Occupancy limits in Arlington County, VA
A household may be any number of relatives, or up to four people whether or not related.
A person last checked these rules on October 20, 2026. This is guidance only, so confirm with Arlington County before you build.
The details
- Family: related people, or a group of not more than four persons living together and sharing living areas.High confidence
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Common questions
- How many unrelated people may share a house in Arlington County?
- A household may be any number of relatives, or up to four people whether or not related.
Sources
- Arlington County Zoning Ordinance Article 18, definitions of family and family day care home. Checked 2026-10-21
Family: (a) An individual, or two or more persons related by blood, marriage or adoption, or under approved foster care; or (b) A group of not more than four persons (including servants) whether or not related by blood or marriage living together and sharin…
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