MUNI-RICHMOND COUNTYlocal legislationConsent Agenda

Proposed Zoning Approval for 31 New Townhomes on South Meadow Street

Original title: To authorize the special use of the properties known as 901 South Meadow Street, 903 South Meadow Street, 905 South Meadow Street, 907 South Meadow Street, 911 South Meadow Street, 915 South Meadow Street, 921 South Meadow Street, and 923 South Meadow Street, for the purpose of up to 31 single-family attached dwellings, upon certain terms and conditions. (5th District)

July 27, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

This ordinance determines whether a specific residential development project can proceed in the 5th District, potentially adding 31 housing units to the neighborhood.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Property owners of 901-923 South Meadow Street

The ordinance grants them the legal authorization to develop up to 31 residential units on their properties.

5th District residents

The neighborhood composition and density may change due to the addition of up to 31 new housing units.

What changed

Last recorded activity July 27, 2026.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

This ordinance proposes authorizing a special land-use permit for the development of up to 31 (townhomes) across eight properties on South Meadow Street. The project is currently listed on the City Council's .

Key Facts

The ordinance authorizes a special use permit for eight specific properties on South Meadow Street.
The authorization allows for the construction of up to 31 single-family attached dwellings.
The project is located in the 5th District.
The ordinance is identified as ORD. 2026-120.
The ordinance was introduced on February 6, 2026.
The ordinance is currently placed on the City Council's consent agenda.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'special use' mean in this context?

It refers to a zoning permit that allows a property owner to use land in a way that is not automatically permitted by the standard zoning code, subject to specific conditions set by the City Council.

What are 'single-family attached dwellings'?

These are residential structures, commonly known as townhomes, where individual units are attached to one another but are designed for single-family occupancy.

What does it mean that this is on the 'consent agenda'?

A is typically used for items that are considered routine or non-controversial and are often voted on as a single block without individual discussion.

Why It Matters

This ordinance determines whether a specific residential development project can proceed in the 5th District, potentially adding 31 housing units to the neighborhood.

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Connected Entities

location905 South Meadow Street“Property included in the special use authorization.”Map →

location903 South Meadow Street“Property included in the special use authorization.”Map →

location915 South Meadow Street“Property included in the special use authorization.”Map →

organizationCity Council“The governing body considering the ordinance.”Map →

location901 South Meadow Street“Property included in the special use authorization.”Map →

location923 South Meadow Street“Property included in the special use authorization.”Map →

location907 South Meadow Street“Property included in the special use authorization.”Map →

location921 South Meadow Street“Property included in the special use authorization.”Map →

location911 South Meadow Street“Property included in the special use authorization.”Map →

Sources

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