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Gilpin Court art installation unveiled + redevelopment plan set in motion
Over the past few days, Gilpin Court has made headlines with two new community-shaping developments.
December 17, 2025 04:37 PM
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Elise Steele
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Government
VCU and VCU Health embark on Quest 2028
The new strategic plan unites the university and health system with shared community goals
October 27, 2022
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Katie Potter
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Development
City submits grant application for Reconnect Jackson Ward project
Get application details and what to expect if federal funding comes through.
October 26, 2022
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Development
Let us answer your Richmond construction questions
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October 21, 2022
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Development
Your guide to understanding development news in Richmond, VA
Become a development terminology expert fast than you can say “Special use permit for a mixed-use zone.”
October 14, 2022
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Airports and Transportation
GRTC announces bus stop improvements plan in Richmond, VA
Currently, 5% of active local bus stops have a shelter and 21% have seating.
September 28, 2022
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Robin Schwartzkopf
Two farmers work in a vertical farm plant.
Development
Plenty bringing largest vertical farm campus in the world to Richmond, VA
Plenty Richmond Farm Campus is set to open in winter 2023/2024 growing Driscoll’s strawberries out of Chesterfield.
September 14, 2022
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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Development
RVA Diamond Partners chosen for Diamond District development project
The Thalhimer-based firm was chosen by the city after nearly a year of deliberations.
September 13, 2022
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Katie Potter
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Government
Three proposed zoning changes in Richmond, VA
The city is looking to revise short-term rental regulations, eliminate parking space minimums, and permit accessory dwelling units.
August 17, 2022
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Robin Schwartzkopf
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