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RICHMONDlocal legislationRegular Agenda

Proposal for New Building at 410 Madison Street

Original title: 410 Madison Street - Construct a new two-and-a-half story building on vacant parcel.

Record date · March 24, 2026

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What This Bill Does

An application has been filed with the Commission of Architectural Review to construct a new two-and-a-half story building on a currently vacant lot at 410 Madison Street.

Why it matters

This application initiates the formal review process to determine if the proposed building design meets local architectural standards for the property at 410 Madison Street.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

Property owner of 410 Madison Street

The owner is seeking approval to develop the vacant parcel.

Directly affected

Commission of Architectural Review

The commission is responsible for evaluating the design proposal against local standards.

Key Facts

The application proposes the construction of a new two-and-a-half story building.
The project site is currently a vacant parcel located at 410 Madison Street.
The application is filed under file number COA-181518-2026.
The application is categorized as a 'Regular Agenda' item.

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The application was introduced on March 11, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Certificate of Appropriateness?

It is a formal approval required from an architectural review board to ensure that new construction or exterior changes comply with local design and historic preservation standards.

What happens next for this project?

The application will be reviewed by the Commission of Architectural Review as part of their regular agenda process.

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Connected Entities

410 Madison Street, Commission of Architectural Review, COA-181518-2026

location410 Madison Street“The site of the proposed construction.”Map →

OrganizationCommission of Architectural Review“The body responsible for reviewing the application.”Map →

otherCOA-181518-2026“The file number for the application.”Map →

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