Riverview (Norfolk)

“Working With Water: A Managed Retreat of Historic Riverview” (2021)

This extraordinary report outlines a comprehensive plan to enhance community resilience and connectivity in Norfolk’s Riverview neighborhood, focusing on its relationship with the Lafayette River. Key goals include creating pedestrian paths that connect the area to the greater Elizabeth River Trail and maintaining waterfront access for public enjoyment. The design also emphasizes passive recreation through boardwalks over tidal marshes, improving water quality with both community-led and large-scale shoreline interventions, and analyzing at-risk homes for potential acquisition over a 60-year phased removal plan. Additionally, the plan aims to preserve Riverview's historic character by incorporating historically significant materials and vegetation into the landscape design.

Reports & Presentations

“Working With Water: A Managed Retreat of Historic Riverview” (2021)

“Working with Water Presentation” (2021)