Orange County public meetings in 2024
22 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Supervisors
The Orange County Board of Supervisors will hold a work session to discuss the Zoning Ordinance Update Project. The presentation will be given by County Administrator Theodore L. Voorhees and Planning and Zoning Services Manager Josh Frederick. No other decisions or items are listed on the agenda.
- Work session: Zoning Ordinance Update Project presented by Theodore L. Voorhees and Josh Frederick
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider FY25 budget amendments and the adoption of past meeting minutes. The Board will also hold a public hearing to discuss a utility easement for a speed monitoring device at Locust Grove Middle School.
- FY25 Budget Amendments (Supplementals and Transfers)
- Adoption of October 8, 2024 Regular Meeting Minutes
- Adoption of October 22, 2024 Regular Meeting Minutes
- Adoption of November 20, 2024 Regular Meeting Minutes
- Utility Easement to Rappahannock Electric at 6368 Flat Run Road
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on two applications: a rezoning request for 5.99 acres at 9292 Little Skyline Drive from General Residential (R‑2) to Agricultural (A); and an amendment to a 2019 special use permit for the Locust Grove West Storage Phase 2 facility at 3171 Germanna Highway to allow covered and uncovered RV and boat parking. Both properties are located within designated future land use categories in the County’s Comprehensive Plan. The meeting will also include routine reports, committee updates, and commissioner comments.
- REZ‑2024‑00311: Application by Melanie Phillips to rezone 5.99 acres at 9292 Little Skyline Dr. from General Residential (R‑2) to Agricultural (A).
- SUP‑2024‑00295: Application by Gary Deal to amend the 2019 special use permit for the Locust Grove West Storage Phase 2 site at 3171 Germanna Hwy to permit covered and uncovered RV and boat parking.
- Zoning Ordinance Rewrite Committee: proposal to create an A1 zoning district (Chairman Capelle and Mr. Van Hoven).
- Zoning Ordinance Rewrite Committee: proposal to revise private road standards (Mr. Bryington and Mr. Marshall).
- Planning and Zoning Services Report presented by Josh Frederick, Planning and Zoning Services Manager.
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss the acquisition of real property for a public purpose. This item is scheduled as a closed meeting to avoid affecting bargaining positions or negotiating strategies.
- Closed meeting regarding acquisition of real property for a public purpose
Board of Supervisors
The Orange County Board of Supervisors will discuss several items, including budget amendments for FY25, a contract renewal with SHI for Email and Office 365, and opioid abatement funding recommendations. The Board will also hear a special use permit request for fuel dispensing at 4201 Spotswood Trail. The primary action item is an amendment to Chapter 62 to permit photo‑monitoring devices for speed enforcement in school zones.
- Amendment to Chapter 62 (Traffic and Vehicles) to add photo‑monitoring devices in school zones
- Special Use Permit for fuel dispensing and increased signage at 4201 Spotswood Trail, Barboursville (4.5 acres, General Commercial C‑2 zoning)
- FY25 Budget Amendments (Supplementals and Transfers)
- Renewal of the contract with SHI for Email and Office 365 services
- Opioid Abatement Funding Recommendations
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will meet to discuss the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Uses. The body will also receive reports on the Zoning Ordinance Rewrite Committee's work regarding private road standards and the creation of an A1 Zoning District.
- Discussion on Comprehensive Plan Future Land Uses
- Zoning Ordinance Rewrite Committee report on creation of A1 Zoning District
- Zoning Ordinance Rewrite Committee report on fixing private road standards
Board of Supervisors
The Orange County Board of Supervisors will hold its regular meeting at 6:00 p.m. and consider several items, including FY25 budget amendments and an endorsement of the 2025 regional legislative program. A key matter for discussion is a request from the County Administrator to create a regional housing authority. The meeting also includes reports from the County Attorney, County Administrator, and other officials, as well as public comment.
- FY25 Budget Amendments (Supplementals and Transfers)
- Endorsement of Regional Legislative Program for 2025
- Request for Creation of a Regional Housing Authority
- Update on General Reassessment
- Health Center Commission Meeting Minutes – July 26, 2024 and August 23, 2024
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss FY25 budget supplementals and transfers. The body is also considering the award of a contract for petroleum products and appointing members to the Youth Council.
