Zoning Overlays & Bonuses in York County, VA (2026)
1 rule for unincorporated York County, Virginia.
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Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of York County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Density Bonus Law
In York County, Virginia, an open space (cluster) subdivision of ten or more gross acres can earn up to a 10% density bonus by providing recreation area beyond the standard 7.5% of common open space, gaining 1% more density for every additional 2% of recreation space built.
York County Cluster Development Density Bonus
Light RestrictionsYork County Code § 24.1-402(c)(6)
For open space developments equal to or greater than ten (10) gross acres in size, development density may be increased if recreation area in excess of the 7.5% prescribed by the York County subdivision ordinance, Chapter 20.5, is provided and developed. Density increases shall be limited to a maximum of ten percent (10%) and shall be granted in increments of one percent (1%) for each additiona...
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