New draft zoning maps spark debate over disparities in density
One advocate called it “deeply frustrating that exemptions from growth are being considered for the most educated, affluent and opportunity-rich neighborhoods of our city.”
Housing
Here is the first draft map of how Richmond could be rezoned
“The map will change based on community input over the next several months.”
Citywide cultural heritage plan stalls at Planning Commission over money, workability concerns
“It makes me a little nervous when we’re going to protect something without any guidance on what we’re protecting.”
Survey shows ‘generational divide’ in support for increasing density in Richmond
“We need to think about what the next generation who is going to be living and working here prefers just as much as existing residents who are of an older age group.”
Tiny homes could be Richmond’s newest strategy to fight homelessness
A gated community of tiny homes earmarked for chronically homeless people could be headed to Richmond.
Richmond has identified 539 vacant buildings this year. Here’s where they are.
To be classified as vacant, a building has to be “completely unoccupied,” according to the city.
Local housing demand likely to remain higher than supply, says Richmond home building chief
“I’m very nervous about where pricing is going to go over the next six months to a year.”
