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1117 West Franklin Street conversion approved over neighbor objection

Richmond

Summary

Two grand former single-family homes owned near Congregation Beth Ahabah can return to residential use with two accessory apartments, after a neighbor asked Council to send it back for more study. Council sided with the developer and the unanimous Planning Commission recommendation.

At a glance

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Last discussed May 26, 2026.

Impact analysis

✅Who benefits

The developer and future tenants of four new dwelling units in the Fan.

⚠️Who could be affected

Some West Avenue neighbors worry about large ADUs setting a precedent in Fan alleys.

Mentions & discussions (1)

MeetingMay 26, 2026

City Council — May 26, 2026

Two grand former single-family homes owned near Congregation Beth Ahabah can return to residential use with two accessory apartments, after a neighbor asked Council to send it back for more study. Council sided with the developer and the unanimous Planning Commission recommendation.

Related development

1117 West Franklin Street special use (with institutional use reduction)

Adds four homes to a Fan block that had been institutionally used; neighbors worry about large ADUs changing alley character.

2208 Y Street special use

Small duplex-style infill in Church Hill.

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