Zoning, Planning and Land Use Specialist for Rezoning Package Project Virginia USA

Job ID: 39556251

Budget: $250 – $750 USD

Zoning, Planning and Land Use Specialist for Rezoning Package Project Virginia USA

Project Summary

We seek a highly organized and detail-orientedZoning, Planning and Land Use Specialist for Rezoning Package to manage the legal, administrative, and procedural aspects of our rezoning application for a suburban commercial development. This role requires drafting and reviewing critical legal documents, ensuring compliance with Stafford County zoning codes, assembling the full application package, and coordinating all team deliverables.
Project Details

• Project Type: Suburban Commercial Development
• Location: Courthouse Road & Walpole Street, Stafford County, Virginia USA
• Site Size: 0.86 acres
• Rezoning Request: A-1 (Agricultural) → SC (Suburban Commercial)
• Development Scope: Two-story mixed-use building (retail/restaurant)

Scope of Work
Document Drafting & Compliance
• Draft, review, and finalize all legal documents, including proffers, draft ordinance, and proposed resolution.
• Ensure language strictly complies with Stafford County zoning codes and accurately reflects project commitments (use, phasing, signage, buffers, materials, etc.).
• Prepare the legal justification and summary sections for the Background Report.
Application Management
• Assemble, organize, and submit the full rezoning application package (digital and physical).
• Verify all attachments (plans, reports, legal docs) are complete, properly formatted, and meet county submission standards.
• Prepare summary tables, checklists, and cross-reference matrices for county review.

Project Coordination
• Oversee the project schedule and track progress for all deliverables (engineering, legal, planning).
• Coordinate communication between engineers, attorneys, designers, and consultants.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with Stafford County staff, responding to inquiries and submitting supplemental materials.

Candidate Qualifications
• Proven experience drafting zoning/land use documents (proffers, ordinances, resolutions) in Virginia, preferably in Stafford County.
• Expertise in Virginia zoning codes, submission requirements, and rezoning workflows.
• Strong project coordination skills with ability to manage deadlines, stakeholders, and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Exceptional attention to detail in legal review, document formatting, and compliance auditing.
• Excellent communication skills for liaising with county officials and internal teams.

Note: Property legal, Plot Showing and other details documentation will be shared with the Zoning, Planning, and Land Use Specialist during negotiations.

Attachment Descriptions for Zoning, Planning and Land Use Specialist:
The following attachments are provided to support Zoning, Planning and Land Use Specialist for rezoning package to Stafford County submission:
• Stafford County Rezoning Application Sample: This reference documents demonstrating the County’s application process, stages, and best practices to use this to anticipate requirements and align deliverables with County expectations.