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Temporary Sign Regulation Changes
Understanding that businesses may want to communicate operational changes to customers as a result of COVID-19, the town has changed its temporary sign regulations for the duration of the town emergency for businesses in commercial zones and not in residential neighborhoods;
  • A temporary sign permit is not required
  • Each business establishment may install a maximum of two temporary signs consisting of two banner signs; or two freestanding signs; or one banner sign and one freestanding sign
  • The maximum size for a temporary banner sign is 48 square feet and temporary freestanding sign is 24 square feet
  • Signs must be installed on the property of the business and cannot be placed in the public right-of-way and you may need approval from your landlord
Governor Issues Executive Order Outlining Additional Temporary Restrictions
Gov. Ralph Northam has issued an executive order that places temporary restrictions on restaurants, recreation and entertainment, gatherings, and non-essential businesses for a 30-day period beginning at 11:59 pm March 24. He also closed public schools throughout the Commonwealth for the remainder of the school year.
  • Public and private gatherings of 10 or more individuals is prohibited.
  • Dining areas in restaurants, etc. are closed. Delivery and take-out services may continue.
  • Recreational and entertainment businesses - including theaters, gyms, beauty salons, racetracks, bowling alleys, and more - are closed.
  • Essential retail businesses such as grocery stores, pharmacies, banks, automotive facilities, hardware, pet and feed stores, etc. may remain open during normal business hours.
Restaurants and Food Retailers
Already providing food pick-up/delivery options? With an on- and off-premise retail license from the Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority, you can add beer or beer and wine to you pick-up/delivery menu.
Fairfax County
The Fairfax County  Board of Supervisors  approved a one month extension for filing business personal property taxes, to June 1, and paying the first installment of real estate taxes, to August 28. For more information,click the button below.
U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
The SBA announced disaster assistance loans for small businesses impacted by COVID-19. Click the button below for more information.
The Town of Herndon is focused on providing support and information to assist town businesses through the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. For direct assistance, contact Dennis Holste, economic development manager at 
dennis.holste@herndon-va.gov  or 703-435-6800 x2085.