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Proposed Henrico zoning changes would allow taller buildings in some areas
Henrico County officials are considering zoning changes that would allow buildings as tall as 110 feet in certain designated development areas – and potentially as tall as 200 feet with special approval – while imposing additional restrictions on new car washes and modifying outdoor restaurant food preparation regulations. The proposals are part
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Henrico proposes new marijuana business regulations
Henrico County officials are considering zoning changes that would establish regulations for recreational marijuana businesses in the county as a way to implement recent changes in Virginia law governing the distribution, processing and retail sale of cannabis. The changes, outlined in a 24-page draft ordinance amendment (linked below), will
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Henrico Schools’ Living Building will open a year later than planned due to construction delays
Henrico County Public Schools' new environmental education facility, known as the Living Building, is now expected to open in fall 2027 instead of this December because of construction delays. At a Henrico School Board meeting Sept. 24, HCPS Facilities Director Susan Moore said that the project would still fall
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Proposed 24-hour YMCA child-care in Sandston could serve airport employees, others
The former Henrico Volunteer Rescue Squad building near Richmond International Airport in Sandston could become a 24-hour YMCA child-care center as part of a rezoning proposal intended in part to accommodate the children of airport employees who work overnight and irregular shifts. The Capital Region Airport Commission is
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Henrico School Board to consider $21.5 million Johnson Elementary renovation contract, playground projects Oct. 8
The Henrico School Board is expected to consider awarding a $21.5 million construction contract for the renovation of Johnson Elementary School during a work session Oct. 8, while also reviewing the school division's newly released state accountability results and considering nearly $724,000 in playground replacements at
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