Community Overview

Government The Town of Clarksville has a council-manager form of government, with a seven-member Town Council headed by a mayor. A town manager oversees the daily operation of the town. Clarksville has an active Planning Commission, Industrial Development Authority, and Board of Zoning Appeals. Town of Clarksville P.O. Box 1147 Clarksville, VA 23927 434-374-8177 434-374-9556(fax) read more...

Business Information

Special Permits Business Licensing Business Considerations Registering with the Police Town of Clarksville Business Incentives Industrial Parks & Utilities Transportation, Workforce & Land Pricing Special Permits The Town Zoning Ordinance has provisions for home occupations. In some cases, a special use permit is required. Please contact the Town office at 434-374-8177 for more information. Special read more...

The History of Clarksville Virginia

Clarksville was the first incorporated town in the county of Mecklenburg. In 1818, the town was named after its founder, Clarke Royster. Located along the Roanoke River, these lands were originally the home to the Occoneechee Indians and several trading paths wound through the area. The Indians were driven away in 1676 by the British, read more...

Historical Sites in Lake Country Virginia

Founded in 1818, the City of Clarksville and surrounding area is filled with exciting and informative pieces of the history of the area and of our nation. From the Prestwould Plantation built in the late 18th century to the recently completed Mecklenburg County Veteran’s Memorial Monument, centuries of fascinating historical information await you in Lake read more...

Clarksville's Facilities

The following facilities are managed by the Town of Clarksville. Please contact the Town Office at (434) 374-8177 for information. Robbins Ballpark – located on Woodland Drive. Host softball & baseball tournaments and soccer leagues. The adjacent Shaver Field facilities are operated by Dixie Youth. Fine Arts Center – located on Virginia Avenue. Among the read more...

Lake Country Area Map

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