Henrico Planning Commission to weigh Sandston data center proposal April 11 • Henrico supervisors approve warehouses in Montrose area, despite environmental justice concerns

Henrico Newsflash – April 10, 2024

Apr 10, 2024

Henrico Planning Commission to weigh Sandston data center proposal April 11

A developer’s plans to rezone 622 acres in Eastern Henrico for a complex that ultimately could house more than a dozen data centers will be considered by the Henrico Planning Commission at its April 11 meeting, which begins at 6 p.m.

Richmond developer Hourigan wants to rezone the site, located generally at the southeast corner of the I-64/I-295 interchange in Sandston, from an agricultural to a light industrial designation to allow the construction of data centers, advanced manufacturing facilities, office space and other related uses. Click here to read more

GOVERNMENT COVERAGE

Henrico supervisors approve warehouses in Montrose area, despite environmental justice concerns

At its April 9 meeting, the Henrico Board of Supervisors approved plans for four warehouses and offices in the Montrose area of the Varina District (between Williamsburg Road and Charles City Road), over the concerns of some residents who are concerned that too many industrial developments already exist in the area.

The first, from Lingerfelt Development LLC, will total 176,960 square feet in size and be located on Williamsburg Road at its intersection with Clayton Road. Click here to read more