information or to ask questions.