What is the Comprehensive Plan?

Since 1980, every Virginia locality has been required by State law to have a Comprehensive Plan.  The purpose ... More>>>

Welcome to the 2008 Comprehensive Plan

Welcome to the information center for the 2008 update to the James City County Comprehensive Plan. Look here for news releases, schedules, and updates regarding process of the Comprehensive Plan. Landowners - apply to change your Land Use designation

Remember your opinion counts and you can voice it online:

• NEW!  Participate in a Community Participation Team Forum
• Voice your opinion on issues in the Comprehensive Plan
• What you are Saying - collected Citzen comments

What is a Comprehensive Plan and why is it important?

Since 1980, every Virginia locality has been required by State law to have a Comprehensive Plan.  The purpose of the Comprehensive Plan is to guide and accomplish... More>>>

Why is the update called ‘Historic Past, Sustainable Future’?

The Community Participation Team selected this title and logo for the 2008 Comprehensive Plan update at their meeting on December 11, 2007.  “Historic Past, Sustainable Future” was chosen to describe two very important aspects of the James City County community.  This first part, Historic Past, maintains ties to our rich historic heritage and resources present throughout the County, such as Jamestown, Freedom Park, the Norge Depot, and many more.  The second part, Sustainable Future, shifts focus to ensuring that the County is left in good shape – economically, socially, and ecologically – for future generations.  The logo depicts that these two pieces, maintenance of our Historic Past and our desire to create a Sustainable Future, are strongly integrated.  They should be considered together to ensure the community provides a safe, productive, healthy, and meaningful setting for all residents, present and future.