To provide for the granting by the City of Richmond to the person, firm or corporation to be ascertained in the manner prescribed by law of an easement upon, over, under, and across certain property known as 510 East 4th Street for the construction, maintenance, and operation of improvements and associated appurtenances for the generation, distribution and transmission of electricity in accordance with a certain Right of Way Agreement. (6th District)

This ordinance grants an easement to Dominion Energy for the construction, maintenance, and operation of electricity generation, distribution, and transmission improvements on city-owned property located at 510 East 4th Street (Tax Parcel No. S000-0319/001). This easement is necessary to support a private development project at 925 East 4th Street, which requires the relocation and upgrade of existing power poles and the installation of new ones and guy wires. The easement area is a 30-foot width across the property, which is currently non-developable land zoned M-2 heavy industrial and used as a stormwater basin. The agreement includes provisions for Dominion Energy to maintain the facilities, clear obstructions, and repair any damage caused to city property. The City of Richmond, as grantor, retains the right to use the easement for purposes not inconsistent with the grantee's rights. The ordinance was adopted on December 15, 2025, following a public hearing on October 14, 2025, and introduction on September 8, 2025. A Right of Way Agreement, incorporated into the ordinance, details the terms, including a 40-year term for the easement, with a bond of $50.00 required from the grantee.

This action allows for necessary electrical infrastructure upgrades to support a new private development. Residents may experience temporary disruptions during construction related to pole relocation, but the easement itself is on non-developable city land and is intended to facilitate power distribution.

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