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Barndominium Homes in Fredericksburg VA: Everything You Need to Know

Barndominiums are quickly becoming one of the most popular home styles in Central Virginia, especially in and around Fredericksburg. These unique homes combine open living space, energy efficiency, and the flexibility of a shop or garage all under one roof.

If you’re considering building a barndominium in Fredericksburg, this guide will walk you through everything you need to know. From land requirements and zoning to costs and floor plans, it is all here in one place.

Why More People Are Building Barndominiums in Fredericksburg

Fredericksburg sits in an ideal location between Washington DC and Richmond. That gives homeowners the best of both worlds. You are close to major roadways like I 95 and Route 3, but you also have access to large, open lots that allow for creative and spacious home design.

Outside the city limits, areas like Spotsylvania and King George County offer more zoning flexibility. This is where most barndominiums in the Fredericksburg region are built. You can get more land, better views, and more freedom to build the home you really want.

Spear Builders has been serving this region since 1987. We have decades of experience building custom homes throughout Fredericksburg and the surrounding counties.

Visit our Fredericksburg page to learn more
https://www.spearbuilders.net/fredericksburg-va/

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Zoning and Permits for Barndominiums in Fredericksburg

If you are building inside the Fredericksburg city limits, lot availability is limited and zoning tends to favor traditional homes. For that reason, most clients build just outside the city in more rural zones.

In Spotsylvania County, the most common zoning codes for barndominiums are A 3 (agricultural) or R R (rural residential). The county provides helpful guidance on land use through its planning and zoning department.

Spotsylvania Planning and Zoning
https://www.spotsylvania.va.us/306/Planning-Zoning

Before building, you will also need:

  • A certified soil evaluation
  • Septic system design
  • Well drilling permit
  • Land disturbance permit and erosion control plan

We work with clients to handle all of this, and we also offer land evaluation before you purchase a lot.

For more guidance on building on your own lot
https://www.spearbuilders.net/build-on-your-own-lot-virginia-costs-tips/

What Homeowners Want in a Fredericksburg Barndominium

Barndominiums can be anything from a compact two bedroom to a large home with an attached shop or garage. In the Fredericksburg area, we often see requests for:

  • Two story layouts with open living space and high ceilings
  • Attached garages with oversized doors and storage
  • Large covered porches or wraparound decks
  • Board and batten or metal siding for a clean farmhouse style
  • Energy efficient HVAC systems and upgraded insulation
  • First floor bedrooms for long term comfort

We’ve put together a list of the most common design features people ask for
https://www.spearbuilders.net/10-must-have-features-in-your-custom-home/

What Does It Cost to Build a Barndominium in Fredericksburg

A custom barndominium in the Fredericksburg area usually starts around two hundred seventy five thousand dollars for a smaller home, and goes up to six hundred thousand or more depending on square footage, garage space, and finishes.

Additional costs to consider:

  • Clearing land or trees
  • Grading or lot balancing
  • Installing a long driveway
  • Site engineering or well and septic systems

Every home we build comes with a full budget breakdown before construction starts.

If you are looking for small barndominium plan ideas, check out these from our trusted affiliates:

Plan with two bedrooms and oversized garage
https://www.architecturaldesigns.com/house-plans/1500-sq-ft-barndominium-style-house-plan-with-2-beds-and-an-oversized-garage-623137dj

Three bedroom modern barndo plan with front porch
https://www.familyhomeplans.com/plan-82920

Four bedroom with 1800 square feet and mudroom
https://www.theplancollection.com/house-plans/plan-1801-square-feet-4-bedroom-2-bathroom-barndominium-style-33711

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Start Building Your Fredericksburg Barndominium

At Spear Builders of Virginia, we have been building homes in Fredericksburg since 1987. Our team handles everything from land prep to construction and finishing. You bring the plan or vision, and we bring the craftsmanship and experience.

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