Professional paver patios, driveways, and hardscaping services throughout Richmond, including historic districts like The Fan, Museum District, and Church Hill.
As Virginia's capital city, Richmond presents unique opportunities and challenges for hardscaping projects. The city's mix of historic architecture, urban infill development, and diverse neighborhoods requires specialized expertise.
Many Richmond properties fall within Old and Historic Districts governed by the Commission of Architectural Review (CAR). We're experienced in navigating CAR requirements for The Fan, Museum District, Church Hill, and other protected areas. Our team understands approved materials, submission processes, and design guidelines that preserve Richmond's architectural heritage.
Richmond's older neighborhoods feature narrow streets, limited parking, and tight property access. We use specialized equipment including compact loaders and manual transport when necessary. Our crews are experienced in protecting surrounding properties, managing street parking permits, and minimizing disruption to neighbors.
Richmond sits on Piedmont clay soil that expands and contracts with moisture changes. This creates settling and heaving challenges for hardscaping. Our installation methodology includes deep excavation (8-12"), geotextile fabric barriers, and proper base compaction specifically engineered for Richmond's soil.
This iconic neighborhood of Victorian row houses requires special attention to historic preservation. We install period-appropriate brick and granite pavers, navigate CAR approval processes, and work within tight urban lot constraints. Common projects include courtyard patios, rear parking pads, and front walkway restoration.
Similar to The Fan, the Museum District demands materials and designs that complement early 20th-century architecture. We frequently install permeable pavers to maximize usable outdoor space while staying within impervious surface limits.
One of Richmond's oldest neighborhoods, Church Hill projects often involve historic brick matching, steep slope terracing, and utility-sensitive excavation. We coordinate with Miss Utility (811) and hand-dig near aging infrastructure.
These established neighborhoods offer more flexibility than historic districts while still featuring Richmond's characteristic clay soil. Common projects include backyard entertainment spaces, driveway replacements, and drainage solutions.
Navigating the Commission of Architectural Review can be daunting. We assist with:
Richmond's zoning codes limit impervious surfaces on residential lots. Permeable paver systems offer a solution - they provide functional hardscaping while allowing water infiltration. In many cases, permeable installations don't count toward impervious limits, enabling projects that would otherwise violate zoning.
Additionally, Richmond property owners qualify for Virginia's VCAP program offering up to $14 per square foot (maximum $20,000) in rebates for permeable paver installations.
"Evergreen Pavers transformed our tiny Fan District courtyard into a beautiful entertaining space. They handled all the CAR approvals and worked within our tight access constraints. Highly recommend for historic properties!"
If your property is within an Old and Historic District, yes. Even rear yard projects require review. We assist with the entire approval process.
Yes. We use compact equipment and manual transport. We've completed hundreds of projects in Richmond's tightest urban lots.
We coordinate with the city for temporary no-parking zones when needed and communicate with neighbors in advance.
Generally, brick, granite, and traditional clay pavers are approved. Stamped concrete and modern materials are typically prohibited in visible areas. We bring CAR-compliant samples to your consultation.
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