A new pandemic relief program targets microbusinesses in Chesterfield, a mixed-use development project faces a deciding vote in Hanover, and Richmond and Powhatan seek input on land use plans.
The Agenda: Local government briefs for 11.16.20
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350-unit Laurel Park redevelopment ‘full steam ahead’ after Henrico approval
New York-based Aurelie Capital plans to replace the aging shopping center with apartments and retail space across a dozen buildings.
The Agenda: Local government briefs for 11.9.20
A county airport is getting a new terminal building, a state COVID relief fund is expanded to help more businesses, and Richmond and Henrico leaders face full agendas this week.
City, builders kick off $35M final phase of Highland Grove redevelopment
The project is filling the area around Dove Street that was formerly the Dove Court public housing community and a pair of blighted apartment complexes.
With five-home infill project, builder finds affordability at a price
“I don’t know how many city officials really appreciate the time value of money,” Center Creek Homes CEO Dan Magder said of costs the company incurred going through Richmond’s permitting process.
The Agenda: Local government briefs for 11.2.20
A museum’s request to allow larger events draws support and opposition from neighbors in the Fan, Chesterfield rolls out more pandemic relief for businesses, and a library conference and event center starts construction in Petersburg.
The Agenda: Local government briefs for 10.26.20
Henrico to vote on $75 million in bonds for Westminster Canterbury project; Richmond City Council weighs a boost to the city’s coronavirus contingency fund.
Carver Square condos OK’d as builder plans more at Rocketts Landing
Stanley Martin Homes also secured approval in Henrico for a 111-home expansion of its nearly 500-home ReTreat at One development.
The Agenda: Local government briefs for 10.19.20
Powhatan County rolls out a second round of pandemic relief for businesses, Chesterfield planners face a busy agenda this week, and condo projects secure approvals in Richmond and Henrico.
City ponders Public Safety Building sale as development offer looms
“Our discussions with the developer have been productive,” the mayor’s office said last week of Capital City Partners’ offer to buy and redevelop the site with a 20-story, VCU Health-anchored tower.