Custom lots in Glen Allen tend to be in mature subdivisions where the street and utility infrastructure is already in place, which shortens the site-work phase compared to a raw acreage build. The trade-off is that subdivision covenants are more specific — minimum square footage, approved façade materials, and sometimes required architectural review before Henrico County permits can be pulled. We walk clients through both tracks in parallel so the design is community-approved before it goes to the county. These neighborhoods attract buyers who want a new home with a real floor plan of their own rather than whatever inventory builders are offering, and that’s exactly the kind of project we take on.
Lot conditions and covenant expectations in Glen Allen
Wyndham and Twin Hickory lots come with full public water and sewer, established curb and gutter, and HOA covenants that are more detailed than many buyers expect. Minimum finished square footage, garage door styles, approved exterior cladding materials, and even the proportion of certain façade elements can be specified in community design standards. Lots along the Mountain Road corridor offer a slightly different character — some are in smaller neighborhoods with fewer covenant restrictions, and occasional rural-edge parcels in that area are larger, though still within Henrico County’s jurisdiction. Understanding exactly which rules apply to a specific lot is step one before any design work begins.
Permitting and build process in Henrico County
Glen Allen new construction goes through Henrico County’s Department of Community Development. After zoning clearance and site-plan approval, the building permit is issued and the inspection sequence begins — foundation, framing, rough mechanical and electrical, and final CO. For lots inside Wyndham or Twin Hickory, the HOA’s architectural review must be completed before the county permit package is submitted, so the timeline starts with community approval. RCBC holds a Virginia Class A contractor license, manages all permit applications, and coordinates each trade and inspection with Henrico County throughout the build.
Common questions
How detailed are Wyndham’s or Twin Hickory’s covenant restrictions? They’re among the more detailed in Henrico County — approved material lists, minimum square footage by lot, and sometimes required review of foundation landscaping and driveway materials. We review the specific community standards before design starts so the plan is compliant from the first draft.
Is there land available to build on in Glen Allen, or are lots hard to find? Custom lots in established Glen Allen communities are limited but do come available. Some buyers are also looking at Mountain Road corridor parcels where inventory is a little broader. Having a builder involved early helps you evaluate a lot before you’re committed to it.
Why choose a custom build in Glen Allen over a production home? Production builders in the area offer a fixed set of floor plans with limited structural customization. A custom build means the layout, room proportions, ceiling heights, and every finish decision reflects your household rather than a volume builder’s margin model.