Description
Title: To authorize the special use of the properties known as 1101 Hampton Street, 2004 Powhatan Street, 2008 Powhatan Street, 1006 South Meadow Street, 1008 South Meadow Street, and 1010 South Meadow Street, for the purpose of no more than one multifamily dwelling and off-street parking area, upon certain terms and conditions, and to repeal Ord. No. 84-310-278, adopted Dec. 17, 1984, and all amendatory ordinances thereto. (5th District)
Summary
Ordinance No. 2026-183, introduced on July 27, 2026, seeks to authorize the special use of six properties in Richmond's Byrd Park neighborhood for the development of a multifamily dwelling with up to 131 units, along with an off-street parking area. This use is currently prohibited under the R-5 Single-Family Residential zoning. The ordinance aims to convert an existing nursing home, The Virginia Home, into residential units while providing necessary parking infrastructure. The legislation includes specific conditions to mitigate potential impacts on the community, such as limiting building height to seven stories and ensuring adequate parking. Public hearings will allow community input, emphasizing the city's commitment to engage residents in local development decisions. The ordinance will repeal earlier