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Council approves special-use permit for mixed-use building at Patterson and Libby

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Richmond City Council voted unanimously to adopt a special-use permit allowing a partial fourth story and other deviations for a mixed-use building at 5728 Patterson Avenue and 805 Libby Avenue after public hearings and revisions requested by council and staff.

Richmond City Council on Tuesday adopted an ordinance approving a special-use permit for a mixed-use building at 5728 Patterson Avenue and 805 Libby Avenue, allowing limited deviations from zoning standards including a stepped-back fourth story and reduced front yard setbacks.

The permit—item 25 on the regular agenda—was presented to the council by Kevin Javonk, director of Planning and Development Review, who said staff and the Planning Commission recommended approval and that the proposal aligns with the Richmond 300 land-use plan. "Staff has reviewed this and has recommended its support," Javonk said.

Opponents, including Tammy Rose, a Westwood resident, urged council to consider impacts on parking, traffic and displacement in nearby historic neighborhoods. "There are a lot of cars. It…

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