Enterprise Zone
Location of approved zone in Henrico County
Incentives and assistance offered by Henrico County
Will designation as an Enterprise Zone change the zoning of my property?
What State incentives are available to these firms?
How can I learn more about Henrico County’s Enterprise Zone program?
What is an Enterprise Zone?
An Enterprise Zone is a specific area identified by Henrico County and
approved by the State for targeting incentives to stimulate business
development and job growth. Businesses within the Enterprise Zone can take
advantage of State and County financial and technical assistance and other
incentives for physical improvements to building, parking areas, and signage.
Location of Henrico County Enterprise Zone
To access a map of the Enterprise Zone, click on one of the three maps links described below. In order to view a more detailed map and/or determine whether your business is located within the Henrico County Enterprise Zone there are several options.
- Browse the Enterprise Zone Property List (PDF). Please note that some addresses may not be listed if the business is new or the location is within a shopping center.
- Use the County GIS System to determine whether your business falls within the Enterprise Zone.
- Use the “Search” tab, key in the address after selecting the “Addresses” tab (left of the “Map Tools” tab)
- Select “External Dynamic Map” -> select “PLANNING” -> select “Enterprise Zones”
- If the parcel is located in a pink zone, it is within the Enterprise Zone
- For additional assistance, please call the Henrico Department of Community Revitalization at (804) 501-7615.
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Maps of the Enterprise Zone |
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Western |
Central |
Eastern |
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Laburnum Avenue, Mechanicsville Turnpike, Azalea Avenue, and Richmond-Henrico Turnpike (.pdf) |
Nine Mile Road, Audubon Drive, Williamsburg Road, and South Laburnum Avenue (.pdf) |
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Users may enlarge (zoom in) the above maps.
Incentives and assistance offered by Henrico County
For qualifying projects, Henrico County will provide financial assistance,
accelerated development processing, permit and fee waivers, a seven year real
estate tax exemption, commercial and industrial rehabilitation grants,
employment and training assistance, and technical assistance. A complete list of
financial and technical assistance and other incentives available to
enterprise zone business is provided in this list 
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Will designation as an Enterprise Zone change the zoning of my property?
No, designation as an Enterprise Zone does not change the zoning of your property.
What State incentives are available to these firms?
There are two state grants: job creation and real property investment. These are available in addition to the County incentives outlined in the above list. They can be used in conjunction with Henrico County incentives or separately.
Job Creation Grant
Depending on the wage paid and benefits provided, grants are available for up
to $800 per job per year for five years.
Real Property Investment Grant
Businesses making real property improvements in excess of $100,000 for
rehabilitation and $500,000 for new construction are eligible for grants up
to 20% of the value of the improvement. Maximum amounts available are $100,000
for rehabilitation and $200,000 for new construction.
For additional information on State incentives contact the Virginia Department of Housing and
Community Development at
jeff.sadler@dhcd.virginia.gov,
or visit the Virginia Enterprise Zone Program website.
How can I learn more about Henrico County’s Enterprise Zone program?
Information about the Enterprise Zone and detailed maps can be reviewed at
the Permit Centers in the Eastern and Western Government Centers, at any of
the Henrico County public libraries, or at the Department of Community
Revitalization. For more information concerning the Henrico County Enterprise
Zone or for general information on this subject, call the Henrico Department of
Community Revitalization at (804) 501-7615.