What is a Small Area Plan?

A Small Area Plan is a long-range, visionary planning document that describes how development may occur within a targeted area. It is used to evaluate development proposals and create policies to help ensure new development aligns with the community’s expectations for the area.

The recommendations from Small Area Plans are intended to ensure the area accommodates appropriate economic development opportunities that reflect the community’s vision for the area, providing a guide for future investment. Design guidelines and infrastructure recommendations will influence the character of new development and redevelopment.

Active Plans

Route 1 Gateway Small Area Plan

Hanover County is currently working with residents, businesses, landowners and other community members to create a long-term vision for the U.S. Route 1 corridor between the Chickahominy River and Town...

 

Adopted Plans

Route 33 Gateway Small Area Plan

Hanover County worked with residents, businesses, landowners and other community members to create a long-term vision for the U.S. Route 33 corridor between the Chickahominy River and Winns Church...

 

Upcoming Plans

planned
planned
Route 30 Corridor (Kings Dominion/Doswell)

2026

planned
planned
Mechanicsville Village

2027

planned
planned
Atlee/Elmont Interchange, Hanover Industrial Park, Lewistown Road

2027

planned
planned
Creighton Road Gateway

2028

planned
planned
Pole Green Road Gateway

2028

planned
planned
I-95/Old Ridge Road/Hickory Hill Road

2029

Email Hanover County Planning Department

Call Hanover County Planning Department

www.hanovercounty.gov/194/Planning

7516 County Complex Road
Hanover, VA 23069

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