Herndon public meetings in 2021

Architectural Review Board Meeting

The Architectural Review Board approved all five applications on the agenda: an exterior door addition at 510 Spring Street, a parapet height extension and an exterior wall sign at 492 Elden Street, and exterior wall signs at 12950 Worldgate Drive. The board also approved a resolution to move its first-Wednesday work sessions to 397 Herndon Parkway through June 30, 2022, and approved minutes from two prior meetings. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved ARB #21-024 for exterior door at 510 Spring Street (4-0)
• Approved ARB #21-025 for parapet height extension at 492 Elden Street (4-0)
• Approved ARB #21-026 for exterior wall sign at 492 Elden Street (4-0)
• Approved ARB #21-027 for exterior wall sign at 12950 Worldgate Drive (4-0)
• Approved resolution to move work sessions to 397 Herndon Parkway until June 30, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved November 3, 2021 work session minutes (4-0)
• Approved November 17, 2021 public hearing minutes (4-0)

Historic District Review Board

The Historic District Review Board approved a resolution to move its monthly work session meetings to 397 Herndon Parkway, with an amendment limiting the change to June 30, 2022. The vote was 3-1. The board also approved minutes from its November 3 and November 17, 2021 meetings, both by 4-0 votes.

• Approved resolution for alternate meeting location at 397 Herndon Parkway, amended to end June 30, 2022 (3-1)
• Approved November 3, 2021 work session minutes (4-0)
• Approved November 17, 2021 public hearing minutes (4-0)

Town Council

The Town Council approved a memorandum of understanding with Fairfax County to accept a $5,000,000 grant from the Economic Opportunity Reserve Fund for the Herndon Downtown Redevelopment Project, with a 6-0 vote. The Council also approved $169,060 in FY2022 donations to eight non-profit organizations, removing Express Care due to a perceived conflict of interest and adjusting amounts for Herndon Elementary School PTA and The Closet. Consent agenda items, including transportation funding applications and a license agreement with Green Lizard Cycling, were approved 6-0. The meeting included a presentation on the FY2021 audit and several procedural approvals.

• Approved Resolution 21-G-93 accepting $5,000,000 grant for downtown redevelopment (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-G-90 awarding $169,060 to eight non-profits, removing Express Care (6-0)
• Approved HCTV funding of $108,425 separately from donation process (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda: NVTA transportation funding applications and Green Lizard Cycling license agreement (6-0)
• Approved minutes from August 5, August 10, and September 7 meetings (6-0 each)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:04 p.m. (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Herndon Planning Commission approved Special Exception SE #21-03, recommending Town Council approval for placing fill in the floodplain to build two single-family homes at 1315 and 1317 Monroe Street. The vote was 4-1, with Commissioner Donahue dissenting. The commission also approved the 2022 schedule change, an alternate meeting location, and several sets of minutes.

• Approved Special Exception SE #21-03 for two homes in floodplain at 1315/1317 Monroe St (4-1)
• Approved 2022 Schedule Change Resolution (5-0)
• Approved alternate meeting location at 397 Herndon Parkway for work sessions (5-0)
• Approved October 18, 2021 work session minutes (5-0)
• Approved October 25, 2021 public hearing minutes (5-0)
• Approved November 8, 2021 work session minutes (4-0-1, Donahue abstained)

Town Council Work Session

The Town Council held a work session and did not take final votes on most items, instead directing staff on next steps. Council asked staff to draft an ordinance aligning commercial vehicle parking regulations with neighboring localities and to consider a five-foot parking distance from driveways. Two resolutions (RJACC transportation grant applications and Green Lizard bike rack license) were placed on the consent agenda for the next meeting. The Council also discussed the FY2022 community donations process, with staff recommending approval of all requests plus an additional $3,061, but no final decision was made.

• Directed staff to draft commercial parking ordinance aligned with neighboring localities
• Directed staff to consider five-foot parking distance from residential driveways
• Placed RJACC transportation grant application resolution on consent agenda for next meeting
• Placed Green Lizard Cycling bike rack license agreement on consent agenda for next meeting
• Approved closed meeting for legal advice on delinquent accounts (6-0)
• Certified closed meeting compliance with Virginia law (6-0)

Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission held a work session and discussed Special Exception SE #21-03, which would allow fill placement to build two new single-family homes on lots at 1315 and 1317 Monroe Street within the Floodplain Overlay district. Staff recommended approval with conditions, including substantial conformance with the submitted plan, site-specific RPA delineation, and use of current FEMA flood map data. Commissioners asked clarifying questions about flood impacts and downstream effects but took no vote on the item. The Commission also discussed a resolution to amend its 2022 schedule for November and December, with no objections raised to meeting on October 10, 2022.

• Discussed Special Exception SE #21-03 for two new single-family dwellings at 1315 and 1317 Monroe Street; no action taken.
• Staff recommended approval of SE #21-03 with conditions including substantial conformance with the plan, RPA delineation, and current FEMA flood map data.
• Commissioners raised no objections to holding a meeting on October 10, 2022, Indigenous Peoples/Columbus Day, as part of the 2022 schedule change.
• Received an update on the Transit Related Growth (TRG) Area Plan from staff.
• Adjourned the work session at 7:34 p.m. by a 6-0 vote.

Architectural Review Board Work Session

The Architectural Review Board held a work session on December 1, 2021, to discuss four applications for Certificates of Appropriateness. No formal decisions were made; the board reviewed each application and concluded discussions without major concerns. Staff recommended approval for three applications (ARB #21-024, #21-026, #21-027) and withheld recommendation for one (ARB #21-025) pending further information. The meeting adjourned at 7:58 p.m.

• Discussed ARB #21-024: exterior door addition at 510 Spring Street; staff recommended approval; no board concerns.
• Discussed ARB #21-025: parapet height increase at 492 Elden Street; staff withheld recommendation pending material details.
• Discussed ARB #21-026: wall sign at 492 Elden Street; staff recommended approval; no major concerns.
• Discussed ARB #21-027: wall sign replacement at 12950 Worldgate Drive; staff recommended approval; no major concerns.
• Adjourned by 5-0 vote at 7:58 p.m.

Town Council

The Town Council voted 5-2 to move forward with a housing allowance initiative for town employees, despite concerns about startup costs. The Council unanimously rejected a revised Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) proposal and a proposal to modernize staff presentations. The Council unanimously moved forward with a community noise initiative as a medium priority and bringing DMV services to Herndon as a high priority. The water towers initiative was moved forward as a low priority by a 5-2 vote.

• Approved moving forward the Housing Allowance for Town Employees initiative by a 5-2 vote.
• Approved moving forward the Water Towers initiative as a low priority by a 5-2 vote.
• Rejected the Revised ADU proposal by a unanimous vote.
• Approved moving forward the Community Noise initiative as a medium priority by a unanimous vote.
• Rejected the Modernize Town Staff Presentations proposal by a unanimous vote.
• Approved moving forward the Bringing DMV Services to Herndon initiative as a high priority by a unanimous vote.
• Discussed but took no final action on the Recording Closed Meetings and Make Downtown Development Records Public initiatives.

Historic District Review Board

The Historic District Review Board work session scheduled for December 1, 2021 was not held. The meeting was cancelled because there were no items on the agenda. No decisions were made or discussed.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals public hearing scheduled for November 18, 2021 was not held. The meeting was cancelled because there were no agenda items to consider. No decisions were made.

• Cancelled the November 18, 2021 public hearing due to lack of agenda items

Historic District Review Board

The Historic District Review Board approved HDRB #21-013, a one-story with basement rear addition to a single-family home at 809 Monroe Street, by a 6-0 vote. The approval includes conditions requiring construction in conformance with dated drawings, submission of elevation drawings with material callouts, and a cut sheet for exterior doors. The board also approved minutes from September 1 and September 15, 2021, and noted that the October 6 and October 20 meetings were cancelled.

• Approved HDRB #21-013 for a rear addition at 809 Monroe Street, with conditions, by a 6-0 vote.
• Approved the September 1, 2021 Work Session minutes by a 5-0-1 vote (Ossolinski abstained).
• Approved the September 15, 2021 Public Hearing minutes by a 5-0-1 vote (Ossolinski abstained).
• Noted that the October 6, 2021 Work Session and October 20, 2021 Public Hearing were cancelled, so no minutes were approved.
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:17 p.m. by a 6-0 vote.

