City Plans to Select Virginia Village Developer by August
The City seeks public feedback on small area plans affecting Virginia Village but not on the request for proposals it plans to issue.
Plans and Policies
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$162M FY2027-2032 CIP Invests in Sewer and Stormwater Capacity Expansion, Delays Property Yard Replacement
3 large transportation projects and expanding sewer capacity are the main reasons for the massive FY2027-2032 CIP. The City is also laying the groundwork for upgrades to the storm water system.
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New Tree Canopy Ordinance is Limited to 10%, But City Policy Can Go Higher
City Council voted for a new 10% tree canopy ordinance for commercial properties. Staff wants this to be followed by changes to City policies for even more canopy, as neighboring jurisdictions have done.
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City Manager: Virginia Village Multistory Building Key to Expanding Affordable Housing
City presses ahead with plans to issue a request for proposals to nonprofit developers this spring.
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City Staff, Council Explore Applying a Commercial and Industrial (C&I) Real Estate Tax
The C&I tax, up to 12.5 cents/$100 of assessed value, would apply only to non-residential commercial properties and be used for expanding transportation infrastructure.
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Lee Park II – A Third Luxury Townhome Development in Park Avenue’s T-Zone
Lee Park II continues the trend in the T-Zone for luxury townhomes. This project has to accommodate a restrictive covenant and serious stormwater issues. Staff is showing some strain accommodating the new approval process.
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Social Safety Net, Metro Funding Top 2026 Legislative Program
City Council establishes the City’s legislative priorities and positions for the upcoming General Assembly in Richmond.
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Council Advocates Return of Site Plan Authority to Planning Commission
Update: City Council makes return of site plan approval authority to the Planning Commission part of its 2026 legislative program.
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FY2027 Guidance: Budget Increase to be Financed by Higher Taxes from Single-Family Homeowners
In the City’s FY2027 guidance, the budget increase relies on a 6% projected increase in single-family home assessments and higher car taxes, while other properties and revenues remain flat. FCCPS staff are to receive a 5% salary hike.
