Parking
- Parking Fines/Tickets
Parking tickets are to be paid within 15 days of receipt.
To pay parking fines/tickets issued by the City of Richmond, you may either
mail the payment postmarked by the due date to the address shown on the ticket,
or visit our Payment Office in Room 102 in City Hall, 900 E. Broad Street.
Payments may also be made online. For
information on the payment of parking tickets, call (804) 646-5700.
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Parking Meters
To report broken parking meters, call (804) 646-0999.
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Parking Permits/Fan District
To obtain parking permits for the Fan District call (804) 646-5700 or visit
Room 102, City Hall, 900 East Broad Street or the East District Initiative at
701 N. 25th Street.
Parks
There are more than 40 parks and playgrounds in the City's park system. Some
highlights of the system include Byrd Park with its tennis courts, the Carillon
and the Dogwood Dell Amphitheater; the James River Park System which provides
hiking, bird watching, rafting, canoeing and rock climbing opportunities; and
Forest Hill Park, which offers a variety of large pavilions for group outings.
For information about the offerings of each park or to find the park nearest
you, try our Park Search
Application on the Parks,
Recreation & Community Facilities Website or call the department's
customer service representative at (804) 646-5733.
The Park Search Application provides searchable information on Richmond parks,
playgrounds and community centers. Through a comprehensive database, this
application identifies which facilities are equipped with athletic fields, ball
diamonds, basketball courts, exercise trails, picnic shelters, restrooms,
tennis courts, swimming pools, and tot lots. It also provides information on
how to make reservations at one of our facilities.
Parks, Recreation & Community Facilities
The Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities is located in Room
407, City Hall, 900 East Broad Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219. The department
provides a diverse range of art, athletic, and enrichment activities for all
city residents through a network of programs and facilities. The department is
also responsible for cemeteries.
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Payments
See: Bills/Fees/City Charges
See also: Tax Information
Peddlers
See "Permits", "Vendor Permits",
Permits/Licenses/Inspections
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Business Licenses
Owners of city businesses must obtain a
business license to operate. New businesses in the city must obtain a
license within 30 days of the date of opening. Applicants must first obtain a
Certificate of Occupancy or Zoning Compliance from the Department of Community
Development, Permits and Inspections Division, located in Room 110, City Hall,
900 East Broad Street. They may be reached at (804) 646-6955. The
representatives in the Permits and Inspection Office will help guide applicants
through the process of obtaining a Certificate of Occupancy or Zoning
Compliance.
Once applicants have obtained this certificate, they must purchase a business
license and pay a fee. Business licenses are available from License, Assessment
and Tax Audit Division in Room 103, City Hall, 900 E. Broad Street; for
information, call (804) 646-5700. The fee can be paid in the Department of
Finance Payment Office, Room 102, City Hall, 900 East Broad Street.
Existing business licenses must be renewed by March 3. If gross receipts are
estimated less than $100,000, a $30 licensing fee is due March 3 each year.
If gross receipts are estimated in excess of $100,000, the tax is calculated
based on the business type. For renewal licenses only, the first half of
the total tax amount owed is due March 3, and the balance is due by June 15.
Other permits may be required, such as health permits for food service businesses.
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Permits for Public Health & Law
Enforcement Review
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Building Permits/Inspections (Construction/Renovation/Related Permits)
The Bureau of Permits and Inspections issues building, electrical, mechanical,
plumbing, and other construction permits. The employees will explain the
process to obtain the required permits and inspections for a commercial or
residential building project. To become familiar with the process and its
requirements a pre-application interview with one of their experts well ahead
of time is suggested. Contact the office at (804) 646-6955 with any questions,
or to schedule a time.
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Gas & Water Permits
Permits are required for construction work related to gas and water services.
For more information call the Bureau of Permits and Inspections at (804)
646-6955 or the Public Utilities New Connection at (804) 646-8544.
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Hauling & Moving Permits
The Bureau of Traffic Engineering handles the permits for hauling and moving
items. For information call (804) 646-0999.
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Hauling & Moving Permits Application
Send the completed application and a payment of $25 to the Department of Public
Works, 900 East Broad Street, Room 701, Richmond, Virginia 23219.
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Vendor Permits
All vendors in the city of Richmond must obtain a vendor permit annually.
Vendor permits are available from City Hall, Tax Enforcement Division, 900 E.
Broad Street. Vendor permits expire December 1 each year. There is a small
annual fee. For more information, call (804) 646-5928.
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Operating Permits
The Richmond Department of Fire and Emergency Services requires a number of different operating
permits. For a complete list of required fire permits go to
www.richmondgov.com/departments/fire/prevention/permits.aspx
or call fire prevention at 646-6640.
