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Transportation Projects·

Study evaluates Fox Club-Village Square intersection options

📍 Fox Club Parkway and Village Square Parkway
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TL;DR: Chesterfield County is studying intersection design options at Fox Club Parkway and Village Square Parkway, moving beyond an initial roundabout proposal to evaluate alternative solutions after community feedback.

Quick facts

  • Who: Chesterfield County staff
  • What: Intersection alternatives study
  • When: Study launched January 2026, expected completion by end of 2026
  • Where: Fox Club Parkway and Village Square Parkway intersection

The story

Chesterfield County launched a study in January 2026 to evaluate intersection design alternatives at Fox Club Parkway and Village Square Parkway. The project was initially focused on a roundabout design, but community feedback prompted county officials to expand the evaluation to assess multiple intersection solutions beyond the roundabout.

The county's Transportation Department is now comparing different configuration options to identify the most suitable design for the location. The study is anticipated to be completed by the end of 2026. Residents with questions about the project can contact Hong Lim at 804-748-1037 or Limh@chesterfield.gov.

Key players

  • Hong Lim: Chesterfield County Transportation contact for study
  • Chesterfield County: Government entity conducting the study

Key dates

  • 2026-01: Study launched
  • 2026-12-31: Study expected completion

The case for

A roundabout design would improve traffic flow efficiency and reduce conflict points at the intersection, potentially enhancing safety compared to conventional signalized approaches.

The case against

Roundabouts can require significant land acquisition and construction costs, may be unfamiliar to some drivers, and could create challenges for certain vehicle types or traffic patterns during peak periods.

Why it matters: The intersection design will affect traffic flow, safety, and vehicle access at a major intersection in the Midlothian area, with implications for commuters and nearby facilities like Cosby High School.

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Development timeline

  1. 2026-01
    Fox Club and Village Square intersection study launched: County begins evaluating intersection design alternatives, initially focused on roundabout concept [source]
  2. 2026-01 to present
    Community feedback leads to expanded study: Resident input prompts county to assess alternative intersection solutions beyond initial roundabout proposal [source]
  3. 2026-12-31
    Study completion anticipated: County Transportation Department plans to complete intersection alternatives analysis by year-end [source]

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Sources

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