Settled in the mid-1600's, Lancaster County is located at the south eastern tip of Virginia's Northern Neck peninsula approximately 75 miles east of Richmond, 120 miles southeast of Washington, DC. The present Courthouse dates from 1860 and houses county records maintained virtually intact since 1652.

This is the official Lancaster County Government Web Site. The pages that follow are intended to provide information on the most essential and widely used functions of local government. A wealth of information can be found on Lancaster County's business community, natural resources, recreational opportunities and history from the following sources:

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FY 2011 Approved Budget
FY 2009 Annual Financial Report
Lancaster Department of Emergency Services Launches Community Notification System (Reverse 911)
2010 Lancaster Board of Supervisors Meeting Dates
FY 2010 Approved Budget
Treasurer's Office - New Online Services
Northern Neck Housing Study
Notice to Waterfront Property Owners With Private Septic Systems

Use the links below to access online services offered by the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Citizen Services
Business Services
Government Services
Premium Services
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