Alexandria, VA

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will hold a public hearing to consider a request for alterations at 700 Chetworth Place. The application was submitted by Joe Van Cleve of Ridgeline Contractors LLC.

• Request for alterations at 700 Chetworth Place (BAR2026-00421)

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several zoning text amendments, including state-mandated housing and parking requirements. The body will also consider subdivision requests and a special use permit amendment for a development in Carlyle.

• SUP #2026-00039: Request to convert 60,099 sq ft of office space to residential and increase height to 220 feet at 765 John Carlyle Street and 1900 Eisenhower Avenue
• Zoning Text Amendment #2026-00004: Adoption of state-mandated affordable housing requirements for tax-exempt religious or non-profit organizations
• Zoning Text Amendment #2026-00006: Amendments to residential off-street parking requirements to comply with state mandates
• DSP #2026-00015: Site plan for athletic field and bleacher improvements at 201 Cambridge Road
• Subdivision requests for 424 North Columbus Street, 5535 Dawes Avenue, and 1803 Orchard Street

Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings to consider two variance requests. The board will determine if the requested deviations from zoning rules are permitted for the specific properties.

• BZA2026-00017: Request for variances to build a garage in required side yards at 208 Virginia Avenue
• BZA2026-00018: Request for a variance to build a 6.00 foot fence in the required front yard at 3337 King Street

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss a new Small Area Plan Overlay Chapter for the Duke Street Land Use Plan. The body will also consider two special use permit requests for automobile repair and residential construction.

• Master Plan Amendment #2026-00003: Duke Street Land Use Plan Small Area Plan Overlay Chapter
• Special Use Permit #2026-00047: General automobile repair at 3221 A Colvin Street
• Development Special Use Permit #2026-10009: 6 townhomes and open space reduction at 330 North Washington Street

City Council Legislative Meeting

The Alexandria City Council will meet to discuss several city updates and vote on various grant applications. The body is also considering the appointment of an interim independent policing auditor.

• Appointment of an Interim Independent Policing Auditor
• Acceptance of a state grant for Freedom House Interior Rehabilitation & Accessibility Improvements
• Grant submission for site remediation at Potomac Yard Landbay G - Block G
• Update on the Community Lodgings Inc. (CLI) Elbert Avenue Housing Project
• Update on the Duke Street Land Use Plan

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review approved updates to six chapters of the Design Guidelines for the Parker-Gray and Old and Historic Alexandria Districts. The Board also approved signage and alteration requests for properties on King Street and North Patrick Street.

• Approved updates to Exterior Lighting, Porches + Porticos, Security Features, Planters, Infrastructure in the Public Right-of-Way, and Small Cell Facilities + Antennas guidelines (5-0)
• Approved signage and alterations at 726 King Street (BAR2026-00380) (5-0)
• Approved partial demolition, encapsulation, and alterations at 724, 726, & 728 North Patrick Street (BAR2026-00354 & BAR2026-00355) (5-0)
• Deferred guideline updates for Utility Meters + EV Chargers, Mechanical Equipment/HVAC, Accessory Structures, Building Accessories, and Decks/Balconies
• Approved October 7, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider three specific variance and special exception requests. The meeting will also include consideration of the minutes from the September 14, 2026, public hearing.

• Variance request for a deck and open space reduction at 9 Potomac Court
• Re-approval of a Special Exception for a second-story rear addition at 2807 Old Dominion Boulevard
• Special Exception request for a second story addition at 520 East Mount Ida Avenue

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved two special exception requests for residential additions at 2807 Old Dominion Boulevard and 520 East Mount Ida Avenue. Additionally, the board granted a deferral request for a variance application concerning 9 Potomac Court. The board also approved the minutes from the September 14, 2026, public hearing.

• Deferred variance request for 9 Potomac Court (4-0)
• Approved special exception for 2807 Old Dominion Boulevard (4-0)
• Approved special exception for 520 East Mount Ida Avenue (4-0)
• Approved September 14, 2026, meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council Public Hearing

The City Council will hold public hearings on several special use permits and zoning amendments. Key discussions include updating the Master Plan and Zoning Ordinance regarding substandard lots and a request to build townhouses on North Patrick Street.

• Proposed Master Plan and Zoning Text Amendments to establish new regulations for substandard residential lots
• Development Special Use Permit for 5 townhouses at 724, 726, and 728 North Patrick Street
• Special Use Permit for athletic facilities and pole lighting at 1000 Saint Stephens Road
• Request to vacate public right-of-way at Ramsey Street and East Alexandria Avenue
• Ordinance amendment regarding night illumination for commercial and residential properties

City Council approved multiple special use permits for residential and school facilities and adopted an ordinance regarding night illumination. The Council also approved amendments to the Master Plan and Zoning Ordinance concerning substandard lots and affirmed an address renumbering appeal.