Personal Property Taxes
See: Tax Information
Pest Control
To help control mosquitoes, rodents, and other pests, contact the Department of
Public Health Department, Environmental Control, at (804) 646-3120.
Police Academies for Citizens
The Citizens' Police Academy embodies the practice of community policing by
offering hands-on policing training for citizens. To get more information or to
register for a Citizens' Police Academy class, please contact the
Police Training Academy at (804) 646-6117.
See also: Senior Citizens Self-Defense Class.
Police Department
The headquarters of the Richmond Police Department is located at 200 West Grace
Street, Richmond, Virginia 23220. The Richmond Police Department is charged
with enforcing the law, improving public safety and engaging the community in
the process. See Police Precinct locations.
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(804) 646-0400 |
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(804) 646-6400 |
Police Precincts
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1st Police Precinct
Address 2501 Q Street, Richmond, Virginia 23223
Phone #: (804)646-3602
Fax #: (804)646-4152
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2nd Police Precinct
Address: 177 E Belt Blvd, Richmond, Virginia 23224
Phone #: (804)646-8092
Fax #: (804)646-8199
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3rd Police Precinct
Address 301 South Meadow Street, Richmond, Virginia 23220
Phone #: (804)646-1412
Fax #: (804)358-1093
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4th Police Precinct
Address 107 South Fifth Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219
Phone #: (804)646-4105
Fax #:
(804)646-4106
Pools/Public Swimming
City pools are open only during the summer months. Swimming lessons, lifeguard
tutoring, and other activities are available for youth and adults. For more
information, call the Department of
Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities at (804) 646-5733.
LOCATION
Northside
Battery Pool
Hotchkiss Pool
Eastend
Fairmount Pool
Powhatan Pool
Woodville Pool
Southside
Swansboro Pool (indoor)
Bellemeade Pool
Blackwell Pool
Westend
Randolph Pool |
ADDRESS
2917 Dupont Circle
701 East Brookland Park Blvd.
2000 "U" Street
1000 Apperson Street
2305 Fairfield Ave.
3160 Midlothian Turnpike
1800 Lynhaven Avenue
238 E. 14th Street
1401 Grayland Avenue |
PHONE NUMBER
(804) 646-0127
(804) 646-3762
(804) 646-3831
(804) 646-3595
(804) 646-3834
(804) 646-8088
(804) 646-8849
(804) 646-8718
(804) 646-1002 |
Port of Richmond Authority
The port offices are located at 5000 Deepwater Terminal Road, Richmond,
Virginia 23234. The Port of Richmond is a City-owned, privately operated
container and general cargo facility on the James River serving shippers
throughout the Mid-Atlantic states. The Port of Richmond Authority is a free
enterprise agency of the City that is responsible for developing, managing, and
marketing the marine terminal.
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(804) 646-2020 |
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(804) 271-1524 |
Potholes
To report potholes in public streets call the
Department of Public Works at (804)646-0999.
Pregnancy
The Department of Public Health offers several programs that provide care and
counseling services for pregnant women. Call (804) 646-3153 for information.
Procurement Services
The City's Procurement Department is located in Room 1104, City Hall, 900 East
Broad Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219. The department serves as the
centralized purchasing authority for the City and acts as a liaison between
suppliers and all City agencies for commodities, services, and design/construction.
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(804) 646-5716
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(804) 646-5989
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Public Assistance
See: Financial Assistance
Publications/City of Richmond
The City's Office of the Press Secretary publishes and televises information about
City programs, services and activities. Below is a description of some of the
available publications.
For copies of these or other City brochures and publications, call (804) 646-7985.
Public Health
See: Health Department
Public Housing
See: Redevelopment and Housing Authority
Public Libraries
See: Libraries
Public Records
To obtain public information about City administration, City Council, Council
districts, Council agendas, Council appointees, boards and commissions, copies
of ordinances, resolutions, proceedings, minutes, or related information,
contact the City Clerk at (804) 646-7955.
Public Schools
See: Schools
Public Utilities
See: Utilities
Public Utility
Bills/Payments/Questions
See: Utility Bills/Payments/Questions
Public Works Department
The Department of Public Works (DPW) is located at 900 East Broad Street, Room
701, Richmond, Virginia 23219. The department's responsibilities include the
removal and disposal of solid wastes, the maintenance and repair of public
streets and sidewalks, traffic engineering, animal care and control, and design and construction of City
capital projects.
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(804) 646-0999
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(804) 646-6629
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Purchasing
See: Procurement Services
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