The Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority (RRHA) has announced that the planning process for the revitalization of the North Jackson Ward community is scheduled to begin with the hosting of a public information meeting and listening session on Tuesday, September 30, 6-8PM at the Calhoun Family Investment Center, 436 Calhoun Street.

RRHA and ICON Architecture, Inc. will host this meeting as the first phase of a multi-faceted master planning process which will occur over the next four months. RRHA selected ICON Architecture Inc. of Boston as the firm to lead the agency’s planning process for the revitalization of North Jackson Ward which includes Gilpin Court and Fay Towers .  ICON will serve as the Master Planner for the revitalization process, meaning the company will create a document which describes, in narrative and with maps, an overall development concept including both present property uses as well as future land development plans. ICON will also develop the planning schedule, prepare financial analyses, and engage all stakeholders, including residents, community leaders, and city political and business leadership, in a participatory process where input and design elements will be guided by realistic and sound market principles.

“By redesigning, revamping and reinvigorating North Jackson Ward we will inject renewed life into this neighborhood ultimately recharging the entire city,” said Anthony Scott, RRHA’s executive director. “This rejuvenation represents a key segment of our Strategic Plan. RRHA is excited to have the experienced, award-winning ICON team lead the way as we work with our residents, the community, our partners and stakeholders to chart our course.”

Residents of the North Jackson Ward community and the public are invited to attend.   For more information contact the RRHA Communications Office at 780-4344 or email RRHA at info@rrha.state.va.us.