• Approved Special Use Permit for 108 and 110 North Quaker Lane
• Approved Special Use Permit for two-unit dwelling at 501 East Howell Avenue
• Approved athletic facilities and pole lighting at 1000 Saint Stephens Road
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5652 amending night illumination codes
• Approved Master Plan and Zoning Text Amendments for substandard lots
• Approved vacation of public right-of-way at Ramsey Street and East Alexandria Avenue
• Approved 5 townhouses at 724, 726, and 728 North Patrick Street with added transformer condition
• Affirmed appeal to keep existing addresses at 3600 and 3600 ½ Russell Road

City Council Legislative Meeting

The City Council will discuss the state of the economy and ALEX911, and vote on several grant applications. The meeting includes a large number of contested appointments for various city commissions and boards.

• First reading of an ordinance to amend night illumination rules for commercial and residential properties
• Grant application for the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant for gun violence prevention
• Resolution to establish a Friendship City Relationship with Osijek, Croatia
• Grant application for the World Wildlife Fund National Household Wasted Food Prevention Project
• Appointment of a Viewer for 406 and 408 E. Alexandria Avenue

The Alexandria City Council held a legislative meeting on October 13, 2026, where it approved a resolution to establish a Friendship City relationship with Osijek, Croatia, and tabled an appointment of a viewer for 406 and 408 E. Alexandria Avenue indefinitely. Council also approved various consent items, including grants, board appointments, and a commercial property night illumination ordinance on first reading, and made numerous contested appointments to local boards and commissions.

• Adopted resolution establishing a Friendship City relationship with Osijek, Croatia (Res. No. 3407)
• Tabled indefinitely the appointment of a viewer for 406 E. Alexandria Avenue and 408 E. Alexandria Avenue
• Approved consent agenda including board resignations, appointments, and meeting minutes
• Authorized acceptance of a $500,000 VDSS Refugee Social Services grant award for DCHS
• Adopted resolution supporting a $500,000 Catalyst Grant application for food waste prevention (Res. No. 3406)
• Authorized At-Risk After School Meal Program grant renewal application for FY 2027
• Authorized $400,000 DCJS grant application for gun violence awareness and prevention
• Approved ordinance amending commercial and residential property night illumination code on first reading

City Council Legislative Meeting

The City Council will meet in a closed executive session. The body is scheduled to conduct interviews with executive search firms to help hire an interim Independent Policing Auditor.

• Interviews with executive search firms for interim Independent Policing Auditor (Item 27-1409)

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will hold a public hearing on six applications for alterations, partial demolition, and new construction in Alexandria's historic districts, plus an information session on proposed zoning text amendments. Items include work at 601 Wythe Street, 621 King Street, a city-owned group of properties near King and Prince Streets, 807 South Royal Street, and new construction at 415 North Alfred Street. The docket is preliminary and subject to change.

• Alterations at 601 Wythe Street (BAR2025-00549)
• Alterations to approved plans at 621 King Street (BAR2023-00124)
• Alterations at 2 King, 1 King, 0 Prince, 1A Prince, 3 Duke Streets (BAR2026-00356)
• Partial demolition/encapsulation at same city-owned properties (BAR2026-00357)
• New construction at 415 North Alfred Street (BAR2026-00384)

The Board of Architectural Review approved several requests for building alterations, new construction, and demolition across the city. The board also accepted a request to withdraw a previously deferred application and elected a member to the Design Guidelines Committee. Additionally, the board received an information session regarding proposed zoning text amendments.

• Approved alterations at 601 Wythe Street (4-3)
• Approved partial demolition/encapsulation at 807 South Royal Street (7-0)
• Accepted withdrawal of application for 621 King Street (7-0)
• Approved new construction at 415 North Alfred Street (6-1)
• Approved alterations and demolition at 1-2 King St, 0-1A Prince St, 3 Duke St (6-1)
• Elected Ms. Robinson to the BAR Design Guidelines Committee (7-0)

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Alexandria Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on October 6, 2026, to consider several land-use items, including special use permits, a subdivision, a development special use permit, and a zoning text amendment. The meeting begins with a work session on parking regulation amendments. Public comment is invited in person, via Zoom, or in writing.

• Special Use Permit #2026-00034 for a two-unit dwelling at 501 East Howell Avenue (R-2-5 zone)
• Special Use Permit #2026-00035 and Subdivision #2026-00009 for lots at 108 & 110 North Quaker Lane (R-20 zone)
• Development Special Use Permit #2026-10008 for athletic facilities at St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School, 1000 Saint Stephens Road, including pole lighting over 30 feet
• Zoning Text Amendment #2026-00003 to amend rules on substandard lots
• Work session at 6:00 pm on amendments to Parking Regulations

The Alexandria Planning Commission held a public hearing and approved several subdivisions, vacations, and special use permits, including requests for properties on North Quaker Lane, Ramsey Street, and East Howell Avenue. The Commission also initiated and recommended approval of master plan and zoning text amendments regarding substandard lots, and deferred consideration of the September 1, 2026 meeting minutes.

