Special Use Permits
Recently adopted special-use permits
Special-use permits that Richmond City Council adopted in the last 12 months — what each one authorized and where. This is the record of what got approved; for applications still under review, see the open list.
As of November 12, 2026 · Richmond, VA
Adopted in the last 12 months (100)
Special-use permits approved by City Council in the last 12 months. Each links to the adopting ordinance on Legistar.
Special Use Permit to develop a 5-story mixed-use building. ("South Lombardy Flats")
Authorize the use of a portion of the property as an event space with outdoor entertainment for periodic planned special event
600 Sqft adu
Authorize 5900 Grove to have office for interior design and tutoring in existing building and use the vacant lot at 5902 Grove for outdoor space in connection with tutoring workshops.
Special Use Amendment to alter hours of operation and revise occupancy of outdoor space
authorize the division of the property into five lots, the construction of two single-family attached dwellings, one single-family detached dwelling, and the reconfiguration of the existing duplex into two single-family attached dwellings
1412 Chestnut St Richmond VA 23222Highland Park Southern TipAdopted Oct 13, 2026Ordinance 2026-255 →New construction of 31 single-family attached townhomes.
I am hoping to convert the unfinished basement space of my property into two seperate 2-bedroom apartments. Each new unit would be approximately 1400 square feet. The property is currently considered non-conforming based on the existing layout of 4 individual units on one parcel, with the parcel being slightly smaller than the required 6,000 square feet needed to add the additional 2 units in the basement.
second driveway
Special Use Permit to develop a 5-story mixed-use building. ("North Lombardy Flats")
Authorization of one (1) new two-family attached dwelling on the Property.
Enlarge & enclose existing deck into sunroom. Repair/rebuild 1st floor deck in same footprint.
Construct a new duplex to replace the dilapidated duplex that currently exists on the lots.
Application for a Detached Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) permit for an existing, detached garage with second story addition.
To add a ADU on a existing garage
Authorization for the construction of one (1) new ADU on the Property.
THE SHOPS AT FAIRFIELD. AN ECONOMIC REVITALIZATION PROJECT. The property owner wishes to place on the property a more appropriately scaled commercial development. A proposed site plan meeting the owner/investor's minimum square footage requirements per shop is attached. The owner/investors require two-story commercial bays. The highest and best use of the property to achieve their financial investment is Nine first-floor rentable small neighborhood shops with second-floor rentable office space. As proposed in the attached site plan, storage, sales, and office space for first-floor tenants are also available on the second floor. The existing convenience store building shall be demolished. The architect is a neighborhood resident and president of the 50-year-old community organization, the Eastview Civic League, and is confident that the community will welcome this improvement at this intersection of Mechanicsville Turnpike and Fairfield Way. Thank -You
Westover Baptist Church requests an amendment to the existing Special Use Permit to allow for General Personal Service uses within the existing church structure. Our goal for this amendment is to allow the church to provide a range of health and wellness-oriented personal services to the Richmond community.
Authorize subdivision of a parcel without street frontage
This is an amendment to SUP-153791-2024 which allows for the parcel to contain two single family detached dwellings. I would like to amend the SUP to subdivide the parcel into two distinct parcels.
Authorization of lot split and construction of two new single-family detached dwellings
30 single-family lots
The applicant proposes to subdivide the existing parcel into two residential lots. The existing single‑family dwelling located on the property will be retained and renovated through the standard building permit process. The newly created parcel will contain a two‑family dwelling (duplex). The SUP is required to authorize both the subdivision of the parcel and the construction of the duplex on the newly created lot. The proposed development represents a modest form of residential infill development that makes efficient use of an oversized residential parcel while maintaining the character of the surrounding neighborhood.
storage unit
Upon completion of building a new ADU it was discovered by the as built survey shows that the structure was accidentally built ~3 inches into the cities required 10ft set back from Endicott rd. and 1 inch from the ally.