- FY25 Budget Amendments (Supplementals and Transfers)
- Award of the Contract for Petroleum Products
- Annual Appointments to the Youth Council
- Scheduling of a Public Hearing for SUP 24-00238 (Dham, LLC) on December 3, 2024
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings regarding an amendment to the taxation code and a special use permit for a business expansion. The meeting also includes a review of FY25 budget amendments and the 2025 regional legislative program.
- Public hearing for SUP 24-00247 to expand fuel dispensing at 5515 Spotswood Trail
- Proposed amendment to Chapter 58 (Taxation) to establish Real Estate Assessment Department duties
- FY25 Budget Amendments (Supplementals and Transfers)
- Regional Legislative Program for 2025
- Surplus declaration and donation of a County vehicle
Planning Commission
The Orange County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the Zoning Ordinance that would set limits on property divisions within the Agricultural (A) district. The amendment would allow up to four lots to be divided from any lot over a ten‑year period, with exemptions for family divisions, cluster housing developments, and manufactured home parks approved by special use permit. The commission will also consider a special use permit application from Dham LLC to continue fuel dispensing and add signage at 4201 Spotswood Trail, a 4.5‑acre General Commercial (C‑2) parcel. Additional agenda items include staff reports and updates on planning projects.
- Public hearing on ZTA 24-02 Agricultural district division policy amendment (limits lot divisions, includes exemptions)
- Public hearing on SUP-2024-00238 Dham LLC special use permit for fuel dispensing and increased signage at 4201 Spotswood Trail
- Planning and Zoning Services report by Manager Josh Frederick
- Zoning Ordinance Rewrite Committee reports: creation of A1 zoning district and revision of private road standards
- Next regular meeting scheduled for November 21, 2024
Board of Supervisors
The Orange County Board of Supervisors will hold a work session to discuss revenue alternatives, existing taxes, and fees. The discussion will be led by Deputy County Administrator Glenda Paul and Chief Deputy Josh Crawford. No decisions are indicated on the agenda.
- Work session on revenue alternatives, existing taxes, and fees (presented by Glenda Paul and Josh Crawford)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on a rezoning request and two special use permits. The body will also review budget amendments for the county and public schools.
- Public hearing for REZ 23-01: Rezone 6.5 acres on Route 20 from Limited Residential to General Commercial Conditional
- Public hearing for SUP 23-03: Special Use Permit for agricultural/commercial vehicle repair and tire services on Route 20
- Public hearing for SUP 23-09: Renew Special Use Permit for a public garage at 8475 Gold Dale Road
- Resolution requesting a safety study at the intersection of Route 629 (Lahore Road) and Route 669 (Marquis Road)
- FY24 and FY25 budget amendments for the county and Orange County Public Schools
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings on zoning amendments and land use requests. Discussions include a proposal to prohibit utility-scale solar uses in all zoning districts and the establishment of a Real Estate Assessment Department.
- ZTA 24-01: Proposed amendments to prohibit utility-scale solar uses in all zoning districts
- REZ 24-00246: Application to rezone 4 acres in Wilderness Shores from General Residential (R-2) to Multi-Family Residential (R-4) Conditional
- REZ 24-00282: Application to increase I-2 zoning from 5 to 6 acres at 27286 Old Office Road
- Resolution and draft ordinance to establish the Real Estate Assessment Department
- Public hearing for vacation of plat for Glenbrooke Estates Subdivision along Route 738
Planning Commission
The Orange County Planning Commission will consider three special use permit applications for fuel dispensing and signage at existing commercial properties in Barboursville and Locust Grove. The meeting will also include reports on current planning projects and the Zoning Ordinance Rewrite Committee.
- Public hearing for Al's Country Corner fuel dispensing expansion (5515 Spotswood Trl)
- Public hearing for Dham LLC fuel dispensing and signage (4201 Spotswood Trl)
- Public hearing for A&M Auto public garage permit renewal (8475 Gold Dale Rd)
- Reports on Zoning Ordinance Rewrite Committee: A1 zoning district and private road standards
- Review of current planning projects including Wilderness Shores and solar uses
Board of Supervisors
The Orange County Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss a road map for landfill and collection site operations. This item will be presented by Assistant County Administrator for Operations Stephanie Straub.
- Worksession on Landfill and Collection Sites; Road Map for Operations
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings regarding a proposed 932-acre utility-scale solar energy facility by Sunfish Solar, LLC. The meeting also includes decisions on several infrastructure contracts and budget amendments for FY24 and FY25.