• Approved Subdivision #2026-00009 for 108 and 110 North Quaker Lane (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit #2026-00035 for 108 and 110 North Quaker Lane (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Vacation #2026-00001 for Ramsey Street and East Alexandria Avenue (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit #2026-00034 for 501 East Howell Avenue (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Development Special Use Permit #2026-10008 for 1000 Saint Stephens Road (7-0)
• Initiated Master Plan Amendment #2026-00002 (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Master Plan Amendment #2026-00002 (7-0)
• Initiated Zoning Text Amendment #2026-00003 (7-0)

City Council Legislative Meeting

The Alexandria City Council will hold a legislative meeting on October 2, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. in the Council Chamber at the Del Pepper Community Resource Center and electronically. The docket lists only three items: calling the roll, accepting the resignation of a City Council appointee, and adjournment. No ordinances, contracts, rezonings, or public hearings are scheduled on this docket.

• Acceptance of the resignation of a City Council appointee
• Meeting held in person and via Zoom webinar (Webinar ID 952 6988 0954)
• No substantive policy items, contracts, or public hearings listed

The Alexandria City Council met on October 2, 2026, to address the resignation of a city appointee. Council voted to accept the resignation of Ameratu Kamara, effective October 3, 2026, and authorized a severance package.

• Accepted resignation of Ameratu Kamara effective October 3, 2026
• Approved five months of severance pay and unused annual leave payout

City Council Legislative Meeting

The Alexandria City Council is holding a legislative meeting with a work session on the 2027 legislative package with the Virginia Delegation. The main action item is a proposed amendment to the City Council Procedural Resolution that would incorporate a Citizen Participation Policy and Public Hearing and Public Comment Protocol. The Council will also receive reports on capital projects and a grant application, and may enter a closed session for a personnel matter.

• Amendment to City Council Procedural Resolution incorporating Citizen Participation Policy and Public Hearing/Public Comment Protocol
• Retroactive grant application to NOAA for Energy Self-Sufficient Emergency Shelter System
• FY 2026 Q4 Capital Projects Status Report
• Proclamations for Hispanic Heritage Month and International Domestic Workers Day
• Closed session for personnel matter (Virginia Code 2.2-3711(A)(1))

City Council approved a retroactive grant application and accepted a $1,031,000 award from NOAA for an energy self-sufficient emergency shelter system. The Council also approved the FY 2027 Look-Ahead Schedule and endorsed proclamations for Hispanic Heritage Month and International Domestic Workers Day.

• Accepted $1,031,000 NOAA grant for Energy Self-Sufficient Emergency Shelter System
• Received FY 2026 Fourth Quarter Capital Projects Status Report
• Endorsed Hispanic Heritage Month proclamation
• Endorsed International Domestic Workers Day proclamation
• Deferred amendment to City Council Procedural Resolution and Citizen Participation Policy until December 2026
• Approved FY 2027 City Council Look-Ahead Schedule
• Accepted official City Council Calendar for September through December 2026
• Adopted resolution regarding closed executive session (RES. NO. 3403)

City Council Public Hearing

The Alexandria City Council will hold a public hearing to consider five special use permits, including outdoor entertainment, residential redevelopment, and townhouse construction, and to vote on ordinances adjusting bad check fees and personal property tax due dates for furloughed federal employees. The meeting also includes proclamations, a public discussion period, and an appeal of an address renumbering decision.

• Special Use Permit for outdoor live entertainment at 1913 Mount Vernon Avenue
• Special Use Permit for redevelopment of a single unit dwelling at 1 East Custis Avenue
• Development Special Use Permit for 5 townhouses at 724-728 North Patrick Street
• Ordinance to amend bad check fee in City Code Section 3-2-301
• Ordinance to amend personal property tax due date for furloughed federal employees

At the September 19, 2026 public hearing, the Alexandria City Council approved several special use permits and development plans, adopted ordinances updating bad check fees and tax due dates for furloughed federal employees, and approved the vacation of portions of the public right-of-way at Kent Place. Additionally, Council endorsed two proclamations, deferred a property address renumbering appeal to October 17, 2026, and heard public comments on community cameras and other topics.

• Endorsed proclamations recognizing Alexandria Library Black Family Reunion Day and National Preparedness Month (Item 3, 4)
• Approved Special Use Permit #2026-00024 for outdoor live entertainment at 1913 Mount Vernon Avenue (Item 7)
• Approved Special Use Permit #2026-00032 for redevelopment at 1 East Custis Avenue (Item 8)
• Approved Special Use Permit #2026-00022 for 911 C & D Pendleton Street (Item 9)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5648 amending fees for passing bad checks (Item 11)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5649 updating personal property tax due dates for furloughed federal employees (Item 12)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5650 to vacate a public right-of-way at Kent Place, adjacent to 2702 Russell Road (Item 13)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5651 to vacate a public right-of-way at Kent Place, adjacent to 2800 Russell Road (Item 14)

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review holds a public hearing on several applications affecting historic properties in Old Town, including partial demolitions, an addition, signage, and alterations. The board will also review its Fiscal Year 2026 annual report and consider the minutes of its September 2 meeting.