1 new single-family home in rear of current home
Requests a Special Use Permit amendment for the property located at 4312 Grove Avenue to allow a veterinary specialty medical office. The proposed use is a referral-based, appointment-only veterinary ophthalmology practice providing diagnostic, medical, and surgical eye care for animals. The use will function similarly to a small medical office with limited daily appointments. No animal boarding, daycare, or kennel use is proposed. Animals will only be present during scheduled visits or procedures. The intent of this request is to amend the existing Special Use Permit to include veterinary specialty medical use while maintaining compatibility with the surrounding office and neighborhood context.
Conversion of the Virginia Home building to multifamily dwellings with accessory parking.
CU-137564-2023 — use text not available
To add the automobile dealership use to the TOD-1 District for this Property, along with regulations specific to the use.
Division of the Property into four lots and the construction of four new single-family detached dwellings
construction of thirteen attached garages which could serve individuals residing outside of the same block as the property.
Lot division and construction of five single-family detached dwellings
Family Day Home
This application respectfully requests a Special Use Permit (SUP) to allow five residents to reside in a detached single-family home—two more than permitted under the current zoning ordinance—to support the operation of a mentorship-based residential program for young adult men. The home will provide a safe, stable, and supportive living environment where participants can develop life skills, take on responsibilities, and engage with the community under the guidance of a resident house leader and with regular oversight by a full-time staff member. The full-time staff person will meet weekly with both the house leader and residents to ensure accountability, personal growth, and program consistency. (see attached application)
Subdivision of existing lot into three separate parcels.
Install 10'x10.83' screenroom on concrete foundation
We propose a revision to the approved site plan for 2300 Ingram. This amendment seeks a reduction of on-site parking to facilitate a significant expansion of intentional green space and permeable landscaping. By replacing traditional asphalt with high-quality landscaping, this development adopts a proactive stance on environmental stewardship. This transition is designed to mitigate urban heat and allow natural filtration. The proposed parking reduction is consistent with the City of Richmond’s progressive shift toward Transit-Oriented Development (TOD). By prioritizing pedestrian-centric green space, this project aligns with the City’s current and emerging zoning philosophies around the abolition of minimum parking requirements. This amendment allows the development to mirror the flexibility afforded to by-right projects, directly supporting the Richmond 300 Master Plan goal of creating a "Green and Resilient" city. Ultimately, this amendment produces a project that prioritizes urban sustainability and ecological health to both future residents and the surrounding community.
Construction of a new single-family detached dwelling
Applying to divide the current parcel/lot into 4 buildable parcels/lots.
Construction of one single-family detached dwelling and one single-family attached dwelling
This application is for a two-story deck and staircase structure
We are planning to start an electric automotive dealership in part of the space using existing structures
New single family home
requesting to build new SFR on existing lot once lot has been split
Construction of two single-family detached homes on a vacant parcel
This SUP case for a day nursery was approved by City Council on May 26, 2026. There are unrelated holds on the account preventing this file from being closed.
amendment to adjust lot line between 1301 N 27th and 2720 S Street
SUP-179176-2026 — use text not available
2 units in an accessory structure to a two-family dwelling
Amend Ord. No. 2017-073, adopted April 10th, 2017, to amend the boundaries of the subject SUP to remove 1109 and 1111 W Franklin Street from scope. Tracking with companion SUP.
one two-family detached dwelling
Authorize the renovation of the existing institutional buildings for use as two single-family detached dwellings and the construction of two accessory dwelling units. Tracking with SUP Amendment SUP-173888-2025.
Request for approval of a special use permit to authorize the construction of up to 172 affordable multi-family housing units and ancillary uses customary to residential uses (e.g. amenity spaces), as authorized in the R-4 Residential District and subject to the corresponding applicable zoning district regulations.
Special Use Permit of 90+ MF units at 101 Cowardin.