- Special Use Permit and Siting Agreement for an 80 MW-ac solar facility (SUP 23-10) near True Blue Road and Old Office Road
- Zoning Ordinance amendments (ZTA 24-03) to exempt two-lot subdivisions from certain building setback requirements
- Contract awards for Mountain Track Road Park Project (Phase 1) and Airport T-Hangar Project
- Purchase of a roll-off truck for the landfill and engineering services for Porter Road Collection Site Improvements
- FY24 and FY25 Budget Amendments (Supplementals and Transfers)
Planning Commission
The Orange County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on two applications for the same property on Route 20 in Rhoadesville: REZ 23-01 to rezone about 6.5 acres from Limited Residential (R‑1) to General Commercial (C‑2) conditional, and SUP 23-03 for a Special Use Permit to operate an agricultural/commercial vehicle repair and tire service facility on 9.35 acres. The commission will also consider a work‑session amendment (ZTA 24‑02) to the Agricultural District Division policy that would limit subdivision frequency in the Agricultural (A) zoning district, and a hearing amendment (ZTA 24‑03) to exempt two‑lot subdivisions from setback requirements related to internal driveway easements. New business includes discussion of the Agricultural Zoning and Private Road Committees.
- ZTA 24‑02: Amendment to Agricultural District Division policy to limit subdivision frequency in the Agricultural (A) zoning district (work session).
- REZ 23‑01: Unionville Tire application to rezone ~6.5 acres from Limited Residential (R‑1) to General Commercial (C‑2) conditional on Route 20.
- SUP 23‑03: Unionville Tire application for a Special Use Permit to operate a vehicle repair and tire service facility on 9.35 acres, including a new 150’ x 100’ structure.
- ZTA 24‑03: Amendment to add definitions and exempt two‑lot subdivisions from setback requirements for internal driveway easements (public hearing).
- New Business: Discussion of the Agricultural Zoning and Private Road Committees.
Board of Supervisors
The Orange County Board of Supervisors will convene a closed meeting to discuss acquiring real property for a public purpose. The discussion is closed under Virginia Code §2.2-3711(A)(3) to protect the board's bargaining position. No other agenda items are listed.
- Closed meeting to discuss acquisition of real property for a public purpose (Virginia Code §2.2-3711(A)(3))
Board of Supervisors
The Board will adopt FY24 and FY25 budget amendment supplements and adopt recent meeting minutes. It will award a contract for oxygen services and discuss a potential amendment to the personal property tax rate. The meeting also includes public hearings on a rezoning and a special use permit for 16584 Tomahawk Creek Road.
- FY24 Budget Amendments (supplementals and transfers) – presented by Deputy County Administrator
- FY25 Budget Amendments (supplementals and transfers) – presented by Deputy County Administrator
- Award of the Contract for Oxygen Services – presented by Contract and Procurement Specialist
- Potential amendment to the Personal Property Tax Rate – presented by County Administrator
- Public hearing on REZ 23-09: rezoning of 16584 Tomahawk Creek Road from Agricultural (A) to Limited Commercial (C‑1) Conditional
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a worksession featuring a presentation on the Point-in-Time Count. The presentation will be delivered by Rebecca Wareham of the Foothills Housing Network and Rappahannock-Rapidan Regional Commission.
- Point-in-Time Count presentation by Rebecca Wareham
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two rezoning applications and a proposed amendment to prohibit utility-scale solar uses. The body will also hold a work session regarding land subdivision limits in agricultural districts.
- ZTA 24-01: Proposed amendment to prohibit utility-scale solar uses in all zoning districts
- REZ-2024-00282: Application by BBR L.C. to increase I-2 zoning from 5 to 6 acres at 27286 Old Office Rd
- REZ-2024-00246: Application by Tricord Inc. to rezone 4 acres in Wilderness Shores Sec. 14 from R-2 to R-4 conditional
- ZTA 24-02: Proposed limits on the frequency of land subdivisions in the Agricultural (A) zoning district
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold an organizational meeting to elect leadership and review two appeals regarding zoning violations. These appeals challenge determinations made by the Zoning Administrator concerning specific properties.
- APP-2024-00276: Appeal of zoning violations at 24333 Narrow Gauge Rd (Unionville Brewing Company)
- APP-2024-00277: Appeal of zoning violations at 7130 Spotswood Trl regarding an auto repair business
- Election of Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Secretary