Liberty University Commuter Guide
Looking for That Perfect Place?
So, you’re ready to move off campus. Greater freedom and privacy are just over the horizon! Just one small problem- you don’t know where you’re going to live. Or perhaps you already are a commuter but would like a new “home away from home.” Let the Commuter Affairs Office be your #1 resource in your search!
Whether you are looking to buy or rent your first apartment, house or just find a new roommate, look no further than the LU Apartment Finder. Find flexible leasing options, furnished rooms, a place for your pets, special Liberty discounts, temporary summer housing, subleasing* requests and more.
Apartment Finder web site
Good to Know!
Legal Number of Residents in a Dwelling: Regardless of the size of the house or apartment, no more than 1 family – or 3 unrelated people – may live in the same individual dwelling in the city of Lynchburg.
Zoning Ordinance (Lynchburg City Code Sec. 35.1-11.7)
Terms used in the zoning ordinance, when defined in this section, shall have the following meaning: Family: (1) Two (2) or more persons related by blood or marriage, occupying a dwelling, living together and maintaining a household, including not more than one (1) unrelated person. (2) Not more than three (3) unrelated persons occupying a dwelling, living together, and maintaining a household.
Questions?
Lynchburg City Community Planning
(434) 455-3921, web site
Campbell County Community Development
(434) 592-9592, web site
Bedford County Department of Planning
(540) 586-7616, web site
Subleasing
Subleasing requires written consent of landlord. Caution: If the person you find to sublease your dwelling fails to pay rent, it is ultimately your responsibility.

