New Planning Director Takes Charge | Richmond News

Richmond News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 1, 2026 · 1m

Chesterfield County welcomes new Planning Director Steve Donohoe, set to take the reins July 4th after nine years under outgoing director Andy Gillies. Donohoe, already an assistant planning director since 2021, brings over two decades of experience—including time as deputy director in Prince William County—and played a key role in crafting the county’s new zoning ordinance. His top priorities: ensuring the updated zoning rules are implemented as intended and sustaining the department’s current momentum. With a strong background in customer service and urban planning, plus a Chesterfield…