2004-present: Modern era
The Crozet Master Plan (2004)
The Crozet Master Plan was adopted by Albemarle County in 2004 and has been revised periodically since.
The plan designated Crozet as a "growth area" with a long-term population cap of 18,000, allowing development clustered around the existing village while preserving the surrounding rural land. The growth-area framework let Albemarle County direct new development toward Crozet rather than spreading it across the county's rural countryside.
The cap is non-binding in any strict legal sense, but it has shaped twenty years of zoning decisions and continues to anchor local debates about the village's future.
Frequently asked questions
What period does The Crozet Master Plan (2004) cover?
This entry covers the 2004-present: Modern era period of Crozet, Virginia history. See the History page for the broader chronological frame, including Claudius Crozet, the Blue Ridge Tunnel, the orchard era, and the modern planned-community phase.
Where can I learn more about The Crozet Master Plan (2004)?
The Crozet Library local-history collection, Albemarle County records, and the Crozet Gazette archives are the best starting points for deeper research on Crozet history. The /history landing page links to additional entries organized by era.
Is this an authoritative history?
Claudius Crozet synthesizes from public sources rather than producing original archival research. For academic citation, work from the primary sources listed below the article. We aim for accurate dates and verifiable facts, but encourage readers to confirm against the original record.