Architectural Review Board Meeting

The Architectural Review Board approved ARB #21-021, allowing two exterior wall signs at 466 Herndon Parkway, by a 5-0 vote. The board also elected Eric Boll as Vice Chair by a 4-0-1 vote, with Boll abstaining. Minutes from August 4 and August 18, 2021 were approved; meetings on September 1, 15, and October 6, 20 were cancelled with no minutes. Staff noted a future vote on relocating meetings to the Herndon Police Department Community Center.

• Approved ARB #21-021 for two exterior wall signs at 466 Herndon Parkway (5-0).
• Elected Eric Boll as Vice Chair (4-0-1, Boll abstained).
• Approved August 4, 2021 work session minutes (5-0).
• Approved August 18, 2021 public hearing minutes (5-0).
• Noted no minutes for cancelled September 1, 15 and October 6, 20 meetings.
• Adjourned meeting at 7:42 p.m. (5-0).

Town Council

The Town Council approved Ordinance 21-O-22, a zoning text amendment that revises accessory dwelling unit (ADU) regulations. The ordinance removes the special exception requirement for ADUs in certain situations, eliminates minimum age and disability requirements, and establishes new size, bulk, and setback limitations. A motion to deny the ordinance failed 2-5 before the approval motion carried unanimously.

• Approved Ordinance 21-O-22, ZOTA #21-03, amending ADU regulations (unanimous)
• Denied motion to reject Ordinance 21-O-22 (2-5)
• Approved Special Exception SE #21-04 for ADU at 148 Herndon Mill Circle (unanimous)
• Approved Special Exception SE #21-05 for cosmetics business at 299 Herndon Parkway, Suite 108 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-G-85 for opioid settlement participation (6-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Investment Policy and NVTA funding application (6-0)

Town Council Work Session

The Town Council held a work session with no formal votes, but discussed several upcoming items. They reviewed two special exception requests (an accessory dwelling unit and a cosmetics business), a zoning text amendment for accessory dwelling units, and a resolution to join opioid settlement claims. Council also discussed the FY 2023 budget and directed staff to place the investment policy and NVTA funding application on the next consent agenda. No final decisions were made at this work session.

• Discussed special exception SE #21-04 for an accessory dwelling unit at 148 Herndon Mill Circle; no vote taken
• Discussed special exception SE #21-05 for a cosmetics business at 299 Herndon Parkway, Suite 108; no vote taken
• Discussed zoning text amendment ZOTA #21-03 on accessory dwelling units; no vote taken
• Discussed Resolution 21-G-85 to participate in opioid settlement; no vote taken
• Discussed Resolution 21-G-86 to adopt Investment and Portfolio Policy; agreed to place on next consent agenda
• Discussed Resolution 21-G-87 for NVTA funding application; agreed to place on next consent agenda
• Ratified two consent agenda items (lease extension and license amendment) without discussion

Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission held a work session with no substantive decisions. They discussed the Transit-Related Growth Area update, including the funding agreement, RFP timeline, and advisory committee structure. The meeting adjourned with a 5-0-2 vote.

• Adjourned work session (5-0-2)

Architectural Review Board Work Session

The Architectural Review Board held a work session and discussed a signage application for two exterior wall signs at 466 Herndon Parkway. Staff recommended approval, and the board had no major concerns, though the applicant agreed to look into rounding the corners of both signs. No formal vote was taken during the work session; the board also noted upcoming projects and confirmed a quorum.

• Discussed ARB #21-021 for two wall signs at 466 Herndon Parkway; staff recommended approval, no board vote taken
• Noted applicant will address corner treatment discrepancy on signs
• Confirmed quorum with five members present
• Adjourned work session by 5-0 vote

Historic District Review Board

The Historic District Review Board held a work session and discussed a proposed rear addition at 809 Monroe Street but took no formal action, as staff withheld a recommendation pending additional information. The board also held a pre-application discussion for a new commercial building at 771 Center Street, offering general support with requests for design refinements. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was adjourned by a 6-0 vote.

• Adjourned work session by 6-0 vote
• Discussed 809 Monroe St addition, no action taken
• Discussed 771 Center St pre-application, no action taken

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals public hearing scheduled for October 28, 2021 was not held because there were no agenda items. No substantive decisions were made.

Town Council

The Town Council voted 6-1 to defer action on Ordinance 21-O-22, a zoning text amendment to revise accessory dwelling unit (ADU) regulations, until the November 16, 2021 public hearing. The deferral was a substitute motion that replaced the original motion to approve the ordinance. The council also unanimously approved a consent agenda including a lease extension for NextStop Theatre, the 2022 Legislative Program, and a funding agreement for a Transit-Related Growth Small Area Plan.

• Deferred ADU zoning amendment (Ordinance 21-O-22) to Nov. 16 (6-1)
• Approved July 6, 2021 work session minutes (unanimous)
• Approved July 13, 2021 public hearing minutes (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda: NextStop Theatre lease extension (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda: 2022 Legislative Program (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda: Transit-Related Growth Area funding agreement (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:53 p.m. (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Herndon Planning Commission approved two special exception applications at its October 25, 2021 public hearing. SE #21-04 allows an accessory dwelling unit with a secondary kitchen at 148 Herndon Mill Circle, and SE #21-05 permits a cosmetics and aesthetic services business at 299 Herndon Parkway, Suite 108. Both approvals were unanimous (6-0). The commission also approved the agenda and prior meeting minutes.

• Approved SE #21-04 for accessory dwelling unit at 148 Herndon Mill Circle (6-0)
• Approved SE #21-05 for cosmetics/aesthetic services at 299 Herndon Parkway, Suite 108 (6-0)
• Approved October 25, 2021 agenda (6-0)
• Approved September 13, 2021 work session minutes (6-0)
• Approved September 27, 2021 public hearing minutes (6-0)

Historic District Review Board

The Historic District Review Board public hearing scheduled for October 20, 2021, was not held because there were no items on the agenda. No decisions were made or actions taken.

Town Council Work Session

The Town Council held a work session discussing a zoning text amendment for accessory dwelling units (ADUs), but took no final votes. Council directed staff to place three items on the next meeting's consent agenda: ratification of a lease extension for NextStop Theatre, the 2022 Legislative Program, and a funding agreement for a Transit-Related Growth Small Area Plan. No formal decisions were made during this work session.

• Directed staff to place NextStop Theatre lease extension ratification on consent agenda
• Directed staff to place 2022 Legislative Program on consent agenda
• Directed staff to place Transit-Related Growth Small Area Plan funding agreement on consent agenda
• Discussed ZOTA #21-03 for accessory dwelling units; no action taken

Planning Commission Work Session

The Herndon Planning Commission held a work session on October 18, 2021, to discuss two special exception applications: SE #21-04 for an accessory dwelling unit at 148 Herndon Mill Circle and SE #21-05 for a personal service business at 299 Herndon Parkway, Suite 108. Staff recommended approval for both with conditions, and commissioners asked clarifying questions. No formal decisions or votes were taken on these items during the work session; the only vote was to adjourn the meeting.

• Discussed SE #21-04 for accessory dwelling unit at 148 Herndon Mill Circle; staff recommended approval with conditions, no vote taken
• Discussed SE #21-05 for personal service use at 299 Herndon Parkway, Suite 108; staff recommended approval with conditions, no vote taken
• Adjourned work session (6-0)

Town Council

The Herndon Town Council, with the consensus of its members, cancelled the October 5 work session and the October 12 public hearing meetings. The cancellation was announced at the September 28 public hearing. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 19, 2021.

• Cancelled October 5 work session
• Cancelled October 12 public hearing

Historic District Review Board

The Historic District Review Board work session scheduled for October 6, 2021, was not held because there were no items on the agenda. No decisions were made or actions taken.

Town Council Work Session

The Herndon Town Council, with the consensus of its members, cancelled the October 5, 2021 work session and the October 12, 2021 public hearing. The cancellation was announced at the September 28 public hearing. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 19, 2021.

• Cancelled Town Council Work Session on October 5, 2021
• Cancelled Town Council public hearing on October 12, 2021

Town Council

The Town Council approved Ordinance 21-O-10, which prohibits firearms, ammunition, or components in specified town buildings, effective January 1, 2022. The approved version (Option B) focuses on town buildings only and authorizes the Town Manager to implement metal detectors and increased security personnel at the Council Chambers during meetings. A motion to table the ordinance indefinitely failed 2-5.

