Sustainable Design Standards
What are Sustainable Design Standards (SDS)?
This first edition of the Richmond Sustainable Design Standards (SDS) outlines the sustainable design criteria that are required for City projects and projects constructed on City property. The City of Richmond Department of Public Works (DPW) is responsible for the planning, design, and construction of Special Capital Projects throughout the City. These SDS have been developed to support the City’s vision for an equitable, sustainable, and beautiful City for its 300th anniversary in 2037.
Attend a Community Engagement Session
Your input is critical to finalizing this important document so please join us at one of three community engagement sessions to share your feedback, ask questions, and learn more about SDS.
Thursday, July 18 | 12-1pm | Virtual | Register here
Saturday, July 20 | 10-11:30am |1400 Hull St.| Register here
Tuesday, July 23 | 5:30-7pm | 101 East Franklin St.| Register here
Watch the SDS Technical Preview Presentation
Watch the SDS Technical Preview presentation by Office of Sustainability Director Laura Thomas or review the PDF of the slide deck here.
Review & Comment on the SDS draft
Review the latest draft of the Sustainable Design Standards and share your thoughts by August 15th, 2024.