UDC recommends conditional approval of Mayo Bridge replacement (UDC 2026-01)
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Urban Design Committee met January 15, 2026 (9 present, 2 absent) and reviewed UDC 2026-01, a Location, Character, Extent concept for the proposed replacement of the Mayo Bridge between Manchester Road and Dock Street. The Committee recommended approval with conditions to the Planning Commission (return due 2026-01-20) and reviewed the Urban Design Guidelines update schedule.
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- UDC recommended approval, with conditions, of UDC 2026-01 (concept review of the proposed replacement of Mayo Bridge) to the Planning Commission; item due back 2026-01-20.
- Condition 1: Revise FINAL plans to show how pedestrian, bicycle, and vehicle lanes connect north and south of the bridge to existing transportation networks and to the adjacent Richmond Slave Trail; include low-height, high-contrast visible barriers for protected bike lanes.
- Condition 2: Revise FINAL plans to provide sidewalks of the same width on both sides of the bridge.
- Condition 3: Provide a rendered elevation of the bridge cross section at FINAL review.
- Condition 4: Provide updated plans for Mayo Island Park at FINAL review.
- Condition 5: Provide an updated community survey at FINAL review.
- Condition 6: Explore outdoor lighting details that are sensitive to light pollution or dark‑skies compliant where applicable.
- Condition 7: Explore inclusion of permeable hardscape materials and sustainable stormwater features as suggested by the Urban Design Guidelines.
- Condition 8: Explore inclusion of public art where feasible.
- Condition 9: Explore spacing and integration of lighting fixtures into the architectural design.
- Condition 10: Explore making railings more permeable to allow visibility of the river.
- Condition 11: Explore the use of plantings on the bridge.
- Condition 12: Explore adding additional safety measures to the pedestrian crossings on the island.
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