At the beginning of 2011, we welcomed the addition of Alliance to Conserve Old Richmond Neighborhoods to our team as BHC’s newly created Center for Neighborhood Revitalization (CNR). Under the BHC umbrella, CNR has continued the Alliance’s programs focused on historic property preservation – including the annual Golden Hammer Awards. The Golden Hammer Awards celebrate excellence in historic
Virginia Housing Trust Fund Campaign (UPDATE)
The Virginia Housing Coalition has initiated a campaign for a Virginia Housing Trust Fund to be created by the General Assembly. The housing industry is a critical part of our local economy in Virginia. The collapse of the home ownership market has had profound economic impact – including the loss of jobs in the construction, sales and financing
Need Help Renovating a Home?
BHC’s Center for Neighborhood Revitalization and Storefront for Community Design are co-sponsoring a workshop that will help you hire and work with the right contractor for your next renovation project. A Renovation Contractor can make the process easier by: Working with owner’s architect Filing all permits – including any applicable tax abatement incentives Having working
Construction underway at Beckstoffers Mill
BHC is anchoring another key piece of revitalization in Church Hill by transforming Beckstoffers Mill and the surrounding block into a new mixed-use, mixed-income urban community. Located between R and S streets on 28th Street, modern energy-efficient apartments are now being constructed within the original structure of the historic lumber mill. By adhering to EarthCraft standards, BHC ensures residents will have low
Celebrate National Night Out with BHC
BHC invites you to join us for National Night Out at Winchester Greens and Market Square Apartments (2800 Bensley Commons Blvd., Richmond, VA 23237) on Tuesday, August 2, from 5:00 – 8:00 pm. The event is free and open to the public – we will have food, drinks, prizes, and personal tours of the communities. Come out for a
Blackwell’s Historic Roots
Join BHC and RRHA at tomorrow night’s Blackwell Neighborhood Civic Association meeting, where Mr. Tyler Potterfield will present Blackwell’s Historic Roots. As Preservation Planner with the City of Richmond, Mr. Potterfield has conducted research on the Blackwell neighborhood and its historic past, which he will share at the meeting. The meeting will be held at the
Two Upcoming Renovation Lending Workshops in July
Better Housing Coalition’s Center for Neighborhood Revitalization has TWO upcoming opportunities this month for FREE Renovation Lending Workshops that will give you all of the financial tools you need for the renovation of an old house in a Richmond neighborhood. You will learn about two important subjects: Renovation Lending Programs How to Qualify for a
Winchester Greens Students Build Culinary Skills
Through a partnership with Chesterfield Virginia Cooperative Extension, BHC’s Community Social Work has brought the Cooking Matters for Teens program to the young residents of Winchester Greens. Offered in the Community Center, this program consists of six two-hour classes which teach teens how to make healthy food choices, how to create meals and snacks for themselves, and the importance
Join us for Renovators’ Happy Hour on June 16
BHC’s Center for Neighborhood Revitalization willl hold its next Renovators’ Happy Hour onThursday, June 16, 5:30 – 7:00 pm. Please join us after work for light refreshments, beverages, and good company as we showcase BHC’s newest single-family renovation at 2012 Fairmount Avenue. This home is ready to welcome new residents to the historic Church Hill
Senior Residents Give Back to Rescue Squad
On Saturday, May 21, the residents of Rockwood Village came together to hold a community-wide yard sale at Faith Heritage Church on Courthouse Road. The yard sale was more than just a ‘spring cleaning’ – it was a way for the residents to say thank you to Station 24 of the Chesterfield County Rescue Squad, as they are