• Signage request at 625 First Street (BAR2026-00316)
• Partial demolition and encapsulation at 408 Prince Street (BAR2026-00326)
• Partial demolition and addition at 430 South Lee Street (BAR2026-00320, BAR2026-00321)
• Partial demolition and alterations at 103 Quay Street (BAR2026-00324, BAR2026-00325)
• Concept review at 330 North Washington Street (BAR2026-00033)

The Board of Architectural Review approved signage at 625 First Street and partial demolition and encapsulation at 408 Prince Street. Requests for work at 430 South Lee Street and 103 Quay Street were deferred at the applicants' request. The Board also accepted the Fiscal Year 2026 Annual Report.

• Approved minutes from September 2, 2026 (6-0)
• Approved signage at 625 First Street (6-0)
• Approved partial demolition/encapsulation at 408 Prince Street (5-0)
• Deferred work requests for 430 South Lee Street (6-0)
• Deferred work requests for 103 Quay Street (6-0)
• Accepted FY2026 Annual Report (6-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing

The Alexandria Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on four applications for special exceptions or variances related to residential additions and a deck. The board will also review its Fiscal Year 2026 annual report and approve minutes.

• Special exception for addition at 908 Beverley Drive (R-8)
• Special exception for addition at 207 Woodland Terrace (R-8)
• Variance for two-story addition at 3333 Helen Street (RB)
• Variances for deck and open space at 9 Potomac Court (RM)

The Board approved special exceptions for additions at 908 Beverley Drive and 207 Woodland Terrace, as well as a variance for 3333 Helen Street. The Board also accepted the FY2026 Annual Report and approved previous meeting minutes.

• Approved side yard addition at 908 Beverley Drive (6-0)
• Approved side yard addition at 207 Woodland Terrace (6-0)
• Approved rear yard addition variance at 3333 Helen Street (6-0)
• Accepted deferral request for 9 Potomac Court (5-1)
• Accepted FY2026 BZA Annual Report and authorized Chair Liu to sign it (6-0)
• Approved July 22, 2026, meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council Legislative Meeting

The Alexandria City Council is holding a legislative meeting with a closed session, proclamations, oral reports, and a large action docket. Key items include first readings of ordinances to vacate public rights-of-way on Kent Place, amend bad check fees, and adjust personal property tax due dates for furloughed federal employees. The council will also consider multiple grant applications, financial reports, and numerous board and commission appointments.

• Ordinance to vacate right-of-way at southern end of Kent Place near 2702 Russell Road (VAC No. 2025-00009)
• Ordinance to vacate right-of-way at southern end of Kent Place near 2800 Russell Road (VAC No. 2023-00004)
• Ordinance to amend Section 3-2-301 on fees for passing bad checks to the city
• Ordinance to amend Section 3-2-230 on personal property tax due date for furloughed federal employees during government shutdown
• Grant applications for SAMHSA, DCJS Sexual Assault Services, Supreme Court drug testing, and Violence Against Women programs

The Alexandria City Council approved a $1.25 million federal grant to expand youth substance use prevention programs, along with several other grant applications and appointments. The council also passed two ordinances on first reading, including one to adjust due dates for personal property taxes for furloughed federal employees during government shutdowns. All decisions were made during the September 8, 2026 legislative meeting.

• Approved $1.25M SAMHSA grant for youth substance use prevention (consent item 21)
• Approved $65,000 DCJS grant for youth sexual assault services (consent item 22)
• Approved up to $45,696 drug testing grant application (consent item 23)
• Retroactively approved up to $75,000 specialty dockets grant application (consent item 24)
• Approved $500,000 OVW grant application for domestic violence prevention (consent item 25)
• Adopted resolution supporting FTA grant application up to $1,000,000 (consent item 26)
• Passed on first reading ordinance to amend bad check fee section (consent item 19)
• Passed on first reading ordinance to adjust personal property tax due dates for furloughed federal employees (consent item 20)

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will hold a public hearing on September 2, 2026, to consider numerous applications for alterations, additions, partial demolitions, and encapsulations to historic properties in Alexandria. The docket includes requests for properties on Duke, Oronoco, Fairfax, Pitt, Royal, Lee, Columbus, Washington, Queen, and Prince Streets, as well as a concept review for a property at 330 North Washington Street and 700 Princess Street. The board will also handle consent calendar items, minutes, and other business.

• Alterations and addition at 414 Duke Street (BAR2026-00223) and partial demolition/encapsulation (BAR2026-00235)
• Alterations and addition at 1010 Oronoco Street (BAR2026-00166) and partial demolition/encapsulation (BAR2026-00167)
• Alterations at 121 North Fairfax Street (BAR2026-00238) and 806 South Fairfax Street (BAR2026-00244)
• Alterations and addition at 500 North Washington Street (BAR2026-00293) and 502 North Washington Street (BAR2026-00294)
• Concept review at 330 North Washington Street & 700 Princess Street (BAR2026-00033)

The Board of Architectural Review approved most requested alterations, additions, and demolitions in historic districts, including several as amended. One application, for alterations at 121 North Fairfax Street, was denied. A request for deferral was accepted for 820 South Columbus Street.