• Approved Ordinance 21-O-10 (Option B) banning firearms in town buildings (4-3)
• Motion to table the firearms ordinance indefinitely failed (2-5)
• Approved Resolution 21-G-78 accepting the State of the Town Report FY 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-G-79 establishing 2022 meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Approved June 1, 2021 work session minutes (6-0, Dhakal abstaining)
• Approved June 8, 2021 public hearing minutes (unanimous)
• Cancelled October 5 work session and October 12 public hearing

Planning Commission

The Herndon Planning Commission approved Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment ZOTA #21-03, which revises regulations for accessory dwelling units (ADUs). The approval includes an additional requirement of a 10-foot setback from other adjoining structures on the same property, added via a substitute motion. The vote was 6-1, with Commissioner Yohannes dissenting. The amendment was continued from the August 23, 2021 public hearing.

• Approved ZOTA #21-03, accessory dwelling unit regulations, with 10-foot setback requirement (6-1)
• Approved agenda for September 27, 2021 public hearing (7-0)
• Approved August 9, 2021 work session minutes (7-0)
• Approved August 23, 2021 public hearing minutes (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:50 p.m. (7-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals public hearing scheduled for September 23, 2021 was not held because there were no agenda items. No decisions were made.

Town Council Work Session

The Town Council discussed a proposed ordinance to ban firearms on town property but did not vote. Five members supported a substitute version that would prohibit guns in Council Chambers with magnetometer screening and post signs at other town buildings, excluding parks and events. The Town Attorney was directed to draft alternate language for the next public hearing, with the original ordinance remaining on the table.

• Directed the Town Attorney to draft a substitute ordinance limiting the gun ban to Council Chambers (with magnetometers) and other town buildings (with signs only), excluding parks and special events.
• Agreed to present both the original ordinance and the substitute as Alternate A and Alternate B at the next public hearing.
• Discussed including the Herndon Community Center in the sign-only requirement, with the Town Attorney to clarify building list.
• Deferred decisions on parks, special events, and other areas for future discussion, with staff to study park usage and report back.
• Noted that the ordinance could not be enforced until signs are posted, likely taking a couple of months.
• Heard that the Town Manager has about $100,000 in budgetary authority to protect staff, with a security plan to be reexamined.
• Discussed the 2022 meeting schedule, with a request to close the Herndon Community Center on Election Day (Nov 8, 2022) and consider one-way traffic.
• Accepted the State of the Town Report for FY2021, with a summary to be sent to residents after the next meeting.

Historic District Review Board

The Historic District Review Board approved two applications: a front porch addition at 910 Van Buren Street (HDRB #21-011) and a wall sign at 783-G Station Street (HDRB #21-012), both by 6-0 votes. The board also elected Eric Boll as Vice Chair and approved the minutes from the August 4 and August 18 meetings. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved HDRB #21-011 for a front porch addition at 910 Van Buren Street, with conditions including a building location survey and matching the gable roof eave to the existing house.
• Approved HDRB #21-012 for a wall sign at 783-G Station Street, with the condition that the sign be placed in accordance with 'Position C' as shown in the sign drawing set.
• Elected Eric Boll as Vice Chair of the Historic District Review Board by a 6-0 vote.
• Approved the August 4, 2021 Work Session minutes by a 6-0 vote.
• Approved the August 18, 2021 Public Hearing minutes by a 6-0 vote.

Town Council

The Herndon Town Council will hold public hearings on two ordinances: one to approve a third lease amendment with T-Mobile Northeast LLC for equipment changes at the Alabama Drive Water Tower, and another to prohibit firearms on town property. The council will also consider consent items including temporary outdoor seating agreements and VDOT funding applications for road projects.

• Ordinance 21-O-21: Third lease amendment with T-Mobile Northeast LLC for equipment changes at Alabama Drive Water Tower (624 Alabama Drive)
• Ordinance 21-O-10: Prohibit possession of firearms on town property, creating Section 46-60
• Resolution 21-G-74: Temporary license for outdoor seating in alley adjacent to Jimmy's Old Town Tavern
• Resolution 21-G-75: Temporary license for outdoor event in alley behind Aslin Beer Company
• Resolutions 21-G-76 and 21-G-77: VDOT Revenue Sharing funding applications for East Elden Street Widening & Improvements and East Elden Street/Herndon Centre Signalization

The Town Council voted unanimously to continue the public hearing on Ordinance 21-O-10, which would prohibit firearms on town property, to a second hearing on September 28, 2021. The council also unanimously approved a third lease amendment with T-Mobile for equipment upgrades at the Alabama Drive Water Tower. The consent agenda, including temporary alley-use agreements for Jimmy's Old Town Tavern and Aslin Beer Company, and VDOT funding applications for East Elden Street projects, was approved unanimously.

• Continued public hearing on firearms ordinance 21-O-10 to Sept. 28 (unanimous)
• Approved third lease amendment with T-Mobile for water tower equipment (unanimous)
• Approved temporary alley license for Jimmy's Old Town Tavern event Oct. 3 (consent)
• Approved temporary alley license for Aslin Beer Company anniversary events (consent)
• Authorized VDOT revenue sharing application for East Elden Street widening (consent)
• Authorized VDOT revenue sharing application for signalization project (consent)
• Approved May 18 and May 25, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission held a work session to review a proposed zoning text amendment (ZOTA #21-03) that would revise regulations for accessory dwelling units. The amendment would distinguish between internal/attached and detached units, eliminate the special exception requirement for single-family detached homes, change size limits, and remove the age/disability occupancy requirement. No formal decision was made; the item was continued for a future recommendation to the Town Council.

• Reviewed ZOTA #21-03 to revise accessory dwelling unit regulations, including distinguishing internal/attached from detached units.
• Discussed eliminating the special exception requirement for accessory dwelling units associated with single-family detached dwellings, while retaining it for townhouses.
• Discussed proposed size limits: 900 sq ft max for detached units, and 1,200 sq ft or 40% of principal dwelling (whichever is less) for internal/attached units.
• Discussed proposed 10-foot setbacks for detached accessory dwelling units, with a provision for existing nonconforming buildings.
• Discussed removing the requirement that one occupant be over 62 or have a disability, while keeping the owner-occupancy requirement.
• Discussed allowing three unrelated people in an accessory dwelling unit (up from two), with restrictions if the owner no longer lives on the property.
• Discussed keeping the one additional off-street parking space requirement for accessory dwelling units.
• Commissioners opted to use existing photos for the 2022 calendar.

Town Council Work Session

The Town Council held a work session with no formal votes. They discussed a proposed ordinance to ban firearms on town property, a T-Mobile lease amendment, and VDOT funding applications. Items were directed to the consent agenda for the next meeting.

• Discussed Ordinance 21-0-21 (T-Mobile lease amendment) — no action taken
• Discussed Ordinance 21-0-10 (firearms ban on town property) — no action taken
• Discussed Resolution 21-G-74 (Jimmy's Old Town Tavern alley use) — placed on consent agenda
• Discussed Resolution 21-G-75 (Aslin Beer Company alley use) — placed on consent agenda
• Discussed Resolution 21-G-76 (VDOT funding for East Elden Street widening) — placed on consent agenda
• Discussed Resolution 21-G-77 (VDOT funding for signalization) — placed on consent agenda

Historic District Review Board

The Historic District Review Board held a work session on September 1, 2021, to discuss two applications: a front porch addition at 910 Van Buren Street (HDRB #21-011) and a wall sign at 783-G Station Street (HDRB #21-012). Staff recommended approval with revised conditions for both, and the board discussed them with the applicant. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was adjourned by a 5-0 vote.

• Discussed HDRB #21-011, a front porch addition at 910 Van Buren Street; staff recommended approval with revised conditions, and the applicant must submit a building location survey before approval.
• Discussed HDRB #21-012, a wall sign at 783-G Station Street; staff recommended approval with revised conditions.
• Adjourned the work session by a 5-0 vote.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals public hearing scheduled for August 26, 2021 was not held because there were no agenda items. No substantive decisions were made, and the meeting was effectively cancelled.

