Richmond, VA · City of Richmond
Application for Certificate of Appropriateness
Property owners and their representatives use this application to request Commission of Architectural Review approval for proposed work in a historic district.
What this form is
Use this application to request a Certificate of Appropriateness for alteration, demolition, or new construction. It asks for property, applicant, owner, and project information, and requires the property owner’s signature. Submit the application with the applicable checklist, supporting materials, and fee; the form says incomplete or late applications will not be considered.
Who needs it
Property owners or their agents proposing alteration, demolition, or new construction in a historic district use this application.
How to submit it
Submit the signed application and supporting materials to the Division of Planning and Preservation, 900 E. Broad Street, Room 510, and email or OneDrive a digital copy. The application fee is invoiced and must be paid before scheduling.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; it requires the property owner’s signature, and the document identifies no notarized or sworn attachment.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Certificate of Appropriateness application PDF.
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Complete And Sign
Provide applicant, owner, property, and project information. The property owner’s signature is required.
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Gather Supporting Materials
Include the applicable checklist and supporting documentation, including legible plans and specifications as required.
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Submit To The Division
Deliver the signed application and one copy of supporting materials to the Division of Planning and Preservation, and send a digital copy by email or OneDrive.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Certificate of Appropriateness application for?
- It requests Commission of Architectural Review approval for proposed alteration, demolition, or new construction. The application asks for property, applicant, owner, and project details.
- Do I need a notary for the Certificate of Appropriateness application?
- No. The application is signed without a notary and requires the property owner’s signature. The document does not identify any notarized or sworn attachment.
- How do I submit the Certificate of Appropriateness application?
- Submit one signed application and supporting documentation to the Division of Planning and Preservation, 900 E. Broad Street, Room 510. Send a digital copy and supporting documents by email or OneDrive.
- What materials must accompany the application?
- Include the applicable checklist and supporting documentation, such as legible plans, drawings, elevations, and material specifications. The application also says the required fee must be paid before scheduling.
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