• Approved minutes of July 15, 2026 (4-0)
• Approved BAR2026-00244 at 806 South Fairfax St. (4-0)
• Approved BAR2026-00254 at 520 South Pitt St. (4-0)
• Approved BAR2026-00286 at 724 South Lee St. as amended (4-0)
• Accepted deferral of BAR2026-00298 at 820 South Columbus St. (4-0)
• Approved BAR2026-00223 and BAR2026-00235 at 414 Duke St. as amended (4-0)
• Denied BAR2026-00238 at 121 North Fairfax St. (4-0)
• Approved BAR2026-00166 and BAR2026-00167 at 1010 Oronoco St. as amended (3-1)

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Planning Commission will hold a work session on Historic Preservation Zoning Text Amendments and public hearings for various land use requests. The body will consider special use permits for residential conversions and entertainment, as well as townhouse development plans.

• Vacation #2026-00001: Request to vacate public right-of-way at Ramsey Street and East Alexandria Avenue
• SUP #2026-00022: Conversion of commercial building to residential use at 911 C & D Pendleton Street
• SUP #2026-00024: Outdoor live entertainment request at 1913 Mount Vernon Avenue
• DSP #2026-00003: Construction of five townhouses with accessory dwelling units at 415 North Alfred Street
• DSUP #2026-10007: Cluster development of five townhouses at 724, 726, and 728 North Patrick Street

The Planning Commission approved several special use permits, subdivisions, and development site plans, including a five-townhouse project at 415 North Alfred Street and a cluster development at 724-728 North Patrick Street. They also approved the FY 2026 Annual Report with amendments and deferred a street vacation request. All votes were 6-0.

• Approved Special Use Permit #2026-00024 for outdoor live entertainment at 1913 Mount Vernon Ave (6-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit #2026-00032 for redevelopment of a single unit dwelling at 1 East Custis Ave (6-0)
• Deferred Vacation #2026-00001 for Ramsey Street and East Alexandria Ave (6-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit #2026-00022 for conversion of nonresidential building to residential at 911 C & D Pendleton St (6-0)
• Approved Subdivision #2026-00006 and Development Site Plan #2026-00003 for five townhouses at 415 North Alfred St (6-0)
• Approved Development Special Use Permit #2026-10007 for five townhouses at 724-728 North Patrick St (6-0)
• Approved FY 2026 Planning Commission Annual Report with amendments (6-0)
• Approved minutes of June 22, 2026 Planning Commission Public Hearing (6-0)

City Council Legislative Meeting

City Council approved a request from the Independent Community Policing Review Board to conduct further investigations into supervisory involvement and training structures. The council also requested a revision to a public report regarding disciplinary recommendations.

• Approved Electronic Participation resolution (RES. NO. 3400)
• Approved Independent Community Policing Review Board request for additional investigation into supervisory sergeant involvement, APD training structures, and public report revisions

Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing

The Alexandria Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing to review two property requests. The board will consider a variance for an existing accessory structure at 2500 Dewitt Avenue and a special exception for a rear-yard addition at 414 Duke Street. These decisions will determine if the properties can deviate from standard zoning setbacks and clearance rules.

• Public hearing on a variance for an accessory structure at 2500 Dewitt Avenue
• Public hearing on a special exception for a rear-yard addition at 414 Duke Street
• Preliminary docket subject to change prior to the July 22 meeting

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a special exception for a rear yard addition at 414 Duke Street. A variance request for an accessory structure at 2500 Dewitt Avenue was denied. The Board also approved the minutes from the June 8, 2026, hearing.

• Denied variance for accessory structure at 2500 Dewitt Avenue (3-2)
• Approved special exception for addition at 414 Duke Street (5-0)
• Approved June 8, 2026, hearing minutes (5-0)

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review approved several alteration and demolition requests, including a partial approval and partial deferral for new construction and complete demolition at 333 North Fairfax Street and 300 North Lee Street. The board also approved alterations at 1200 Oronoco Street, 1328 Michigan Avenue, and 310 North Fayette Street, and deferred requests for 414 Duke Street. All votes were 4-0 except for the Michigan Avenue item, which passed 3-1.

• Approved BAR#2026-00209 alterations and vision clearance waiver at 1200 Oronoco St. (4-0)
• Approved BAR#2026-00207 alterations at 1328 Michigan Ave. (3-1)
• Partially approved and partially deferred BAR#2026-00218 and BAR#2026-00219 for new construction and demolition at 333 N. Fairfax St. and 300 N. Lee St. (4-0)
• Approved BAR#2026-00226 and BAR#2026-00228 alterations and partial demolition at 310 N. Fayette St. (4-0)
• Deferred BAR#2026-00223 and BAR#2026-00235 for addition and demolition at 414 Duke St. (4-0)
• Approved minutes of July 2 and June 17, 2026 meetings (4-0)

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will consider several new business requests for property alterations, including an addition at 119 Wolfe Street. Additionally, the board will review multiple administrative requests for window, roof, and siding replacements.

• Alterations and addition at 119 Wolfe Street
• Signage and alterations at 400 King Street, Suite 2
• Alterations at 312 North Fairfax Street
• Partial demolition and encapsulation at 119 Wolfe Street
• Multiple window, roof, and siding replacement requests

The Board of Architectural Review approved four items unanimously, all 7-0. The most notable action was the approval of alterations, an addition, and partial demolition at 119 Wolfe Street. Other approvals included signage and alterations at 400 King Street for Life Alive Organic Café and alterations at 312 North Fairfax Street. The minutes from the June 17 meeting were also approved.

