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Council delays Fenton Street special-use permit after neighborhood opposition and requests for more outreach
Summary
After extensive public comment from nearby homeowners and renters, Richmond City Council voted to continue consideration of a special-use permit for a proposed three-house infill at 2201–2203 Fenton Avenue to the Sept. 8 meeting to allow more community engagement.
Richmond City Council on July 28 voted to continue a proposed special-use permit (SUP) for development at 2201–2203 Fenton Avenue after residents raised notice, density and tree-loss concerns.
Residents said they received little or no direct notice about the application, expressed worry that the developer seeks to place three houses on a narrow lot (speakers cited existing lot rules and said typical lots are about 50 feet), and asked for more time for community meetings and…
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