Major Facilities Projects
City facilities are critical to the delivery of a broad range of services to the public. Richmond is a growing community and the City of Richmond is committed to investing in infrastructure to meet community needs. City Council approved a priority list of major facility projects for the period of 2016-2026 including the facilities below.
Other new priority projects may arise over time as community needs change or other funding opportunities become available.
Typical Facility Project Planning Stages
Facility development projects typically consist of many stages of advanced planning and design leading up to occupancy, including: project initiation, program development, site selection, concept design, form and character, enabling works, detailed design and construction implementation. From conception through opening to the public, the process generally takes three to seven years to implement. It is important to note that not all projects will include all of the stages listed or conduct stages in the same sequential order.
Steveston Community Centre and Library Replacement
Project Stage: Construction Implementation
Location: Steveston Village (to be located at 4311 Moncton Street)
Contact: projectdevelopment@richmond.ca
Expected Completion: Q4 2026
Project Description
On September 23, 2019, Council approved the 60,350 sq. ft. program for the Steveston Community Centre and Library replacement, which was developed from feedback gathered through public engagement. On December 15, 2020, Council approved the site for the new facility to be located in the southeast quadrant of Steveston Park. The new facility will support a local community centre and library programs, regional tournaments and events, and allow for future population growth.
Council has approved the program, site location, floor plans and concept design for the new facility, as well as a budget of $90 million to complete the design and construction of the facility. Site preparation began October 2022 with an anticipated opening in 2026. As work progresses, this page will continue to be updated.
What's Happening Now
Construction is progressing, with the initial sections of structural steel now in place on-site, marking a significant milestone in the development of the new building's framework.
A new park washroom will be constructed to replace the existing washrooms, servicing the splash park and Steveston playground, which are part of the existing community centre building and are accessible from the Steveston Community Centre exterior.
To learn more about the Steveston Community Centre and Library project and construction updates, visit: Steveston Community Centre and Library story map.
Related Materials
Visit Steveston Community Centre and Richmond Public Library - Steveston Branch for more information on the programs and services currently offered.
Works Yard Replacement Project – Phase 1
Project Stage: Advanced Planning/Program Development
Location: 5599 Lynas Lane
Capital Funding: $100 Million
Contact: wyplanning@richmond.ca
Project Description
The Works Yard is critical to providing essential services, operations, maintenance, emergency response and disaster recovery to the community.
The Works Yard was completed in 1981. The facilities and infrastructure do not meet modern building code standards nor post-disaster standards. These deficiencies could restrict or impede the City’s ability to respond and recover from a significant seismic or flood event, as those events would likely damage the Works Yard to an extent that would make it inoperable and potentially unsalvageable for an extended period of time.
Replacement of the Works Yard at its current site, 5599 Lynas Lane, was approved by Council in July 2023. It is estimated that the full Works Yard Replacement Project will be delivered in multiple phases over 7-10 years during which operations will be maintained, serving customers and the community throughout construction.
Phase 1 will include:- Relocating staff
- Repurposing and demolishing identified existing site facilities
- Constructing an administration building and parkade
- Improve the City’s ability to respond and recover from events impacting community safety and emergencies
- Perform City services essential to the health, safety, mobility and quality of life of Richmond residents and businesses
- Function in the event of a major disaster, dike breach, seismic or flood event
- Be innovative, resilient and sustainable, meeting the spatial and functional requirements of the various work groups and allowing for future growth
- Support strategic and sustainable community growth and development for generations
- Typical construction will be from 7:00am to 5:00pm, Mon to Fri and will comply with Noise Regulation Bylaw No. 8856.
- Advance notification regarding work that may impact residents, businesses and staff will be provided.
Capstan Community Centre
Project Stage: Development Permit
Location: Capstan Village
Contact: projectdevelopment@richmond.ca
Project Description
Capstan Community Centre is planned for the second phase of the YuanHeng Development in the Capstan Village area; a mixed use development that includes 33,000 sq. ft. for a two-storey facility located just off No. 3 Road near Capstan Way.
The facility will include a large gymnasium for sports and community events, an indoor activity track, studios and spaces for arts and creative pursuits, a children’s exploratorium, as well as a variety of multipurpose spaces and community gathering areas.
This developer-funded facility is being provided as a community amenity contribution. The City of Richmond will receive a turn-key community centre and will obtain ownership of the facility once completed.
Related Materials
| Date | Description | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 11, 2022 | Report to PRCS Committee | Naming of the Community Centre in the YuanHeng Development 3311 No. 3 Road |
| Sep 20, 2016 | Report To Planning Committee | Application by YuanHeng Seaview Developments Ltd & YuanHeng Seaside Developments Ltd for Rezoning at […] |
Bowling Green Community Activity Centre (Lawn Bowling Clubhouse)
Project Stage: Construction Implementation
Location: Minoru Park (currently located at 6131 Bowling Green Road)
Budget: $5.3 Million
Contact: projectdevelopment@richmond.ca
Expected Completion: Q3 2025
Project Description
On May 27, 2019, Council approved funding in the amount of $5.3 million (2020 dollars) for the new Bowling Green Community Activity Centre. On June 1, 2023, Council approved the concept design and preliminary floor plan for a 3,200 square foot facility.
Currently under construction, the new facility is designed to meet the day-to-day operational needs of the Richmond Lawn Bowling Club (the Club) and better position the Club to host more regional and provincial events and tournaments throughout the year. It will accommodate growth of the lawn bowling community in Richmond while also providing multipurpose space for community programs and community use.
What’s Happening Now
Construction is progressing on schedule, with completion anticipated in Q3 2025. The structural steel framing has been completed, and installation of the roofing system is scheduled for completion by the end of April 2025.
Related Materials
| Date | Description | Title |
|---|---|---|
| May 27, 2019 | Report to General Purposes Committee | Richmond Lawn Bowling Clubhouse Program Options |
| Dec 17, 2018 | Report To General Purposes Committee | Richmond Lawn Bowling Clubhouse Site and Program Update |
| May 22, 2018 | Report to General Purposes Committee | Major Facilities Phase 2 - Richmond Lawn Bowling Program Plan and Site |
| Sep 27 & 28, 2017 | Open House Materials – September 27 & 28, 2017 | Richmond Lawn Bowling Clubhouse Open House Outcomes |
West Richmond Pavilion
Project Stage: Form and Character Design
Location: Hugh Boyd Athletic Park (currently located at 9200 No. 1 Road)
Contact: projectdevelopment@richmond.ca
Project Description
Following Council approval of the specific Hugh Boyd Park site location and $19.85 million budget, West Richmond Pavilion was adopted as the name of the new facility.
The new 10,830 square foot facility will support the day-to-day need of community programming and the sport organizations operating within the park. The building will be built to Passive House and Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Certification, and ultimately provide a more comprehensive solution for the growing needs of the community.
Features include a second floor outdoor viewing deck, two multipurpose rooms, change rooms, washrooms, storage space and a referee room.
Related Materials
| Date | Description | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2024 | Report To General Purposes Committee | Naming of the New Community Facility and Fieldhouse located in Hugh Boyd Community Park |
| Jul 8, 2024 | Report To General Purposes Committee | Hugh Boyd Community Facility and Fieldhouse – Program, Site Selection, Form and Concept Design |
| Jun 27, 2023 | Report To General Purposes Committee | Hugh Boyd Community Facility and Fieldhouse – Stakeholder Engagement and Delivery Timeline |