A $250-million, 17,000-seat arena would anchor a $2.3 billion development in Henrico County, as local developers pitch upgrades on 200 acres northeast of the Interstate 95-Parham Road interchange in greater Richmond. (more…)
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City Council Halts Richmond Arena Development Project
At its Monday meeting, the Richmond City Council effectively killed a proposed development project that included a new arena. (more…)
Richmond Arena Plan Still Drawing Skepticism Despite New Report
Though a third-party consultant’s report gives the proposal a fairly positive review, a proposed Richmond arena development plan continues to be met with skepticism from a majority of the city council. (more…)
Richmond ECHL Team Could Play at Proposed Arena
A proposed Richmond arena could land a minor-league hockey team if it is built, as an effort to place a Richmond ECHL team at the venue is underway. (more…)
State Bill Could Shrink Richmond Arena TIF District
A Virginia lawmaker has introduced a bill that would allow debt from a proposed Richmond arena development to be paid off using a portion of state tax revenues, and could drastically reduce a proposed tax increment financing district. (more…)
Committee Raises Red Flags on Richmond Arena Finances
The finances on a proposed Richmond arena development plan are drawing concern from a committee formed by the city council, which warns of risks in the project. (more…)
Spectra Tapped for Proposed Richmond Arena Management
The NH District Corp. (NHDC) has announced that Spectra will handle management of a proposed Richmond arena, providing some perspective on how the venue will operate if it comes to fruition. (more…)
Attempt at Referendum on Richmond Arena Development Project Falls Short
An attempt to hold an advisory referendum on the public funding portion of a proposal that includes a new Richmond arena fell short, failing to gain enough city council support. (more…)
Richmond Weighs Coliseum Redevelopment Advisory Referendum
On Wednesday, the Richmond City Council is expected to decide whether to have an advisory referendum relating to a proposed Richmond Coliseum redevelopment project that includes a new arena. (more…)
Proposed Richmond Coliseum Redevelopment Unveiled
The Richmond City Council was presented a proposed $1.5 billion Richmond Coliseum redevelopment project that includes a new arena Monday, launching an important review process. (more…)
Richmond Coliseum Redevelopment Plan to be Introduced
A proposed Richmond Coliseum redevelopment project that includes a new arena is taking another step forward, as Richmond mayor Levar Stoney will present it to the city council Monday. (more…)
Major Markets, Major Arena Issues
Currently, there are several major markets in the United States that are served by aging arenas. Although these venues remain functional for events, they are behind their competitors in many areas, making them consistent subjects of speculation over major renovation or replacements. (more…)
