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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Henrico County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Residential development proposals in Brookland district
A provisional use permit would let Spy Rock Real Estate Group build a mixed-use development with apartments at Westmoreland and Jacque Streets, land now zoned light industrial. It brings new housing and commercial services to the Westwood Redevelopment Overlay area, though the comprehensive plan designates the site for heavy industry.
OP Holdings Osborne Turnpike event space and outdoor recreation
A 35.82-acre Varina site was proposed for indoor event space and outdoor recreation, though a deferral to October 15 was requested. The land is recommended for environmental protection and open space in the comprehensive plan, so its future is a live neighborhood issue.
Westwood mixed-use development with multifamily housing
Spy Rock Real Estate Group's permit request would bring multifamily housing and mixed uses to a light-industrial parcel near Westmoreland and Jacque streets, in the Westwood Redevelopment Overlay.
Affordable housing easement at 3900 Nine Mile Road
The Board was asked to sign an easement agreement supporting Richmond Affordable Housing on Nine Mile Road in Varina.
Townhomes on Pouncey Tract Road (REZ-2025-103169)
Bacova Development wants to rezone nearly 10 acres for townhomes near Kain Road, adding housing density in the Three Chopt District after a May deferral.