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 1853 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:

Treasurer's Office - New Online Services
Northern Neck Housing Study
FY 2008 Annual Financial Report
Notice to Waterfront Property Owners With Private Septic Systems
FY 2009 Approved Budget
FY 2009 Approved Budget Summary
Lancaster County Comprehensive Plan
New Location for Used Tire Collection Site
A Guide to Lancaster County Nonprofit Organizations

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

Citizen Services
Business Services
Government Services
Premium Services
Virginia.gov Home Page