Description
Title: To authorize the special use of the property known as 5 North Colonial Avenue Rear for the purpose of up to six attached garages, which may be rented to persons who reside outside of the same entire block as the Property, upon certain terms and conditions. (1st District)
Summary
Ordinance No. 2026-155, introduced on June 8, 2026, seeks to authorize the special use of the property at 5 North Colonial Avenue Rear for the construction of up to six attached garages. These garages may be rented to individuals residing outside of the same block, which is currently not permitted under existing legislation. The property is located in an R-6 Single-Family Attached Residential District and has been identified for mixed-use development in the Richmond 300 Master Plan. The legislation is significant as it aims to provide additional parking solutions, potentially reducing congestion from on-street parking. Public hearings will be held to gather community input, ensuring transparency in the decision-making process. The ordinance includes specific conditions to protect public welfare