Land use · Richmond, Virginia

Catering businesses

Named in 9 of this ordinance’s zoning districts.

How this ordinance defines it

The operative definition is the local one. Codes routinely subdivide a category into tiers — “day care 2, family”, “group home 2” — and attach different permissions to each, so only Richmond’s own text settles what this covers.

cafes, delicatessens, ice cream parlors and similar food and beverage service establishments, including catering businesses in conjunction therewith, but not including establishments providing live entertainment or establishments where food or beverage is intended to be consumed

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shops, manicure or pedicure services, massage therapy, medical or dental offices and clinics, catering businesses , kennels, veterinary clinics and similar uses or activities. **(8) Performance.** There shall be no process or activity conducted or equipment operated

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Where it is allowed here

Permitted by right9

Allowed outright — no hearing needed.