News & Announcements

Large-Scale Pump and Haul Requests for New Construction on Hold as Board Ponders Ordinance

During its April 16, 2024, meeting, the Loudoun Board of Supervisors adopted an interim policy that will not permit the approval of large-scale pump and haul systems that serve new construction until a new resolution or ordinance regulating those...

Board of Supervisors Finalizes Location for New Philomont Fire Station

The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors has approved the location of the new Philomont Fire and Rescue Station replacement project. During the Board’s April 10, 2024, public hearing, the Board unanimously approved the special exceptions for land...

Western Loudoun Recreation Complex Public Meeting Set for May 6

Loudoun County invites members of the public to attend a public information meeting to learn more about the county’s plans for the Western Loudoun Recreation Complex in Purcellville. The Western Loudoun Recreation Complex project includes the design and c...

Environmental Commission Hosts Energy & Environment Forum May 14

Members of the community are encouraged to learn and engage about Loudoun County’s efforts to increase environment and energy sustainability by attending the second annual Energy and Environment Forum Tuesday, May 14, 2024, 5:30 – 8:00 p.m., at the Academ...

Board Adopts Resolution Opposing Western Loudoun Power Line Route

During its April 16, 2024, business meeting, the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors adopted a resolution in opposition to a proposed new electrical transmission line route that would cut through western Loudoun.

NextEra Energy, Inc. (NextEra) proposes new...

Electronics Recycling Event Set for April 27, 2024, at Dulles Town Center

Loudoun County is partnering with the Dulles Town Center and Securis to host an electronics recycling event on Saturday, April 27, 2024, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. at the Dulles Town Center parking lot in front of the Cheesecake Factory restaurant at 21100 Dul...

Clerk of Circuit Court Offers Preservation Open House May 3

In recognition of National Historic Preservation Month, Loudoun Clerk of the Circuit Court Gary M. Clemens is hosting a First Friday program, Friday, May 3, 2024, focused on the preservation of Loudoun County’s historic court records. The free p...

Broadband Expansion Timeline Extended as Projects Surge, Causing Statewide Backlog

During the April 16, 2024, meeting, the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors received an update on the progress of the county’s rural broadband initiative that included a change in the timeline for completion of the project. The timeline has been extended ...

Eligibility Broadened for Conservation Easement Assistance Program

The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors has approved changes to the county’s Conservation Easement Assistance Program (CEAP) aimed at increasing the number of landowners who qualify for financial assistance under this grant program. The changes will be im...

Loudoun County Landfill Closing Early Friday, April 19, 2024

The Loudoun County Solid Waste Management Facility will close two hours early, at 2:00 p.m., on Friday, April 19, 2024. The early closure is necessary to accommodate an all-staff training meeting. The landfill will resume normal operations Saturday, April...

Statement Regarding Misinformation about Board of Supervisors Agenda

Loudoun County is issuing a correction to misinformation regarding the April 16, 2024, Board of Supervisors agenda and the Board’s intentions that has been circulated to Loudoun residents, prompting inquiries to the county.

A communication that has been ci...

Board Reconsiders Tillett’s View Application

During the March 19, 2024, business meeting, the majority of the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors voted to reconsider its previous vote on March 13 to deny a residential development application known as Tillett’s View (LEGI-2023-0031, Tillett’s View). ...

Business Hazardous Waste Collection Event Set for May 2, 2024

Loudoun County will host a hazardous waste collection event for businesses and other non-residential generators on Thursday, May 2, 2024. Pre-registration is required to participate, and must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. Friday, April 26. The progr...

Adopters Needed as 40-Plus Rabbits Arrive at Loudoun County Animal Services

Loudoun County Animal Services (LCAS) is seeking people willing to adopt rabbits after the agency received a record number of rabbits at once. 

On Friday, April 5, 2024, LCAS received 43 rabbits, ranging from two days to two years old, from a Loud...

Board Approves Application for Smaller Data Center on Belmont Innovation Campus

During its April 10, 2024, meeting, the majority of the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors voted to approve a data center application known as the Belmont Innovation Campus. The Board previously had denied a version of the application on the same project...

