Planning and Preservation

COVID-19 UPDATE

The Planning and Preservation Division in Room 510 is not open to walk-in visits at this time but staff is available to meet, following social distancing protocols. To schedule an appointment, email carey.jones@richmondgov.com or call 804-646-6335. New applications for certificates of appropriateness can be submitted via email or via Microsoft OneDrive. For information on how to register and use Microsoft OneDrive, click here.

The Planning and Preservation Division (P & P) is responsible for a multitude of long range planning initiatives, including developing and updating the city-wide Master Plan and the Downtown Plan.

Planning

• Master Planning - P & P staff develops specific long-range plans for consideration by the City Planning Commission and adoption by City Council, which include updating and amending the Richmond's Master Plan and the Downtown Plan.
• Small Area Planning - P & P staff develops various neighborhood plans and studies.
   

Plan Implementation / Ongoing Studies
P & P staff engages in long range planning studies and projects to support implementation of the city's Master Plans and other community priorities. These studies can pertain to a variety of civic concerns, such as parking requirements, street trees, and environmental issues.

Historic Preservation
P & P staff is responsible for administering the Old and Historic District Ordinance and provides support to the Commission of Architectural Review. Staff also reviews projects in compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act.  Click here to learn more about Historic Preservation in the City of Richmond.

Urban Design Committee
The Urban Design Committee (UDC) reviews work taking place on public property or within the public right-of-way. The UDC meets once a month to consider these applications.  Click here to learn more about the Urban Design Committee.

Census and Demographic Data
P & P staff collects, analyzes and disseminates U.S. Census data about the city of Richmond to the general public and other city agencies.