Planning Commission

The Herndon Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider ZOTA #21-03, a zoning ordinance text amendment that would revise regulations for accessory dwelling units (ADUs). The draft has been updated since the last hearing, including new setback requirements, occupancy rules, and removal of utility language. The commission will decide whether to recommend approval to the Town Council.

• ZOTA #21-03: Revises ADU regulations, including a 10-foot setback from side and rear property lines, with an exception for existing structures.
• Occupancy: Requires owner to occupy either the principal or accessory unit; if not, the property is limited to one family. Also requires at least one occupant to be 62+ or have a disability.
• Size limits: Internal/attached ADUs limited to 40% of principal dwelling floor area or 1,200 sq ft (whichever less); detached ADUs limited to 900 sq ft.
• Parking: Requires one off-street parking space for the ADU in addition to principal dwelling requirements.
• Utilities: Deleted language on utility connections; Public Works will rely on Town Code and Virginia Building Code.

The Herndon Planning Commission voted 7-0 to continue ZOTA #21-03, a zoning ordinance text amendment on accessory dwelling units, to the September 27, 2021 public hearing. Staff provided updates on setbacks, occupancy, and utilities, and commissioners requested further clarification on compliance with the Community Plan. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also approved the agenda and prior minutes.

• Continued ZOTA #21-03 (ADU regulations) to Sept. 27, 2021 (7-0)
• Approved agenda for Aug. 23, 2021 meeting (7-0)
• Approved July 12, 2021 work session minutes (7-0)
• Approved July 26, 2021 public hearing minutes (7-0)

Historic District Review Board

The Historic District Review Board approved HDRB #21-009 for facade improvements to the commercial building at 771 Elden Street, with a 5-0 vote. The board also approved minutes from May 5 and May 19, 2021, and noted that several work sessions and public hearings were cancelled. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved HDRB #21-009 for facade improvements at 771 Elden Street (5-0)
• Approved May 5, 2021 Work Session minutes (4-0)
• Approved May 19, 2021 Public Hearing minutes (4-0)
• Noted cancellations of June 2, June 16, July 7, and July 21, 2021 meetings

Architectural Review Board Meeting

The Architectural Review Board approved all five applications on the agenda, including coordinated signage at Marker 20, building signage at 230 Herndon Parkway, EV charging stations at 413 Elden Street, building and site alterations at Marker 20, and wall signs for a new Outback Steakhouse at 365 Elden Street. Each approval was unanimous (5-0). The board also approved the minutes from its July 7 and July 21 meetings.

• Approved ARB #21-001 coordinated freestanding signs at 450-485 Springpark Place (5-0)
• Approved ARB #21-012 building signage at 230 Herndon Parkway with condition for purple trimcaps (5-0)
• Approved ARB #21-013 EV charging station and equipment enclosure at 413 Elden Street (5-0)
• Approved ARB #21-014 building and site alterations at 450-485 Springpark Place (5-0)
• Approved ARB #21-015 three wall signs for Outback Steakhouse at 365 Elden Street (5-0)
• Approved July 7, 2021 work session minutes (5-0)
• Approved July 21, 2021 public hearing minutes (5-0)

Town Council

The Herndon Town Council is holding a public hearing to consider several financial and zoning items. Key actions include authorizing the use of $12.76 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, re-appropriating FY2021 funds into the FY2022 budget, and a zoning text amendment to allow up to 28 dwelling units per acre in certain planned development districts when adaptive reuse of existing buildings is involved. The council will also vote on a new parking restriction and several contracts and agreements.

• Ordinance 21-O-17: Authorize ARPA Allocation Plan and appropriate $12,761,973 in ARPA funds for FY2022
• Ordinance 21-O-18: Zoning text amendment ZOTA #21-02 to increase permitted density to 28 dwelling units per acre in PD-UR districts with adaptive reuse
• Ordinance 21-O-20: Prohibit parking within 10 feet of a driveway, with fines
• Resolution 21-G-67: Award contract for Historic Herndon Streetscape Project - Phase III
• Resolution 21-G-71: Award contract for Financial Budget Planning System/Software, RFP #21-11

The Herndon Town Council approved the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) allocation plan, appropriating approximately $25.5 million in federal funds for FY2022, and approved resolutions and ordinances to carry over FY2021 reserves and encumbrances into the FY2022 budget. The council also approved a zoning text amendment allowing increased residential density up to 28 units per acre for adaptive reuse projects, and deferred a proposed parking ordinance for further study.

• Approved ARPA allocation plan and FY2022 appropriation (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-G-66 authorizing FY2021 reserves and encumbrances carryover (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-O-16 amending FY2022 budget for carryover funds (6-0)
• Approved ZOTA #21-02 allowing up to 28 dwelling units per acre for adaptive reuse (5-1)
• Deferred indefinitely Ordinance 21-O-20 prohibiting parking within 10 feet of driveways (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including ClearGov software contract, streetscape project, and appointments (6-0)

Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission held a work session to discuss proposed zoning text amendment ZOTA #21-03, which would revise regulations for accessory dwelling units. No formal decisions were made; the discussion focused on nine points, including size limits, setbacks, and parking requirements. The item was continued from a previous public hearing and will be considered further.

• Discussed ZOTA #21-03 to revise accessory dwelling unit regulations (no vote)
• Adjourned work session (6-0)

Town Council

The Herndon Town Council held a strategic planning session and voted on several councilmember-submitted initiatives. They approved moving forward with a traffic calming and bike/pedestrian safety proposal, a housing allowance study for town employees, and a regional traffic and parking study. They also voted to study single-lot development regulations and to direct the Town Attorney to research closed meeting recordings. Several other proposals were rejected, including a real estate tax penalty change, a council salary increase, and a proposal to prohibit technical work by the Town Manager.

• Approved traffic calming and bike/pedestrian safety initiative (6-0)
• Approved housing allowance study for town employees (6-0)
• Approved regional cut-through traffic, parking, and light timing study (6-0)
• Approved study of single-lot development regulations (6-0)
• Rejected real estate tax penalty change proposal (6-0)
• Rejected council salary increase proposal (5-1)
• Rejected proposal to prohibit technical work by Town Manager (5-1)
• Approved directing Town Attorney to research closed meeting recordings (5-1)

Town Council Work Session

The Town Council held a work session to review and discuss several items, including the ARPA allocation plan, a zoning text amendment for adaptive reuse density, and a streetscape contract. No formal votes were taken; items were directed to the consent agenda for the next meeting. The Council also discussed a proposed parking ordinance and entered a closed meeting for legal advice.

• Discussed ARPA allocation plan for $25.5M total, with $12.76M received
• Reviewed ZOTA #21-02 to allow 28 dwelling units/acre for adaptive reuse
• Discussed awarding $477,740 streetscape contract to Sagres Construction
• Placed personnel ordinance, streetscape contract, and other items on consent agenda
• Discussed proposed ordinance to prohibit parking within 10 feet of driveways
• Entered closed meeting for legal advice on firearm legislation and appointments

Historic District Review Board

The Historic District Review Board held a work session on August 4, 2021, to discuss a facade improvement application for 771 Elden Street. Staff withheld its recommendation pending additional information, which the applicant provided during the meeting. The board asked the applicant to consider a less symmetrical design. No formal decision was made; the meeting adjourned with a 7-0 vote.

• Discussed HDRB #21-009 facade improvements at 771 Elden Street (no vote)
• Adjourned work session (7-0)

Architectural Review Board Work Session

The Herndon Architectural Review Board is holding a work session to review several applications for signage, site features, and building alterations. These include coordinated signs at Marker 20, building signs at 230 Herndon Parkway, EV charging stations at 413 Elden Street, alterations at Marker 20, and wall signs for a new Outback Steakhouse at 365 Elden Street. The board will also discuss the Parkview Development Plan and a preliminary review for a new Pollo Campero at 1131 Elden Street.

• Signage package for Marker 20 (450-485 Springpark Place) with freestanding signs, including two illuminated entry signs
• Building signage and minor alterations at 230 Herndon Parkway (F and M Bank Northern VA)
• Electric vehicle charging stations and equipment enclosure at 413 Elden Street
• Building and site alterations within Marker 20 development (450-485 Springpark Place)
• Wall signs for proposed Outback Steakhouse at 365 Elden Street

The Architectural Review Board held a work session to discuss several applications, but no final decisions were made. Staff withheld recommendations on two signage applications (ARB #21-001 and #21-012) pending additional information, while recommending approval for three others (ARB #21-013, #21-014, #21-015). The Board also discussed the Parkview Development Plan and a preliminary review for a Pollo Campero restaurant, providing design feedback. The meeting was adjourned with a 5-0 vote.