Loudoun Offers Grant Trainings for Nonprofits

Loudoun County continues to offer free professional development opportunities for nonprofits serving Loudoun County residents, with new trainings scheduled for May and June. The opportunities include an introductory training open to all nonprofits and a s...

Deadline Extended to May 8 for COVID-19 Vaccine Equity Program Grant Applications

Loudoun County is seeking grant applications from community organizations for the COVID-19 Vaccine Equity Program to support their strategies that ensure greater equity and access to COVID-19 vaccine for those populations disproportionately affected by th...

Loudoun County to Host Pit Stops for Bike to Work Day Event on May 17

Loudoun County will host two pit stops in Leesburg and Sterling for Bike to Work Day on Friday, May 17, 2024. This free annual event celebrates a healthy and fun way to get to work with over 100 different pit stops throughout the Washington Metropolitan a...

Next Household Hazardous Waste Event is April 13 in Hamilton

The next Loudoun County Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) collection event is scheduled for Saturday,  April 13, 2024, 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., at the Harmony Park and Ride, 39464 East Colonial Highway in Hamilton. Loudoun residents are welcome to br...

Loudoun County Seeks Applicants for Tourism Grants

Loudoun County’s annual Tourism Grant Program competitive process is underway with the posting of the Fiscal Year 2025 grant application at loudoun.gov/grantopportunities. The grant program is designed to support local tourism events and initiatives that ...

Department of Building & Development Closed for In-Person and Phone Services April 24

The Loudoun County Department of Building and Development will be closed to the public on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, for staff training. As a result, in-person services and phone services will temporarily be suspended for one business day. Anything that i...

Disability Resource and Employment Fair Set for May 3 in Sterling

The Loudoun County Disability Services Board, The Arc of Loudoun and the Loudoun County Workforce Resource Center will co-host a Disability Resource and Employment Fair, Friday, May 3, 2024, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., at Claude Moore Recreation & Communi...

Loudoun to Participate in Dominion Energy’s Case for Proposed Power Lines Along Route 7

During its April 2, 2024, meeting, the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors voted in favor of filing a “notice of participation” in Dominion Energy’s application to the State Corporation Commission (SCC) for construction of a new substation and new transmi...

Environmental Commission Honors Environmental Excellence Award Winners

The Loudoun County Environmental Commission has announced the winners of its annual Environmental Excellence Awards, which honor individuals, businesses, nonprofit organizations and educators for their leadership on environmental issues. The awards were p...

Board of Supervisors Adopts Fiscal Year 2025 Budget

The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors has approved a budget totaling approximately $6.9 billion in total appropriations for the general county government and school system for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025. The adopted budget includes a real property tax rate o...

Loudoun Offers Mental Health Education & Substance Abuse Prevention Trainings in April and May

Loudoun County offers ongoing mental health education and substance abuse prevention trainings. All trainings are free, but seats are limited and registration is required, with the exception of Rapid REVIVE! The schedule of upcoming classes for April and ...

Music to Your Ears: Loudoun County Auction Features Piano, Other Surplus Items

The current Loudoun County government surplus auction features a Winter & Company upright piano along with other surplus items, including Kubota tractors and mowers, a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado and other vehicles, as well as typical office furniture an...

Virtual Public Information Meeting on Ryan Road Widening Project Set for April 18

Loudoun County is hosting an online meeting April 18, 2024, to provide information to the public on the Ryan Road Widening project between Evergreen Mills Road (Route 621) and Beaverdam Drive (Route 2475). The public information meeting will be held Thurs...

Solarize Virginia Offers Loudoun Homeowners Free Solar Assessments

Loudoun County homeowners and small businesses once again have the opportunity to sign up to learn more about solar power options specific to their property through Solarize Virginia.

The program offers free satellite solar assessments, streamlined install...

Temporary Closure of Evergreen Mills Road Segment March 26-29, 2024

A segment of Evergreen Mills Road, between Creighton Road and Ryan Road, will be closed to all traffic from 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 26 until approximately 12:00 p.m. on Friday, March 29, 2024, to accommodate necessary construction. During the closure ...

Loudoun Board to Reconsider Belmont Innovation Data Center

During the March 19, 2024, business meeting, the majority of the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors who were present voted to reconsider its previous vote on March 13 to deny a data center application known as the Belmont Innovation Campus (LEGI-2023-004...

