Department of Planning and Development

CONTACT INFORMATION: Our offices are open 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
703-324-1380 TTY 711
12055 Government Center Parkway
Fairfax, VA 22035
Tracy Strunk
Director

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Environmental Programs and Topics

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The Department of Planning and Development is actively involved with Environmental issues that affect Fairfax County and its citizens. Below are links to information describing some ways in which the Department of Planning and Development and other county agencies are addressing some of these issues.

Agricultural and Forestal Districts 

The A&F District Program allows landowners whose property meets size requirements and A&F criteria to apply for a reduced land use tax rate in exchange for agreeing not to develop their land to any further intensity for the life of the district.

Preservation Easements

Conserving open space and historic resources through easements. Helping owners protect open space, historic resources, scenic vistas, and sensitive natural areas on their property.

Noise Resources

Find out about different types of noise and who to contact to make a complaint about airport-related noise, or possible violations of the county's Noise Ordinance. 

Tidal Shoreline and Wetlands

Tidal shorelines are beautiful, yet extremely sensitive, natural resources.  Recognizing the critical importance to protect, preserve and restore these beneficial environmental assets, Fairfax County...

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