• Discussed signage application ARB #21-001 for Marker 20; staff withheld recommendation pending more info
• Discussed signage application ARB #21-012 at 230 Herndon Parkway; staff withheld recommendation; Board suggested purple trimcap
• Discussed EV charging station application ARB #21-013 at 413 Elden Street; staff recommended approval
• Discussed building alterations ARB #21-014 for Marker 20; staff recommended approval
• Discussed signage for Outback Steakhouse ARB #21-015 at 365 Elden Street; staff recommended approval
• Discussed Parkview Development Plan; further review needed
• Discussed preliminary review for Pollo Campero at 1131 Elden Street; Board recommended less color and blending with adjacent buildings
• Adjourned meeting 5-0

Planning Commission

The Herndon Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment #21-03, which proposes to revise regulations governing accessory dwelling units. The commission will review draft language covering size limits, location requirements, parking, and occupancy rules, and will consider feedback from a prior work session. The meeting will also include approval of minutes from previous sessions and comments from staff and commissioners.

• ZOTA #21-03 to revise accessory dwelling unit regulations, including a proposed 800 sq ft size limit for detached units
• Discussion on whether internal accessory dwelling units in townhouses should require a special exception
• Proposed 10-foot setbacks for detached accessory dwelling units from side and rear property lines
• Review of occupancy requirements, including options to limit to two adults or three persons
• Consideration of a parking exemption for lots within 0.25 miles of the Herndon Metro Station

The Herndon Planning Commission held a virtual public hearing on July 26, 2021, and voted 7-0 to continue Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment ZOTA #21-03, which would revise regulations for accessory dwelling units, to the August 23, 2021 public hearing. The commission discussed staff recommendations on size limits, setbacks, occupancy, parking, and utilities, but took no final action on the amendment. The meeting also approved the agenda and minutes from prior sessions, all by unanimous votes.

• Continued ZOTA #21-03 (accessory dwelling unit regulations) to August 23, 2021 (7-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved June 14, 2021 work session minutes (7-0)
• Approved June 28, 2021 public hearing minutes (7-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (7-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals virtual public hearing scheduled for July 22, 2021 was not held because there were no agenda items. No decisions were made or items discussed.

Architectural Review Board Meeting

The Herndon Architectural Review Board will hold a public hearing to consider two applications: one to modify a rooftop telecommunications facility and screen wall at 575 Herndon Parkway, and another to install a tenant wall sign at 12930 Worldgate Drive. Staff recommends approval of the telecom application with a condition that all exterior equipment be painted to match the screen wall. The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings.

• ARB #21-009: Building alteration to modify rooftop telecom facility and screen wall at 575 Herndon Parkway (PD-TOC zoning, 205,041 sq ft)
• ARB #21-010: Wall sign installation at 12930 Worldgate Drive (PD-W zoning, 126,575 sq ft)
• Staff recommends approval of ARB #21-009 with condition to paint antennas and equipment to match screen wall
• Public hearing held electronically per COVID-19 ordinance; written comments accepted

The Herndon Architectural Review Board approved two applications at its July 21, 2021 public hearing. ARB #21-009, to modify a rooftop telecommunications facility and screen wall at 575 Herndon Parkway, was approved 4-0 with a condition that all equipment outside the screen wall be painted to match it. ARB #21-010, to install a tenant wall sign at 12930 Worldgate Drive, was also approved 4-0. Both votes were unanimous among the four present members; Chairman Walker was absent.

• Approved ARB #21-009, modification of rooftop telecommunications equipment and enclosure at 575 Herndon Parkway, with a condition to paint all outside equipment to match the screen wall (4-0).
• Approved ARB #21-010, installation of a wall sign at 12930 Worldgate Drive (4-0).
• Approved the June 2, 2021 Work Session minutes (4-0).
• Approved the June 16, 2021 Public Hearing minutes (4-0).
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:04 p.m. (4-0).

Historic District Review Board

The Historic District Review Board public hearing scheduled for July 21, 2021 was not held because there were no items on the agenda. No decisions were made or discussed.

Town Council

The Herndon Town Council is holding a public hearing to consider several items, including a five-year lease agreement with the Fairfax County School Board for space at 397 Herndon Parkway, and to ratify several agreements related to parking, easements, and a bike trail. The council will also vote on consent items such as awarding contracts for tennis bubble services and commercial property management.

• Ordinance 21-O-15: Approve 5-year lease with Fairfax County School Board for 13,593 sq ft at 397 Herndon Parkway, starting at $20/SF with 2% annual escalation, totaling $271,860 in first year
• Resolution 21-G-62: Ratify third extension of license for public parking at Lynn and Station Streets through August 30, 2021
• Resolution 21-G-63: Approve easement encroachment agreement with Springpark Place LLC for improvements over waterline and storm drain easements
• Resolution 21-G-64: Ratify license agreement for bike trail, sidewalk, and retaining wall for East Spring Street Widening project
• Resolution 21-G-60: Award contract IFB #21-10 for Air-Supported Structure Services for the tennis bubble

The Herndon Town Council approved a five-year lease agreement with the Fairfax County School Board for space at 397 Herndon Parkway, with rent starting at $271,860 for the first year and escalating 2% annually. The council also ratified a third extension of a license for public parking at Lynn and Station Streets, approved an easement encroachment agreement with Springpark Place LLC, and ratified a license agreement for bike trail, sidewalk, and retaining wall improvements. All votes were 6-0, with Councilmember Alam absent.

• Approved Ordinance 21-O-15: five-year lease with Fairfax County School Board for 13,593 sq ft at 397 Herndon Parkway, rent $271,860 first year, 2% annual escalation, two five-year options.
• Ratified Resolution 21-G-62: third extension of license with Nafis Peter Ahmed and Ruth Llabres Ahmed for public parking at Lynn and Station Streets, expiring August 30, 2021, at $1,250/month.
• Approved Resolution 21-G-63: easement encroachment agreement with Springpark Place LLC for improvements on town waterline and storm drain easements.
• Ratified Resolution 21-G-64: license agreement with Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority and VDOT for bike trail, sidewalk, and retaining wall on W&OD Trail property.
• Approved Consent Agenda: rescheduled August work session to August 4, awarded tennis bubble contract to Bishop's Tennis Inc., awarded property management contract to Colliers International, and ratified legal services contract with The Fitzgerald Law Group.
• Approved minutes from April 20 and April 27, 2021 meetings.

Planning Commission Work Session

The Herndon Planning Commission held a work session to discuss proposed zoning ordinance text amendment ZOTA #21-03, which would revise regulations for accessory dwelling units. Staff presented the proposal, and commissioners provided comments and questions on topics such as size limits, parking, and special exceptions. No formal decision was made; the item is scheduled for a public hearing on July 26, 2021.

• Discussed ZOTA #21-03 to revise accessory dwelling unit regulations; no vote taken.
• Received staff report on ZOTA #21-03; comments and questions addressed.
• Heard update on Transit Related Growth (TRG) small area plan financing and timing.
• Adjourned the work session at 8:45 p.m. by a 6-0 vote.

Architectural Review Board Work Session

The Herndon Architectural Review Board will hold a work session to consider two applications: one to modify a rooftop telecommunications facility at 575 Herndon Parkway, and another to install a wall sign at 12930 Worldgate Drive. Staff recommends approval of the telecom application with conditions, including painting equipment to match the screen wall. The meeting is held electronically due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• ARB #21-009: Modify rooftop telecom facility and screen wall at 575 Herndon Parkway (owner: Bristol Herndon Parkway, LLC)
• ARB #21-010: Install tenant wall sign at 12930 Worldgate Drive (owner: Monument III Owner, LLC)
• Staff recommends approval of ARB #21-009 with condition to paint all equipment to match screen wall
• Proposed screen wall height increase of 6 feet at 575 Herndon Parkway
• Public comments accepted via email to hdrb.arb@herndon-va.gov

The Architectural Review Board held a work session on July 7, 2021, to review two applications: a rooftop telecommunications facility modification at 575 Herndon Parkway (ARB #21-009) and a tenant wall sign at 12930 Worldgate Drive (ARB #21-010). Staff recommended approval for both, but the Board took no action, as this was a work session. The meeting adjourned with a 4-0 vote.