Public Invited to Provide Comment on Housing and Community Development Needs

The Loudoun County Department of Housing and Community Development invites residents to provide comments on a draft plan that identifies and addresses the county’s housing and community development needs. The public comment period for the draft Fiscal Yea...

Enter the 2024 Loudoun Arbor Day Photo Contest: “My Favorite Tree”

The annual Loudoun County Arbor Day tree photo contest is underway and Loudoun County wants to see your favorite tree!  Photos will be accepted through Monday, April 15, 2024. Winning photos and honorable mentions will be announced at the in-pers...

Northern Virginia Housing Expo March 23 Features Resources for Homebuyers and Renters

Loudoun County encourages community members to attend the 14th annual Northern Virginia Housing Expo on Saturday, March 23, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Charles Colgan High School, 13833 Dumfries Road in Manassas. 

Anyone looking for an a...

Loudoun County Statement Regarding Data Center “Moratorium”

Loudoun County has received inquiries from residents who are concerned about the number of data centers that have been approved for construction in the county and potential future projects currently in the planning process. The county is publishing this m...

Something to Root for: Building Community Gravel Beds for Tree Cultivation and Education

Virginia Cooperative Extension Loudoun (VCE Loudoun) and VCE Loudoun Master Gardeners are partnering with Loudoun County Parks, Recreation & Community Services (PRCS) in two community gravel bed projects to foster healthy tree roots and serve as educa...

Virtual Public Comment Period Open on Sterling Boulevard, Williamsburg Road/Chase Heritage Circle

Loudoun County is hosting an online public comment period, March 12 – April 12, 2024, on the Sterling Boulevard and Williamsburg Road/Chase Heritage Circle Intersection Improvements. This project provides for the separation and improved delineation of tur...

Vincent Jones is New Deputy Loudoun County Administrator

Vincent Jones has been appointed as a Deputy Loudoun County Administrator effective March 14, 2024, Loudoun County Administrator Tim Hemstreet announced today. Jones, who was selected for the position after a nationwide search, comes to Loudoun from Warre...

SEIU Virginia 512 Elected to Represent Some County Employees

In accordance with Loudoun County collective bargaining ordinance (CBO), Chapter 259 Labor Relations, elections to designate SEIU Virginia 512 as the exclusive collective bargaining representative for eligible employees within the county’s Labor and Trade...

Loudoun County Recognizes Best Workplaces for Commuters

The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors has honored local employers that have earned national recognition as 2024 Best Workplaces for Commuters for offering employees exceptional commuter benefits. The Board approved a resolution at its March 5, 2024, mee...

County Seeks Applicants for COVID-19 Vaccine Equity Program Grants

• 04-11-24 Update: The deadline to apply has been extended to May 8, 2024.

Original News Release

Loudoun County is seeking grant applications from community organizations for the COVID-19 Vaccine Equity Program to support their strategies that ensure greater ...

County Adds Public EV Charging Stations in Bluemont, Middleburg and Sterling

Loudoun County has installed new electrical vehicle (EV) charging stations for public use at three county facilities: 

• Bluemont Community Center, 33846 Snickersville Turnpike
• Middleburg Library, 101 Reed St., Middleburg 
• Sterling Community ...

County Accepting Property Tax Exemption Applications from Charitable Nonprofits

Loudoun County Commissioner of the Revenue Robert S. Wertz Jr. is accepting applications from charitable nonprofit organizations seeking an exemption from Loudoun County real and/or personal property taxes for the 2025 tax year. The deadline to apply for ...

Six Things to Know about the March 5, 2024, Primary Election in Loudoun

A presidential primary election will be held in Loudoun County Tuesday, March 5, 2024. Election officials remind voters of six key things to know ahead of the election.

1. Know When to Vote

• Polls in Loudoun County will be open from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., T...

Renewal Forms for Loudoun County’s Tax Relief Program for the Elderly and Disabled Mailed

Loudoun Commissioner of the Revenue Robert S. Wertz Jr. announces that participants in the county’s tax relief program for residents who are 65 years of age or older and/or permanently and totally disabled should soon begin receiving their renewal forms. ...

