Home Rule Charter

Richmond was established in 1669, and incorporated in 1747. See below to view the Town's Home Rule Charter:

• 2009 Original Richmond Home Rule Charter (PDF)
• 2012 Amended Richmond Home Rule Charter (PDF)
• 2014 Amended Richmond Home Rule Charter (PDF)
• 2015 Amended Richmond Home Rule Charter (PDF)
• 
  
• A Charter Review Commission was formed and has proposed amendments to be voted on in the November 2022 election:
  • Explanation of Proposed Charter Amendments
  • Mark-up of current charter