• Reviewed ARB #21-009 for a rooftop telecommunications facility modification at 575 Herndon Parkway; no action taken.
• Reviewed ARB #21-010 for a tenant wall sign at 12930 Worldgate Drive; no action taken.
• Adjourned the work session by a 4-0 vote.

Historic District Review Board

The Historic District Review Board's virtual work session scheduled for July 7, 2021 was not held due to lack of agenda items. No decisions, approvals, or discussions occurred.

• Cancelled the July 7, 2021 work session due to no agenda items

Town Council Work Session

The Herndon Town Council work session will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including awarding a contract for tennis bubble services, approving a five-year lease with Fairfax County School Board, and awarding a property management contract. They will also discuss funding options for a transit-related growth area plan and the Multicultural Advisory Committee.

• Award IFB #21-10 to Bishop's Tennis, Inc. for $23,400 annually (up to $117,000 over 5 years) for tennis bubble services
• Approve five-year lease with Fairfax County School Board for 13,593 sq ft at 397 Herndon Parkway, total rent $1,414,770
• Award RFP #21-08 to Colliers International for property management at 397 Herndon Parkway, with monthly fees totaling $7,557.50 plus leasing commissions
• Ratify third extension of license for parking lot at Lynn and Station Streets, paying $1,250/month through August 30, 2021
• Approve easement encroachment agreement with Springpark Place LLC for waterline and storm drain easements

The Herndon Town Council held a work session on July 6, 2021, where they discussed funding options for the Transit Related Growth (TRG) Area Small Area Plan. Council directed staff to develop a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a consultant and to continue working with property owners, assuming they would fund 100% of the plan. No formal votes were taken on this item, as it was a discussion.

• Directed staff to develop an RFP for a consultant for the TRG Small Area Plan and to continue working with property owners assuming they will fund 100% of the cost.
• Placed Resolution 21-G-60 (tennis bubble contract) on the Consent Agenda for next week's meeting.
• Placed Resolution 21-G-61 (property management services) on the Consent Agenda for next week's meeting.
• Approved a motion to enter a Closed Meeting at 5:30 p.m. for a performance review of a public employee (6-0 vote).
• Approved a motion to reconvene in public session at 6:51 p.m. (6-0 vote).
• Approved the Certification of Closed Meeting (6-0 vote).
• Approved a motion to enter a Closed Meeting at 9:25 p.m. for discussion of appointments and real property acquisition (6-0 vote).
• Approved a motion to reconvene in public session at 10:43 p.m. and approved the Certification of Closed Meeting (6-0 vote).

Planning Commission

The Herndon Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a zoning ordinance text amendment (ZOTA #21-02) that would increase the maximum permitted density in the PD-UR (Planned Development Urban Residential) district to 28 dwelling units per acre when a zoning map amendment includes adaptive reuse of existing buildings for residential use. The commission will also consider draft minutes from previous meetings and hear comments from staff and commissioners. The staff memo addresses clarifications on water and sewer impact evaluation, the purpose of intent sections, and transit route and commercial node proximity requirements.

• ZOTA #21-02: Increase PD-UR density to 28 dwelling units per acre for adaptive reuse projects
• Adaptive reuse sites must be along a transit route and within 0.5 miles of a commercial node
• Water and sewer demand must be less than or neutral compared to present use
• Affordable dwelling units encouraged for low-to-moderate income households
• Approval of minutes from March 8, March 22, April 12, April 26, May 10 (cancelled), and May 24 (cancelled) meetings

The Herndon Planning Commission approved Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment ZOTA #21-02, which allows up to 28 dwelling units per acre in the PD-UR district when a zoning map amendment includes adaptive reuse of existing buildings for residential use. The motion carried 5-0. The commission also approved minutes from several prior meetings and adjourned.

• Approved ZOTA #21-02 to allow up to 28 dwelling units per acre for adaptive reuse in PD-UR district (5-0)
• Approved March 8, 2021 work session minutes (5-0)
• Approved March 22, 2021 public hearing minutes (5-0)
• Approved April 12, 2021 work session minutes (5-0)
• Approved April 26, 2021 work session minutes with amendment (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:44 p.m. (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Herndon Board of Zoning Appeals public hearing scheduled for June 24, 2021, is cancelled because no applications were received. The board will not meet. This is a procedural cancellation notice, not a decision or discussion of any substantive item.

• Cancellation of the June 24, 2021 Board of Zoning Appeals public hearing due to no applications

The Board of Zoning Appeals virtual public hearing scheduled for June 24, 2021 was not held because there were no agenda items. No substantive decisions were made.

Architectural Review Board Meeting

The Herndon Architectural Review Board will hold a public hearing to consider two applications: a new tenant wall sign for Lumen Technologies at 550 Van Buren Street and a masonry dumpster enclosure for the VCA animal hospital at 500 Elden Street. Staff recommends approval for both, with a condition on the dumpster enclosure to verify brick color match.

• Wall sign replacement at 550 Van Buren Street (ARB #21-006), non-illuminated aluminum letters, 2' high by 14'-2 5/8" long
• Dumpster enclosure construction at 500 Elden Street (ARB #21-007), approximately 23' by 11', masonry with brick veneer
• Staff recommends approval of wall sign as submitted
• Staff recommends approval of dumpster enclosure with condition for field verification of brick and mortar colors
• Public hearing for both applications on June 16, 2021

The Herndon Architectural Review Board approved two applications: a tenant wall sign at 550 Van Buren Street and a refuse enclosure at 500 Elden Street. Both approvals were unanimous (5-0). The board also approved minutes from prior meetings and adjourned.

• Approved wall sign application ARB #21-006 for 550 Van Buren Street (5-0)
• Approved refuse enclosure application ARB #21-007 for 500 Elden Street (5-0)
• Approved April 7, 2021 work session minutes (5-0)
• Approved April 21, 2021 public hearing minutes (5-0)

Historic District Review Board

The Historic District Review Board public hearing scheduled for June 16, 2021 was not held because there were no items on the agenda. No decisions were made or actions taken at this meeting.

Planning Commission Work Session

The Herndon Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment ZOTA #21-02, which would allow up to 28 dwelling units per acre in the PD-UR district when existing buildings are adaptively reused for housing. The commission will also discuss accessory dwelling units and other items of interest. Staff recommends approval.

• ZOTA #21-02: increase PD-UR density from 20 to 28 du/ac for adaptive reuse
• Public hearing on zoning text amendment for adaptive reuse of existing buildings
• Discussion of Accessory Dwelling Units
• Staff report references 315 Elden Street hotel conversion proposal

The Planning Commission held a work session to discuss ZOTA #21-02, a proposed zoning text amendment to allow up to 28 dwelling units per acre in the PD-UR district when adaptive reuse of existing buildings is involved. No formal vote was taken; the item was discussed, with staff answering questions and the Chairman suggesting edits. The Commission also agreed to schedule July and August meetings to work on an Accessory Dwelling Units text amendment.

• Discussed ZOTA #21-02, a proposed zoning text amendment to increase density to 28 units per acre for adaptive reuse projects; no action taken.
• Agreed to hold July and August meetings to work on an Accessory Dwelling Units zoning text amendment.
• Adjourned the work session at 8:09 p.m. by a 7-0 roll call vote.

Town Council

The Herndon Town Council is holding a public hearing to consider approving a new five-year lease with AT&T for space on the Third Street water tower and ground at 806 Third Street, with rent starting at $3,457.65 per month and a 3% annual escalator. The council will also discuss initiating a zoning text amendment to revise accessory dwelling unit regulations, and will vote on several consent items including leases, outdoor dining agreements, and a contract award.

• Ordinance 21-O-12: Approve 5-year lease with AT&T for Third Street water tower, $3,457.65/month with 3% annual increase
• Resolution 21-G-56: Initiate ZOTA #21-03 to revise accessory dwelling unit regulations
• Ordinance 21-O-13: Approve 2-year lease with Evince Analytics at 397 Herndon Parkway
• Ordinance 21-O-14: Approve lease with NextStop Theatre Company at 397 Herndon Parkway
• Resolution 21-G-55: Award Contract #B-21-01 for Herndon Metrorail Intermodal Access Improvement Project

The Herndon Town Council approved a new five-year lease with AT&T Mobility for the Third Street water tower at $3,457.65 per month, and initiated a zoning text amendment to revise accessory dwelling unit regulations. The council also approved a consent agenda including a Metrorail access improvement contract and several temporary outdoor dining agreements.

