Zoning Richmond Virginia

[Elizabeth O.]

I own a duplex zoned R-6 with a parcel square footage of 7973.5 on 0.183 acres.  The property next door is owned by an investor, a single family but also zoned R-6 with 7968.5 sqft on 0.183 acres.  I was wanting to see my options for rezoning and putting up a larger multifamily building on both lots.  Our properties back to a church and there are other apartment complexes on the street and surrounding area.  I'm going to start with pulling zoning requirements and calling the city but wanted to reach out here to see if anyone had any advice or had done the same thing. 

I wanted to know if it's even possible before I reach out to the other investor.

Thanks so much.

[Chase Schmidt]

Hey Elizabeth,

Re zoning can take a long time to get approval, but it can also be very profitable.

Take the time to do your due diligence and check with the city before investing any capital. R6 may allow multiple buildings on one lot and up to 4 units, there may be some good options without the headache of re zoning.

I agree that if the property works as a SFH then nothing should keep you from buying it and taking the time to figure out zoning later.