• Approved minutes of June 17, 2026 (7-0)
• Approved signage and alterations at 400 King Street for Life Alive Organic Café (BAR2026-00152) (7-0)
• Approved alterations at 312 North Fairfax Street (BAR2026-00164) (7-0)
• Approved alterations, addition, and partial demolition at 119 Wolfe Street (BAR2026-00205 and BAR2026-00206) (7-0)

City Council Public Hearing

The City Council will review several rezoning ordinances and updates to the Housing 2040 Master Plan. Additional items include pension plan amendments, paratransit pilot support, and multiple telecommunications license agreements.

• Rezoning of 1019 Cameron Street from CL to CD
• Rezoning of 4154 Duke Street
• Adoption of the Housing 2040 Master Plan amendment
• Amendment to Firefighters and Police Officers Pension Plan
• Revenue bond issuance for Elbert Avenue Project

City Council approved a consent agenda that included final adoption of the Housing 2040 plan, rezoning of 1019 Cameron Street and 4154 Duke Street, amendments to the fire and police pension plan, and a $50,000 paratransit pilot grant application with Uber. Also approved were a $269,754 contract increase for road repairs, revenue bonds for affordable housing, and a $200,000 jail study. All items passed as part of the roll-call consent docket.

• Adopted Housing 2040 Plan amendment (ORD. 5647)
• Rezoned 1019 Cameron Street from CL to CD zone (ORD. 5645)
• Rezoned 4154 Duke Street from CL with proffer to CL with proffer (ORD. 5646)
• Amended firefighters and police officers pension plan (RES. 3395)
• Approved paratransit pilot grant application with Uber Transit (RES. 3396)
• Authorized revenue bonds for ARHA Elbert Avenue project (RES. 3397)
• Approved $269,754 contract increase for Finley Asphalt & Sealing (RES. 3398)
• Released $200,000 from contingent reserves for jail efficiency study (separate motion)

City Council Legislative Meeting

The Council will consider personal property tax relief rates and several zoning ordinances. They are also reviewing lease extensions for the Torpedo Factory Art Center and authorizing various revenue bonds.

• 2026 Personal Property Tax Relief Rates resolution
• Contingency funds for Animal Control Officer salary adjustment
• Lease extensions for artists at Torpedo Factory Art Center
• Refunding bonds for National Industries for the Blind
• Revenue bonds for The View at Goodwin Living, LLC

City Council adopted the 2026 personal property tax relief rates, approved $27,000 for animal control officer pay, and scheduled a public hearing on Torpedo Factory Art Center lease extensions. Council also passed first readings on zoning changes and the Housing 2040 Plan, established a School Board Election Reform committee, and adopted an updated Resource Allocation & Cost Recovery Policy.

• Adopted 2026 personal property tax relief rates (RES. NO. 3389)
• Released $27,000 from contingency for animal control officer salary adjustment
• Scheduled July 1, 2026 public hearing for Torpedo Factory Art Center lease extensions
• Adopted electronic participation policy for public meetings, effective July 1, 2026 (RES. NO. 3390)
• Authorized refunding bonds for National Industries for the Blind (RES. NO. 3391)
• Authorized revenue bonds for The View at Goodwin Living (RES. NO. 3392)
• Approved first reading of zoning map amendments for 1019 Cameron St and 4154 Duke St, and Housing 2040 Plan implementation
• Established joint City-ACPS Ad Hoc Committee on School Board Election Reform (RES. NO. 3393)

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Alexandria Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a 5-year extension for Virginia Paving Company's asphalt plant at 5601 Courtney Ave. and nearby locations. They will also consider two residential lot subdivisions on East Raymond Ave. and Clifford Ave., a right-of-way vacation on Ramsey Street, and a special use permit to convert commercial buildings to residential use on Princess Street.

• Asphalt plant SUP extension for 5 more years at 5601-5603 Courtney Ave. and South Van Dorn St.
• Subdivision at 114 East Raymond Ave. to split one lot into two R-2-5 residential lots
• Subdivision at 311 Clifford Ave. to combine three lots into two residential lots
• Vacation of public right-of-way on Ramsey Street adjacent to 218 and 300 East Alexandria Ave.
• Conversion of noncomplying commercial structures at 1010-1020 Princess St. to residential use

The Planning Commission recommended denial of a five-year extension for an asphalt plant (SUP #2026-00018) and recommended approval of a commercial-to-residential conversion (SUP #2026-00019). They approved two subdivisions and deferred a street vacation request at the applicant's request.

