Policy Database
Local Policy
Richmond,
Virginia
Permitting specified agricultural activities in single family residential zoning districts
Richmond, Va., Code of the City of Richmond, Virginia, § 30.402.2 (2024).
Last Visited 3/31/26
Policy Summary
This law permits propagation and cultivation of crops as a primary use in SFR zoning (though no on-site sales). It also permits up to 6 female chickens in SFR districts, so long as enclosures are at least 15 ft from neighboring homes and not in any required yard space.
State
Virginia
Jurisdiction Name
Richmond
Jurisdiction Type
city
Population Size
200k-800k
Food System Topics
- Urban Agriculture
- Agricultural Production
- Zoning, Planning & Land Use