• Approved Ordinance 21-O-12, five-year AT&T water tower lease (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-G-56, initiating ZOTA #21-03 for accessory dwelling unit regulations (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including Ordinance 21-O-13 (Evince Analytics lease) and 21-O-14 (NextStop Theatre storage lease) (unanimous)
• Ratified temporary outdoor dining agreements for Green Lizard Cycling, Mile 20, Russia House, Zeffirelli, and Sully's Pour House (unanimous)
• Ratified VDOT water/sewer adjustment agreement for East Spring Street project (unanimous)
• Awarded Contract #B-21-01, Herndon Metrorail Intermodal Access Improvement Project to Arthur Construction Co., Inc. for $1,757,880 (unanimous)
• Reappointed Eric Boll to Architectural Review/Historic District Review Boards (unanimous)
• Reappointed Kevin Moses to Herndon Planning Commission (unanimous)

Architectural Review Board Work Session

The Herndon Architectural Review Board will hold a work session to consider two applications: a new tenant wall sign for the office building at 550 Van Buren Street and a masonry dumpster enclosure for the commercial property at 500 Elden Street. Staff recommends approval for both, with the dumpster enclosure approval conditioned on a field verification of brick and mortar colors.

• Wall sign application (ARB #21-006) for 550 Van Buren Street, replacing an existing sign with non-illuminated aluminum letters.
• Dumpster enclosure application (ARB #21-007) for 500 Elden Street, a 23' by 11' masonry enclosure with a steel gate.
• Staff recommends approval for the wall sign as submitted.
• Staff recommends approval for the dumpster enclosure with a condition to verify brick and mortar color match.
• Both applications are scheduled for public hearings on June 16, 2021.

The Architectural Review Board held a work session on June 2, 2021, to review two applications: a tenant wall sign at 550 Van Buren Street (ARB #21-006) and a refuse enclosure at 500 Elden Street (ARB #21-007). Staff recommended approval for both, and board members heard brief comments from applicants' agents but took no formal votes. The meeting was adjourned 5-0.

• Reviewed ARB #21-006 for tenant wall sign at 550 Van Buren Street; no vote taken
• Reviewed ARB #21-007 for refuse enclosure at 500 Elden Street; no vote taken
• Adjourned work session (5-0)

Historic District Review Board

The Historic District Review Board's virtual work session scheduled for June 2, 2021, was not held due to lack of agenda items. No decisions were made or discussed.

Town Council Work Session

The Herndon Town Council will hold a work session with a public hearing on a new five-year lease with AT&T Mobility for space on the Third Street water tower at $3,457.65 per month. The council will also consider two other leases, ratify temporary outdoor dining agreements, award a Metrorail improvement contract, and discuss a gun ordinance.

• Ordinance 21-O-12: five-year AT&T lease for Third Street water tower, $3,457.65/month with 3% annual escalation
• Ordinance 21-O-13: two-year lease with Evince Analytics, Inc. at 397 Herndon Parkway
• Ordinance 21-O-14: lease with NextStop Theatre Company at 397 Herndon Parkway
• Resolutions 21-G-49 to 21-G-52: ratify temporary outdoor dining agreements with Green Lizard Cycling, Mile 20, Russia House, Zeffirelli
• Resolution 21-G-55: award Contract #B-21-01 for Herndon Metrorail Intermodal Access Improvement Project

The Town Council held a work session with no final votes on ordinances, instead directing staff to place several items on the next meeting's consent agenda. The Council concurred to move the proposed gun ordinance forward for public hearings in September, using the April version as a baseline. A closed meeting was held to discuss a public employee's performance review.

• Held closed meeting for public employee performance review (5-0)
• Certified closed meeting complied with Virginia law (5-0)
• Moved AT&T water tower lease to consent agenda for next meeting
• Moved Evince Analytics lease to consent agenda for next meeting
• Moved NextStop Theatre lease to consent agenda for next meeting
• Moved outdoor dining license ratifications to consent agenda for next meeting
• Moved VDOT water/sewer agreement ratification to consent agenda for next meeting
• Moved Metrorail bus bays contract award to consent agenda for next meeting

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Herndon Board of Zoning Appeals public hearing scheduled for May 27, 2021, is cancelled because no applications were received. The board will not meet on that date.

• Meeting cancelled due to no applications
• Contact Department of Community Development at (703) 787-7380 for questions

The Board of Zoning Appeals virtual public hearing scheduled for May 27, 2021, was not held because there were no agenda items. No substantive decisions were made.

Town Council

The Town Council adopted Resolution 21-G-45, approving the FY 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) as recommended by the Town Manager, with a 6-0 roll call vote. The CIP includes 49 projects, six of which are new, and adds a project for aesthetic improvements to an open culvert abutting Center Street. The Council also approved three consent agenda items: a temporary license agreement for Jimmy's Old Town Tavern, a construction contract for the Elden Street and Monroe Street intersection, and initiation of a zoning text amendment for adaptive reuse density.

• Adopted FY 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Program (6-0)
• Approved temporary license agreement for Jimmy's Old Town Tavern alley seating (6-0)
• Awarded $1,113,394.50 contract to Ashburn Contracting for Elden/Monroe intersection (6-0)
• Authorized $111,340 contingency for intersection project (6-0)
• Initiated zoning text amendment ZOTA #21-02 for adaptive reuse density (6-0)

Historic District Review Board

The Historic District Review Board will hold a public hearing on two applications for 764 Grace Street: one to reduce the front yard setback from 35 to 20 feet, and another to approve a one-and-a-half story addition to the existing house. Staff recommends approval of both, with conditions to preserve the historic character.

• HDRB #21-007: Reduce front setback from 35' to 20' at 764 Grace St.
• HDRB #21-008: One-and-a-half story addition to dwelling at 764 Grace St.
• Conditions include landscaping, parapet design, and window options
• Rescinds prior approval HPRB #20-019

The Herndon Historic District Review Board approved two applications for a property at 764 Grace Street. HDRB #21-007 allows a reduction of the front yard setback from 35 feet to 20 feet, and HDRB #21-008 approves the construction of a one-and-one-half story addition to the existing dwelling. Both approvals were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved HDRB #21-007, reducing front yard setback from 35' to 20' for future addition at 764 Grace Street (7-0)
• Approved HDRB #21-008, Certificate of Appropriateness for one-and-one-half story addition at 764 Grace Street (7-0)
• Approved April 7, 2021 Work Session minutes (6-0)
• Approved April 21, 2021 Public Hearing minutes (6-0)

Town Council Work Session

The Herndon Town Council is holding a work session to discuss and potentially act on several items, including the adoption of the FY 2023–FY 2027 Capital Improvement Program (CIP), a contract award for the Elden Street and Monroe Street intersection improvement project, and a zoning text amendment to allow increased density for adaptive reuse of existing buildings. The council will also discuss initiating a zoning text amendment for accessory dwelling units, converting two paid holidays to personal holidays, and an organizational orientation. The meeting will conclude with a closed session to discuss prospective board and commission appointments.

• Resolution 21-G-45: Consider adopting the FY 2023–FY 2027 Capital Improvement Program, with a total recommended cost of $89,235,000 for General Government Projects over the six-year period.
• Resolution 21-G-47: Award Contract #B-21-04 for the Elden Street and Monroe Street Intersection Improvement Project.
• Resolution 21-G-48: Initiate a zoning text amendment (ZOTA #21-02) to allow increased density in PD-UR districts when a zoning map amendment includes adaptive reuse of existing buildings for residential units.
• Discussion: Guidance to initiate a zoning ordinance text amendment to address accessory dwelling units.
• Discussion: Convert two paid holidays to two personal holidays for each employee to take at their discretion.

The Town Council held a work session and reached consensus to direct staff to draft an initiating resolution for a zoning text amendment on accessory dwelling units, and to move forward with a separate zoning text amendment (ZOTA #21-02) allowing higher density for adaptive reuse projects. No formal votes were taken on these items; they were placed on the consent agenda for the next regular meeting. The Council also discussed the FY 2022-2027 Capital Improvement Program, a temporary license for Jimmy's Old Town Tavern, and a contract award for the Elden Street and Monroe Street intersection, all of which were also slated for the consent agenda.

