Martyn Thake said the shuttered racetrack needs “significant repair or replacement” to resume races with a potential cost of $10 million to $15 million.
A return to racing at Southside Speedway? Not so fast, county consultant says
Government
‘We took that as a challenge to change’: Richmond trims permit backlog, delays
The reductions followed complaints from developers and other applicants about slow turnaround times in permitting and inspections and costs of outsourcing reviews to third parties.
New York Deli owners working on new restaurant in Byrd Park
The group is looking to open a cafe and sandwich shop in a long-vacant building on Stafford Avenue. If approved by the city, it would be one of the only dining options in that part of town.
Alabama developer planning hundreds of apartments in Bon Air
A rezoning application with Chesterfield County shows five townhome-style buildings and four larger apartment buildings with 324 units on 31 acres.
The Agenda: Local government briefs for 11.14.22
Multimillion-dollar bond referendums pass in two counties, a motorsports consultant analyzes Southside Speedway, and construction progresses on a sports and events center at Virginia Center Commons.
Kleyman adds 31-unit mixed-use building to plans for Chimborazo crossroads
“The two developments will form up a gateway into Church Hill through Glenwood Avenue,” said Daniil Kleyman, who also plans to build more than 100 apartments.
The Agenda: Local government briefs for 11.7.22
A 120-unit apartment complex is up for a vote in Hanover, Richmond floats a cold weather shelter plan, and Henrico considers a proposed Sheetz across from the Staples Mill train station.
Call goes out for City Center, Coliseum redevelopment pitches
The city’s EDA and the Greater Richmond Convention Center Authority on Thursday issued their anticipated request for interest from development teams that want a shot at transforming the Richmond Coliseum and surrounding area. Responses are due Dec. 20.
Cannabis dispensary opens in Carytown
Green Leaf Medical, thwarted in its efforts to open in Chesterfield County, had no problem launching a new store called Cannabist in the city of Richmond.
Housing nonprofit starts construction on small subdivision in South Chesterfield
Ettrick Landing will rise on land that was formerly occupied by the Ettrick Elementary School annex, previously known as Dupuy Elementary.