Lot division and construction of two new single-family detached dwellings
Special Use application for outdoor entertainment usage.
Zoning district requires 6,000 sq. ft. to build a single family home on property. I'm requesting SUP to build on 4,760 square feet vacant lot at 3119 Napoleon St.
Authorize the construction of four dwellings, configured as two (2) new two-family detached dwellings on the Property.
CU-170829-2025 — use text not available
Screened in Porch
Retain the existing single-family attached dwellings and construct two abutting two-family dwellings an an accessory outbuilding containing three garage spaces and a second floor dwelling unit.
accessory dwelling unit
Construction of an accessory building for home occupation use
SUP to authorize the construction of seven new single-family detached dwellings on the property
Special use permit — use text not available
Amendment to SUP for mixed-use development - (150) units total. SUP-122999-2022
1515 Chamberlayne Pkwy Richmond VA 23222Chamberlayne Industrial CenterAdopted Mar 10, 2026Ordinance 2026-043 →Applicant applied twice for same property. SUP-169198-2025 is the active case.
Patio use
New construction of a mixed-use building containing 22 dwelling units and 1,076 sf of commercial space.
Special Use Permit to reconstruct the garage with an accessory dwelling unit.
Multi-family dwelling
single-family attached townhomes
Construction of two new single-family detached dwellings
Authorize the construction of two (2) two-family detached dwellings, configured as abutting.
Applying to convert from single family detached to two-family detached dwelling
requesting an increase of 10 additional children to the existing program currently approved for 64 children would like to add 10 children.
Waiver of requirement for building facade to extend 80% of lot frontage
New construction of two single-family detached dwellings
To add a "Commissary Kitchen" designation to the commercial kitchen located at 1101 Melrose Avenue in Richmond Hall.
Construction of two single-family detached dwellings
SUP request to authorize additional height and setbacks for new mixed use building.
Construction of 17 single-family attached dwellings
Amendment to prior special use permit to extend validity
Amendment to the original SUP to allow for commercial use of salon school
The SUP Amendment would (i) add the approximately 2.21 acres parcel (the “Additional Property”) located at 6707 Midlothian Turnpike (C0070124052) shown on the enclosed conceptual site plan to the Existing SUP and Existing SUP Property for purposes of adding accessory vehicular parking, circulation, and landscaping, all as shown on the Plan, and (ii) to clarify that the signage dimensions, art, banners, and elevations shown on the attached exhibits are permitted under the SUP.
to authorize the construction of 14 single-family attached dwellings and one new single-family detached dwelling
Authorize the construction of two (2) abutting two-family detached dwellings
Our plan is to utilize the space over time for a General Retail Shop, Jewelry Repair, Cafe, Wholesale Kitchen, Commissary Kitchen for Catering operation, Menu Tastings for catering clients, Limited Service, Hours of operation Monday-Sunday 10AM-6PM (Special Events open until 10PM), Outdoor Seating In Rear Courtyard (Marshall St. Entrance) for special events.
Special Use Permit to authorize office and social service delivery uses in R-6.
New Church Signage
Rehabilitation of building formerly occupied as a church for multi-family dwelling units
Rear addition to an existing single-family detached dwelling
Special Use Permit to authorize social service delivery, commissary kitchen, and R-63 corner uses.
Re: Amendment to Ordinance 2019-206 SUP-019725-2017 We need to remove the language about the parking requirements for 10 West Leigh St, 12-14 West Leigh St., and 14.5 W Leigh St.
The Applicant is requesting to amend ORDINANCE No. 2023-266 to increase the deadline in which the Applicant must file for the building permit from 730 calendar days to 1,825 calendar days following the effective date of the ordinance.
Ord. 2025-255__request for Two Duplexes to built side by side on 1915 5th Ave
Construction of one (1) two-family detached dwelling
Construct exterior dining patio.
Five single-family dwellings configured as a group of two and group of three and one two-family detached dwelling