Loudoun County begins Foster Youth to Independence Initiative

Loudoun County is scheduled to launch the Foster Youth to Independence Initiative Friday, March 1, 2024, with the opening of a targeted waitlist for the county’s Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program strictly serving eligible young adults who are homeless ...

2024 Real Estate Assessments Available Online

Loudoun Commissioner of the Revenue Robert S. Wertz Jr. announces that Loudoun County real estate assessments for tax year 2024 are now available online at loudoun.gov/parceldatabase. Printed assessment notices were recently mailed and property owners sho...

Expanded Early Voting Opportunities begin February 24 for March 5 Primary Election

Loudoun County election officials remind voters that they will have expanded opportunities for in-person early voting for the March 5, 2024, presidential primary election beginning Saturday, February 24. The last day to vote early in person is Saturday, M...

Loudoun County Seeks Comments on Child Care Needs from Families and Providers

03-14-24: Update: The deadline for the Child Care Needs Assessment Survey has been extended to March 21, 2024.

Original news release below.

Loudoun County child providers and families with young children are encouraged to participate in a survey and/or focu...

Loudoun, Leesburg Reach Annexation Agreement for Compass Creek

During its February 6, 2024, meeting the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors reviewed the terms of a mediated agreement and approved the terms of the agreement, which would allow the Town of Leesburg to annex more than 400 acres of land known as Compass C...

Loudoun County Administrator Presents Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2025

County Administrator Tim Hemstreet has presented a proposed budget for the Loudoun County government to the Board of Supervisors for Fiscal Year 2025 (FY 2025), which begins July 1, 2024. The proposed budget totals $5.2 billion in appropriations for the c...

Loudoun County Corrects Incorrect Report About Legislative Program

Loudoun County Government is issuing a correction to a factually incorrect report by WJLA-TV and Channel 7 reporter Nick Minock published February 12, 2024, to ensure the taxpayers of Loudoun have correct information regarding the county’s regul...

Loudoun Commissioner of the Revenue to Hold Tax Relief Seminars

Loudoun County Commissioner of the Revenue Robert S. Wertz Jr. has scheduled free information sessions to familiarize residents who are age 65 years or older, or are totally and permanently disabled, with the county’s generous real estate and vehicle tax ...

Loudoun County Employee Energy Challenge Recognized as Innovative Initiative

Loudoun County’s Employee Energy Challenge has been recognized by the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) as the 2023 Innovative Energy Project of the Year in the mid-Atlantic and Southeast region of the United States. 

Every month, Loudoun Coun...

Opportunities to Serve: Loudoun Seeks Applicants for Board of Zoning Appeals, Other Boards

Loudoun County offers residents opportunities to get involved in local government by serving on a variety of boards, committees and commissions. 

Board of Zoning Appeals

Loudoun County is seeking applicants to serve on the Board of Zoning Appeals (...

Christopher Quintyne is New Assistant Loudoun County Administrator

Christopher Quintyne has been appointed as an Assistant Loudoun County Administrator effective February 15, 2024, Loudoun County Administrator Tim Hemstreet announced today. Quintyne, who was selected for the position after a nationwide search, comes to L...

Public Input Meeting on Accessibility of County Services for People with Disabilities Feb. 15

Loudoun County will hold a public meeting to gather community members’ input on the accessibility of county services for people with disabilities, including county-sponsored programs, activities and facilities. The public input meeting will be held Thursd...

Deadline for Loudoun County Business Tax Filings is March 1

Loudoun County Commissioner of the Revenue Robert S. Wertz Jr. recently issued notices of business tax filing requirements to business owners for tax year 2024. The notice provides the necessary account number to enable taxpayers to report by March 1, 202...

Loudoun to Hold Public Input Meeting Feb. 15 on Route 50 Safety and Operational Study

Loudoun County is hosting a meeting to gain input from the public on the Route 50 corridor February 15, 2024, in Aldie. The county is conducting a Route 50 Safety and Operational Study of approximately 14 miles of Route 50 from Northstar Boulevard to the ...

County to Collect Fees for EV Charging Sessions at Metrorail Parking Garages

Loudoun County will soon begin collecting fees for the use of electrical vehicle (EV) charging stations at the two county-owned and operated Metrorail parking garages: the Ashburn South and Loudoun Gateway garages. The service has been free since the gara...

