Available Properties - Essex County has a few publicly controlled properties. Additionally, there is an abundant amount of property, already zoned business, for development which is privately held. Please contact our offices to learn more.
Permitting - We know time is money! Essex County is committed to ensuring the best possible experience for business. We coordinate efforts between all departments of government, working with local jurisdictions and the private sector to process requests in an expedited manner.
Cost of Doing Business - Essex County government takes pride in being stewards of the tax dollar and works diligently to maintain affordable rates for our citizens.
- COUNTY TAXES
- STATE TAXES
Transportation - Our location, approximately 100 Miles south of the nations capital and Reagan and Dulles International airports’; within 50 miles of Virginia’s state capital, Richmond, VA; under 50 miles to the Richmond International Airport; less than 100 miles to the Virginia Port Authority or Norfolk International Airport in Norfolk; yet, enjoyed is Essex County’s strategically safe location and coming home to less hectic, slower paced, and more desired rural living conditions.
Additionally, we also have local airport, Tappahannock- Essex County Airport.