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OtherApproved1461 Commerce Road; 1451 Commerce Road

Commerce Road mixed-use development

Richmond

Description

City sold two surplus parcels totaling about 13 acres to City Central, LLC for $7.4 million to facilitate a major Southside mixed-use development with 3,000+ rental units and ~1,000 for-sale units.

Impact summary

A landmark Southside redevelopment expected to bring thousands of housing units — including affordable units — plus retail and civic amenities.

Applicant

Name
City Central, LLC
Address
1461 Commerce Road; 1451 Commerce Road

At a glance

Hearings
1
Public comments
0
Total mentions
1

Last vote · City Council

Approved8–1

Last discussed Jun 8, 2026.

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