Loudoun County to Distribute American Rescue Plan Act Grants

During its January 16, 2024, meeting, the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors authorized the distribution of more than $1.6 million in grants from the county’s share of the federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding, which financially supports local ...

Early Voting in Loudoun for March 2024 Presidential Primary begins January 19

Loudoun County election officials remind voters that early voting for the March 5, 2024, presidential primary election begins Friday, January 19, 2024. Both the Democratic and Republican parties are participating in the primary election. All registered vo...

County, Soil & Water Conservation District Partner in Water Quality Grant Opportunities

The Loudoun County government and the Loudoun Soil and Water Conservation District (LSWCD) are partnering in a program to provide funding to homeowners interested in implementing water quality improvement projects on their property or in their neighborhoo...

Loudoun to Participate in Annual Point-in-Time Count of Homeless Population

Loudoun County is among the jurisdictions in the National Capital Region that will conduct the annual Point-in-Time Count of people in the community who are experiencing a housing crisis or homelessness. The count is scheduled to be conducted the night of...

Public Input Meeting on Route 7 West Safety and Operational Study Rescheduled to Jan. 25

The Loudoun County public input meeting on the Route 7 West Safety and Operational Study has been rescheduled from January 23 to Thursday, January 25, 2024, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m., at the Robey Meeting Room, Purcellville Library, 220 E Main St. in Purc...

Loudoun County Offers Community Water and Wastewater Project Assistance

The Loudoun County Water and Wastewater Program is now accepting applications for county assistance with community water and wastewater projects.

The Water and Wastewater Program is designed to support Loudoun County communities experiencing issues with de...

Commissioner of the Revenue Mails Notices to Vehicle Owners

Loudoun Commissioner of the Revenue Robert S. Wertz Jr. has recently mailed notification of 2024 personal property filing requirements to all owners of automobiles, trucks, motorcycles, campers, trailers, boats, motorhomes, aircraft, and mobile homes curr...

Loudoun Accepting Applications for ARPA Durable Medical Equipment Services Grant Program

Loudoun County is now accepting applications from nonprofit organizations for the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Durable Medical Equipment Services Grant Program. Applications are due by 4:00 p.m., Friday, February 9, 2024. 

The program is design...

Detour to begin in January 2024 to Widen a Segment of Arcola Mills Drive

Update: 01/10/2024: The work is scheduled to begin Thursday, January 11, 2024. 

Original News Release

Beginning on or about Thursday, January 4, 2024, the segment of Arcola Mills Drive (Route 621) between Arcola Boulevard and Yardley Ridge Drive in...

County Encourages Public Participation in Jan. 9 Hearing on Proposed Greenway Toll Increases

Loudoun County officials encourage residents and businesses who wish to offer comment on the Dulles Greenway’s proposed rate hike to attend the State Corporation Commission (SCC) public hearing, Tuesday, January 9, 2024, 6:00 – 10:00 p.m. at Freedom High ...

Board of Supervisors Sets 2024 Meeting Schedule; Elects Briskman Vice Chair

The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors has set its meeting schedule for 2024 and has elected Algonkian District Supervisor Juli E. Briskman as vice chair. In the absence of Chair Phyllis J. Randall, Briskman will perform the duties of the chair. ...

Board Term Ends with a Long, Varied List of Accomplishments

Members of the Loudoun County Board of Supervisors who were elected in 2019 closed out their four-year term with the Board’s final meeting December 19, 2023, and a long list of accomplishments. From taking on constituent concerns and changing countywide z...

Popular Annual Financial Report for FY 2023 is Online

Loudoun County’s Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 Popular Annual Financial Report is online. 

The report is specifically designed to be readily accessible and easily understandable to members of the general public who do not have a background in public finan...

Nominations Now Open for Loudoun County Heritage Register Program

Loudoun County is currently seeking nominations for its recently launched Heritage Register Program. 

The program, developed by the Loudoun County Heritage Commission and administered by the Department of Planning and Zoning, will recognize herita...

Loudoun County Publishes FY 2024 Program Review

Anyone interested in gaining a better understanding of Loudoun County government programs and services is encouraged to read Loudoun County’s Fiscal Year 2024 (FY 2024) Program Review, which is online at loudoun.gov/ProgramReview.