• Recommended denial of asphalt plant extension (SUP #2026-00018) (6-0)
• Recommended approval of commercial-to-residential conversion (SUP #2026-00019) (6-0)
• Approved subdivision at 114 E. Raymond Ave (6-0)
• Approved subdivision at 311 Clifford Ave (6-0)
• Deferred street vacation request at Ramsey St & E. Alexandria Ave (6-0)
• Approved minutes of June 2, 2026 (6-0)

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will hold a public hearing to evaluate proposed exterior modifications, new signage, and partial demolition projects across several historic streets. Applicants will present plans for residential and commercial properties, including updates to the King Arthur Baking Co. location and a concept review for a Parker-Gray development. The board will review these requests against local design guidelines before making recommendations or approvals.

• Alterations at 409 South Royal Street
• New signage at 615 King Street (King Arthur Baking Co.)
• Alterations at 312 North Fairfax Street
• Partial demolition and addition at 401 North Lee Street
• Concept review for a development at 415 North Alfred Street (Parker-Gray)

The Board approved a request for partial demolition, encapsulation, and an addition at 428 North Union Street as amended (6-0). Also approved signage for two King Street businesses and deferred alterations at 409 South Royal Street. A concept review for 415 North Alfred Street was presented with no action taken.

• Approved minutes of June 3, 2026 (6-0)
• Approved signage at 615 King St - BAR2026-00160 (6-0)
• Approved signage at 628 King St - BAR2026-00188 (6-0)
• Deferred alterations at 409 South Royal St - BAR2026-00130 (6-0)
• Approved partial demolition/encapsulation at 428 North Union St - BAR2026-00116 as amended (6-0)
• Approved addition/alterations at 428 North Union St - BAR2026-00117 as amended (6-0)
• Approved partial demolition/encapsulation at 401 North Lee St - BAR2026-00181 (6-0)
• Approved addition/alterations at 401 North Lee St - BAR2026-00182 (6-0)

City Council Public Hearing

The Alexandria City Council holds a public hearing on multiple items, including final passage of the FY2027 appropriations ordinance, approval of the Housing 2040 Master Plan, and authorization of a comprehensive agreement for the Waterfront Implementation Project. Several rezonings, special use permits, and encroachments are also on the consent docket.

• Rezoning and development special use permit for expansion at 1019 Cameron Street
• Rezoning to expand commercial uses at 4154 Duke Street
• Special use permit for outdoor live entertainment at 699 Prince Street
• Authorization of general obligation bonds for city and schools capital projects
• Moving polling place from Blessed Sacrament Precinct to Christ the King Anglican Church

City Council approved the Waterfront Implementation Project, directing the City Manager to execute a Comprehensive Agreement with Skanska/JMT for Option 3 Enhanced Gravity Sewer and negotiate a Guaranteed Maximum Price. They also approved consent items including rezoning and special use permits, with amendments to the SUP for outdoor live entertainment at 699 Prince Street requiring noise monitoring and removing Sunday hours. A sidewalk merchandise ordinance was deferred.

• Authorized Waterfront Implementation Project Comprehensive Agreement with Skanska/JMT (Option 3 Enhanced Gravity Sewer)
• Approved rezoning at 1019 Cameron Street from CL to CD (7-0 Planning Commission recommendation)
• Approved rezoning proffer amendment at 4154 Duke Street (7-0 Planning Commission recommendation)
• Approved SUP for outdoor live entertainment at 699 Prince Street with amendments: noise monitoring, removal of Sunday hours, 3-month review
• Adopted ordinance authorizing encroachments at 601 Wythe Street (ORD. NO. 5635)
• Adopted FY2027 appropriations ordinance (ORD. NO. 5640)
• Adopted general obligation bonds ordinance for city and schools capital projects (ORD. NO. 5639)
• Deferred sidewalk merchandise ordinance (item 16)

City Council Legislative Meeting

City Council will hear a briefing and consider a term sheet for a potential public infrastructure investment at 1300 North Royal Street, the former Potomac River Generating Station site, using tax increment financing. The council will also take first readings on ordinances for FY2027 appropriations, general obligation bonds, supplemental FY2026 appropriations, and moving a polling place. Routine items include proclamations, board appointments, and approval of minutes.

• Briefing on term sheet for TIF investment at former Potomac River Generating Station (1300 N Royal St)
• First reading of ordinance authorizing general obligation bonds for city and schools capital projects
• First reading of FY2027 appropriation ordinance (city budget)
• First reading to move polling place from Blessed Sacrament to Christ the King Anglican Church
• First readings of encroachment ordinances for balconies at 601 Wythe St and 732 N Washington St

City Council approved a consent agenda containing multiple first-reading ordinances, including the Fiscal Year 2027 budget appropriation and general obligation bonds for city and school capital projects. Other approved items included encroachment ordinances, polling place relocation, and board appointments. The council also received updates on the Potomac River Generating Station TIF proposal and police department operations, but took no final action on those items. The meeting was largely procedural.

