James City restricts vape shops near schools and daycares

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James City restricts vape shops near schools and daycares

New zoning rules create 1,000-foot buffer around child facilities for any smoke or hemp shops

Williamsburg Independent

Jul 27, 2026

The James City County Board of Supervisors voted to prohibit vape and smoke shops within 1,000 feet of schools or daycare centers. Existing businesses before July 1, 2024 are exempt. The ordinance also requires special use permits in certain districts. State law changes in April 2024 enabled these restrictions.