The FY 2024 Program Revie...

Loudoun Improves Local Bus Service to Silver Line Stations Beginning Jan. 2

Loudoun County is adjusting bus schedules and relocating one bus stop to improve service for riders going to Silver Line Metrorail stations. All routes are evaluated for timeliness and efficiency on a quarterly basis throughout the year to better serve al...

Loudoun Board of Supervisors Adopts New Zoning Ordinance

The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors has adopted a new zoning ordinance, completing a nearly four-year process that included extensive public engagement with a broad range of stakeholders. The new Loudoun County Zoning Ordinance, adopted by the Board f...

Board Allocates $172 Million in Unspent Funds to Range of Initiatives

On December 5, 2023, the Board of Supervisors authorized the use of unassigned General Fund balance from the Loudoun County Adopted Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 Budget. The $172,168,860 fund balance includes revenue collected during the fiscal year that was not ...

Loudoun County Monitoring High-Voltage Transmission Line Proposals

The Loudoun Board of Supervisors and county staff are closely monitoring the process conducted by the Regional Transmission Organization (RTO) PJM Interconnection, which has included consideration of proposals to improve a portion of the nation’...

Opportunities to Serve: Loudoun Seeks Applicants for Board of Zoning Appeals, Other Boards

Loudoun County offers residents opportunities to get involved in local government by serving on a variety of boards, committees and commissions. 

Board of Zoning Appeals

Loudoun County is seeking applicants to serve on the Board of Zoning Appeals (...

Board of Supervisors Approves Sale of County-Owned Property in Aldie

During its December 5, 2023, meeting, the Loudoun Board of Supervisors approved the sale of  6.42 acres of county-owned property along Little River Turnpike (Route 50) in Aldie for $600,000 to the Piedmont Environmental Council (PEC).

The property...

Board of Supervisors Adopts Updates to Travel Policy

During its December 5, 2023, meeting, the Loudoun Board of Supervisors approved a travel policy for Board members and their aides (PDF). The updates to the policy were informed by discussion among members of the Board and a review of the policies of other...

Board Pays Tribute to Outgoing Loudoun Treasurer H. Roger Zurn

After 28 years as the treasurer of Loudoun County and more than 30 years in public service, H. Roger Zurn Jr. will step down on December 31, 2023, leaving the office to his successor, Henry Eickelberg.

During its December 5 meeting, the Board of Supervisor...

Public Hearing on Housing and Community Development Needs Scheduled Dec. 13

Loudoun County will hold a public hearing to gather residents’ input on housing, homelessness, community development and public service needs in the community. The public hearing will be held Wednesday, December 13, 2023, from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m., at the Dep...

Summary of Final Draft Zoning Ordinance Changes Now Available

Following nearly four years of work by a broad range of stakeholders, Loudoun County’s Final Draft Zoning Ordinance is now published for review and a public hearing on the ordinance is scheduled for December 13.

In advance of the public hearing, members of...

Loudoun Election Officials Complete Post-Election Audit

Loudoun County has successfully completed a post-election audit, which confirmed that the county’s electronic voting system accurately reported the correct outcome of the November 7, 2023, general election. 

The Virginia State Board of Elections a...

State Corporation Commission Seeks Public Comment on Greenway Rate Hike Request

Loudoun County residents and businesses who wish to offer comment on the Dulles Greenway’s proposed rate hike may do so during a State Corporation Commission (SCC) public hearing, Tuesday, January 9, 2024, 6:00 – 10:00 p.m. at Freedom High School, 25450 R...

Loudoun County Seeks Comments about Accessibility for ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan

Loudoun County is asking for feedback from members of the public about the accessibility of county services for people with disabilities, including county-sponsored programs, activities, facilities and website. The survey is part of an update to the count...

Silver Line Metrorail, Bus Services in Operation in Loudoun for One Year

Metrorail’s Silver Line extension and the beginning of Silver Line transit bus service have now been in operation in Loudoun for one year. Loudoun Transit and Commuter Services will recognize the anniversary by hosting pop-up events on Wednesday, November...