• Approved consent items as a block, including first readings of FY2027 budget appropriation and bond issuance
• Approved polling place relocation from Blessed Sacrament to Christ the King Anglican Church (first reading)
• Approved encroachment ordinances for 601 Wythe Street and 732 North Washington Street (first readings)
• Approved support for VDOT SMART SCALE grant applications
• Approved resignations of four commission members
• Approved appointments to multiple boards and commissions
• Adopted electronic participation resolution (unanimous)
• Adopted closed session resolution (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing and consider a request for a special exception to add an addition in the required side yard at 20 West Myrtle Street. They will also elect a Vice Chair and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Special exception request for 20 West Myrtle Street to add an addition in the required side yard
• Election of Board officer for Vice Chair
• Consideration of minutes from May 11, 2026 meeting

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a special exception for an addition in the required side yard at 20 West Myrtle Street (5-0). They also elected Mr. Justus as Vice Chair and approved the minutes from the May 11, 2026 hearing, both unanimously.

• Elected Mr. Justus as Vice Chair (5-0)
• Approved BZA2026-00007 special exception for addition at 20 West Myrtle (5-0)
• Approved May 11, 2026 hearing minutes (5-0)

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review is reviewing requests for property alterations and new construction in Alexandria. Two main public hearings were deferred to a future date. The board will also process several administrative approvals for minor home improvements like roof and window replacements.

• New construction request at 1126 Prince Street (deferred)
• Alterations request at 409 South Royal Street (deferred)
• Administrative approvals for roofs, windows, signs, and fences at multiple addresses
• Heat pump replacement at 430 North Union Street
• Sign replacement at 201 North Fairfax Street

The Board approved new construction at 1126 Prince Street (BAR2026-00043) by a 7-0 vote. They also approved the minutes from May 20, 2026, and granted a deferral request for alterations at 409 South Royal Street. No votes were taken on numerous administrative approvals listed.

• Approved new construction at 1126 Prince Street (7-0)
• Approved minutes of May 20, 2026 (7-0)
• Granted deferral for alterations at 409 South Royal Street (7-0)

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several development proposals, including a major redevelopment at 1300 N. Royal Street (PRGS) involving two residential-commercial buildings and public open spaces. Other items include a rezoning at 1019 Cameron Street, a special use permit for outdoor entertainment at 699 Prince Street, and a Master Plan amendment to adopt the Housing 2040 Plan.

• Rezoning #2026-00001: 1019 Cameron St from CL to CD for building expansion
• Special Use Permit #2026-00009: outdoor live entertainment at 699 Prince St
• Rezoning #2026-00002: expand commercial uses at 4154 Duke St
• Subdivisions at 6216 N Morgan St and 306 Beverley Dr
• PRGS Redevelopment at 1300 N Royal St: 2 buildings, open space, parking reductions (DSUP2025-10011 through -10014)

The Planning Commission voted unanimously (7-0) to recommend approval of the Housing 2040 Master Plan, replacing the 2013 plan. They also approved a major redevelopment of the PRGS site at 1300 N. Royal Street, including multiple buildings and open spaces. Several rezoning, special use permit, and subdivision requests were approved on the consent calendar or after public hearings.

• Recommended Master Plan Amendment #2026-00001 (Housing 2040 Plan) (7-0)
• Approved Subdivision #2026-00007 and four DSUPs for PRGS redevelopment blocks B, C, and open spaces (7-0)
• Recommended rezoning #2026-00001 (1019 Cameron St) to CD (7-0)
• Approved SUP #2026-00009 for outdoor live entertainment at 699 Prince St as amended (7-0)
• Recommended rezoning #2026-00002 (4154 Duke St) to expand permitted commercial uses (7-0)
• Approved SUB #2026-00003 and SUB #2026-00004 lot subdivisions (7-0 each)
• Approved City Charter Section 9.06 case #2026-00007 for outdoor dining lease at 912 King St (7-0)
• Recommended SUP #2026-00013 for dwelling on substandard lot at 404 A East Alexandria Ave (7-0)

City Council Legislative Meeting

The City Council will receive an update on the Duke Street Land Use Plan and consider a Memorandum of Understanding with Alexandria City Public Schools for School Resource Officers. They will also vote on resolutions including a $550,000 grant for a Pendleton Street rooming house renovation and approval of the GO Alex transit strategic plan for 2027-2031.

• Duke Street Land Use Plan update with draft guiding principles
• ACPS School Resource Officer MOU with Alexandria Police Department
• Up to $550,000 additional funding for renovation of 1022 Pendleton Street rooming house
• GO Alex Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years 2027-2031
• Love Your Block Grant application from Bloomberg Center for Public Innovation

Council approved the GO Alex Strategic Plan for fiscal years 2027-2031. They also approved a $270,000 grant application for place-based initiatives and an additional $550,000 for rooming house preservation. Mayor Gaskins received majority support to explore funding for Communities In Schools, form an ad hoc committee on school board election reform, and investigate portable restrooms along the Waterfront.

• Approved GO Alex Strategic Plan FY2027-2031 (RES. NO. 3383)
• Approved $270,000 Love Your Block grant application from Bloomberg Center
• Approved additional $550,000 for renovation of rooming house at 1022 Pendleton Street
• Approved FY2026 and FY2027 City Council schedules including RiverRenew ribbon cutting
• Majority support for City Manager to present fall proposal for Communities In Schools funding
• Directed City Manager to prepare resolution for ad hoc committee on school board election reform
• Majority approval for City Manager to investigate cost of portable restrooms along Waterfront