Richmond's UDC requires home occupations to avoid generating traffic, parking demand, or deliveries that exceed normal residential activity, preserving the quiet character of single-family neighborhoods.
Under the Richmond Unified Development Code, home occupations qualify as accessory residential uses only if they do not generate vehicular or pedestrian traffic beyond what is normal for a residence. On-street parking from clients, frequent commercial deliveries, or steady client visits throughout the day are inconsistent with the standard. Operators must accommodate any limited business traffic on their own driveway and avoid disturbing neighbors. The Planning and Zoning Department evaluates traffic impact when reviewing home occupation requests.
Excessive client traffic, on-street client parking, or frequent commercial deliveries can trigger code enforcement complaints, revocation of the home occupation, and fines under the UDC's residential standards.
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