Food Waste Composting Drop-Off Center Opens at Loudoun County Landfill

Loudoun County has begun a one-year pilot program for accepting food waste at its new Food Waste Composting Drop-Off Center located at the Loudoun County landfill. The program is intended for residents who are interested in composting their household food...

Loudoun Farmers Eligible for Federal Emergency Drought Aid

Loudoun County farmers are eligible to apply for assistance from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) due to drought conditions during this year’s growing season. 

The USDA has declared Loudoun and six other Virgin...

Board of Supervisors Completes Review of Draft Zoning Ordinance; Public Hearing Scheduled Dec. 13

During a final work session on the Zoning Ordinance Rewrite project October 30, 2023, the Board of Supervisors completed its review of the Draft Zoning Ordinance that was sent to them by the Planning Commission in July. The Board held eight work sessions ...

County Adjusts Courthouse Shuttle Operations With Opening of New General District Courthouse

The new Loudoun County General District Courthouse is now open to the public as of Tuesday, October 31, 2023, which was announced last week. Also effective October 31 are updates to the operation of the courtesy shuttle that runs between the courthouse bu...

Loudoun Expands Farm Implement, Equipment Property Tax Exemptions

During its October 11, 2023, public hearing, the Board of Supervisors amended the Codified Ordinances of Loudoun County related to tax exemptions for farm equipment.  

Chapter 860.06 – Exemptions for Farm Animals, Certain Grains, Agricultural Prod...

Final Loudoun Zoning Ordinance Rewrite Work Session is October 30

The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors is currently scheduled to hold its final work session on the Zoning Ordinance Rewrite (ZOR) project Monday, October 30, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. This is the final in a series of eight work sessions the Board has held in a...

New Loudoun County General District Courthouse Opens on October 31

Loudoun County’s new General District Courthouse will open to the public on Tuesday, October 31, 2023. The new courthouse is located at 2 Church Street NE in Leesburg, adjacent to the existing courthouse, which remains open. The Loudoun County Courthouse ...

Betsy Smith Selected as Loudoun’s New Director of Building and Development

Betsy Smith is the new director of the Loudoun County Department of Building and Development, County Administrator Tim Hemstreet announced today. Smith, whose appointment is effective October 26, 2023, was selected after a nationwide recruitment. She has ...

‘Maintenance’ Defined in Loudoun’s Onsite Sewage Treatment System Ordinance

During its October 11, 2023, public hearing, the Board of Supervisors amended the Loudoun County Codified Ordinances related to the “maintenance” of onsite sewage treatment systems.

An amendment to Chapter 1066.01 (Onsite Sewage Treatment Systems) adds a d...

Changes Made to Transient Occupancy Tax Collection in Loudoun

During its October 11, 2023, public hearing, the Board of Supervisors amended the Codified Ordinances of Loudoun County related to the collection of transient occupancy taxes by accommodations intermediaries such as Airbnb and VRBO. 

The amendment...

County Provides Update on Special Exception Process for Mickie Gordon Memorial Park

Loudoun County Parks, Recreation and Community Services has withdrawn a request for a Special Exception to the county’s zoning ordinance for Mickie Gordon Memorial Park. 

The Special Exception request was filed through the county&rsq...

Loudoun County to Participate in Greenway Toll Increase Case

Loudoun County will actively participate in the Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC) proceedings concerning the toll increase request by the owners of the Dulles Greenway. The Board of Supervisors voted unanimously September 19, 2023, to direct the...

Public Comment on Greenway Toll Increase Request Now Open; SCC Hearing Set

The Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC) has opened its public comment opportunity and scheduled hearings on an application (Case # PUR-2023-00089) from the owners of the Dulles Greenway requesting to increase the maximum tolls for most drivers to ...

Virginia Association of Counties Recognizes Loudoun for Model Programs

Three Loudoun County programs have been recognized for excellence and innovation by the Virginia Association of Counties (VACo). The county’s efforts to prevent food insecurity, help Loudoun entrepreneurs and increase equitable access to sidewalks and tra...

Loudoun County to Oppose Greenway Toll Increase Proposal

Loudoun County continues to oppose toll rate increases that have once again been proposed by the operators of the Dulles Greenway. Toll Road Investors Partnership II (TRIP II) has filed an application this week (Case # PUR-2023-00089) with the State Corpo...