Approved without much fanfare in the shadow of Diamond District discussions at Monday’s meeting, the area that includes the Richmond Coliseum is now set up for an RFP of its own.
City Council approves City Center rezoning, VUU tower sign appeal
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‘It’s going to be night and day’: Flying Squirrels, VCU look ahead to new ballpark
Having waited for this since arriving in Richmond in 2009, Flying Squirrels President Lou DiBella and COO Todd “Parney” Parnell said they’re chomping at the bit to get the design process started.
Retail project in Midlothian, Sportsplex land-use plan get planning commission green light
Both undertakings involve a bit of mystery: The retail site’s grocery anchor is being kept secret for now, while the county has previously been in talks with an unidentified developer for land near the Sportsplex that includes the former Southside Speedway.
Unanimous council vote approves Diamond District development plan
While a needed seven-vote majority seemed to be secured going into Monday’s meeting, the vote was uncertain and displayed a coming together among councilmembers who have been divided on past proposals.
The Agenda: Local government briefs for 9.26.22
Virginia Union University’s illuminated tower signs and the proposed City Center rezoning will go before the Richmond City Council. A 50-unit townhome development and a private school were approved in Chesterfield.
Keeping VUU logos atop campus tower will cost university $35,000 annually
Funds from the payments would be put toward preservation projects in Richmond and contribute to a legal defense fund for the Virginia Historic Preservation Easement Program.
Vote scheduled on land-use plan for area around River City Sportsplex
The proposed Genito/288 Special Focus Area Plan would guide development and county policies for a 659-acre area.
20-story apartment tower, 6-story office building planned for Southern States silos site
Upon demolishing the old silos later this year, Hourigan Development is planning to construct what will be among the tallest residential buildings to be built in the city in recent years.
Henrico County event center taking shape, second Shamin hotel floated at Virginia Center Commons
The $50 million, 4,500-seat arena is scheduled to open in about a year and host indoor sports events and concerts.
The Agenda: Local government briefs for 9.19.22
Multi-use developments will be considered in Chesterfield, Richmond’s City Center rezoning is up for a vote, and Henrico establishes a county sports and entertainment authority.