• Consensus to direct staff to draft an initiating resolution for accessory dwelling unit zoning text amendment
• Consensus to place ZOTA #21-02 (adaptive reuse density increase) on consent agenda
• Consensus to place FY 2022-2027 CIP resolution on consent agenda
• Consensus to place temporary license agreement for Jimmy's Old Town Tavern on consent agenda
• Consensus to place contract award for Elden & Monroe intersection (Ashburn Construction, $1,113,394.50) on consent agenda
• Discussed converting two paid holidays to personal holidays; no formal action
• Entered closed meeting for board/commission appointments (unanimous)
• Certified closed meeting (6-0)

Town Council

The Council will consider a new process to prioritize proposed initiatives through written narratives and priority levels. Additionally, the agenda includes authorizing mutual aid agreements for water and wastewater response networks.

• Resolution 21-G-43: Authorizing the Town Manager to sign VA WARN and NCR WARN Mutual Aid Agreements
• Resolution 21-G-44: Awarding Contract #B-21-02 for the Center Street Improvements Project
• Proposal to adopt a process for prioritizing proposed council initiatives

The Herndon Town Council approved two resolutions at its May 11, 2021 public hearing. It awarded Contract #B-21-02 for the Center Street Improvements Project to Fort Myer Construction Corporation for $863,000, with an $86,300 contingency, and authorized the Town Manager to sign mutual aid agreements for water and wastewater emergency response. Both votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution 21-G-44 awarding Center Street Improvements contract to Fort Myer Construction Corp for $863,000 (unanimous)
• Authorized $86,300 contingency for Center Street Improvements project (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-G-43 authorizing Town Manager to sign VA WARN and NCR WARN mutual aid agreements (unanimous)
• Approved March 16, 2021 Work Session minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March 23, 2021 Public Hearing minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission Work Session

The Herndon Planning Commission has cancelled both its May 10 work session and May 24 public hearing because no applications were received. The commission will not meet in May 2021.

• May 10 work session cancelled
• May 24 public hearing cancelled
• No applications received for either meeting

The Herndon Planning Commission cancelled both its May 10 work session and May 24 public hearing because no applications were received. No substantive decisions were made at these meetings.

• Cancelled May 10, 2021 work session (no applications)
• Cancelled May 24, 2021 public hearing (no applications)

Town Council

The Herndon Town Council is holding a strategic planning meeting, held electronically due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The main agenda item is a presentation by the Town Manager on strategic initiatives submitted by council members. No specific initiatives, decisions, or public hearings are listed.

• Strategic initiatives submitted by council members

The Herndon Town Council held a strategic planning meeting where they discussed and voted on several initiatives. The Council adopted a new general process for prioritizing initiatives, requiring sponsors to provide a written narrative describing the problem before an initiative is discussed. They also voted to 'park' two initiatives: dedicated FOIA resources and housing allowances for first responders and teachers, meaning they will be revisited at a future date.

• Adopted general process for prioritizing initiatives requiring written narratives (6-0)
• Parked dedicated FOIA resources initiative for 12 months (5-1)
• Parked housing allowances for first responders and teachers initiative (6-0)
• Tabled motion on prioritizing initiatives until after police chief's items
• Adjourned meeting at 9:57 p.m. (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Herndon Planning Commission has cancelled both its May 10 work session and May 24 public hearing because no applications were received. The commission will not meet during May 2021.

• May 10 work session cancelled
• May 24 public hearing cancelled
• No applications received for either meeting

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Herndon Board of Zoning Appeals will not meet on May 27, 2021, because no applications were received for the public hearing. The meeting is officially cancelled.

• May 27, 2021 Board of Zoning Appeals public hearing cancelled
• No applications received for the meeting

Historic District Review Board

The Historic District Review Board will hold a virtual work session to consider two applications for 764 Grace Street: an amendment to a previously approved Certificate of Appropriateness (HDRB #21-007) to reduce the required front yard setback from 35 feet to 20 feet, and a separate application (HDRB #21-008) for a one-story addition to the dwelling. The board will also conduct a preliminary design review of a proposed addition at 1010 Grant Street. Staff recommends approval of the setback amendment with conditions and rescission of the prior approval (HPRB #20-019).

• HDRB #21-007: Amend COA to reduce front setback from 35' to 20' at 764 Grace Street, with rescission of HPRB #20-019
• HDRB #21-008: Certificate of Appropriateness for one-story addition to dwelling at 764 Grace Street
• Preliminary design review of rear and side addition at 1010 Grant Street
• Staff recommends approval with conditions, including removal of two original conditions (roof height and parapet wall height)
• Property is a contributing Folk Victorian structure (circa 1908) in the Heritage District Overlay

The Historic District Review Board held a work session and approved two applications for 764 Grace Street: an amended Certificate of Appropriateness (HDRB #21-007) to reduce the front yard setback from 35' to 20', and a Certificate of Appropriateness (HDRB #21-008) for a one-story addition. Both approvals were in accordance with staff recommendations. The board also discussed a preliminary design for an addition at 1010 Grant Street, providing guidance but taking no formal action.

• Approved amended COA HDRB #21-007 for 764 Grace St. setback reduction (7-0)
• Approved COA HDRB #21-008 for one-story addition at 764 Grace St. (7-0)
• Discussed preliminary design for 1010 Grant St. addition; no action taken

Town Council Work Session

The Town Council authorized the Town Manager to sign the VA WARN and NCR WARN mutual aid agreements, which allow utility-to-utility emergency response with no cost to participate. The Council also discussed awarding the Center Street Improvements Project contract to Fort Myer Construction Corporation for $863,000, but no formal vote was taken at this work session. The meeting was procedural and informational, with no final votes on contracts or ordinances.

• Authorized Town Manager to sign VA WARN and NCR WARN mutual aid agreements
• Discussed awarding Contract #B-21-02, Center Street Improvements Project, to Fort Myer Construction Corporation for $863,000 (no vote taken)
• Discussed $86,300 contingency for Center Street Improvements Project (no vote taken)
• Paused community outreach for Multicultural Board pending Council direction
• Councilmember Dhakal volunteered to draft an MVP proposal for Multicultural Board
• Agreed to discuss Multicultural Board at May 6 Strategic Planning Meeting if time allowed
• Received presentations from Herndon Police Department and Town Attorney's Office
• Adjourned meeting at 10:14 p.m. by unanimous roll call vote

Town Council

The Herndon Town Council is holding a public hearing to consider adopting the FY2022 budget, including a real estate tax levy of $0.2650 per $100 of assessed value, and to approve increases in water and sewer usage rates. The council will also vote on two special exception requests: one to extend the deadline for a telecommunications monopole at 525 Grove Street, and another to allow a private school/daycare at 400 Herndon Parkway. Additionally, they will consider releasing $1,473,625 in sequestered funds and approving an amended funding agreement for the Sugarland Run Stream Restoration Project.

• Ordinance 21-O-06: Increase sewer rate from $6.19 to $6.28 per 1,000 gallons and water rate from $3.16 to $3.21 per 1,000 gallons, effective July 1, 2021
• Ordinance 21-O-07: Levy real estate tax at $0.2650 per $100 valuation for FY2022
• Resolution 21-G-40: Amend special exception SE #19-02 to extend monopole construction deadline from 18 months to 5 years at 525 Grove Street
• Resolution 21-G-41: Special exception SE #21-01 for Peppertree Montessori & Preschool at 400 Herndon Parkway
• Ordinance 21-O-11: Release $1,473,625 in sequestered FY2020-2021 funds

The Herndon Town Council approved the FY 2022 budget, including a $55.7 million spending plan, a real estate tax levy of $0.2650 per $100, and a 1.5% increase in water and sewer usage charges effective July 1, 2021. The Council also approved a $20,000 increase for Friday Night Live, funded by a decrease in retiree health benefits, and released $1,473,625 in sequestered FY 2021 funds. Two special exceptions were approved: a telecommunications facility amendment at 525 Grove Street and a Montessori school/daycare at 400 Herndon Parkway.

• Approved Ordinance 21-O-06, increasing water and sewer usage charges by 1.5% (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-O-07, levying taxes for FY 2022, including real estate at $0.2650 per $100 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-G-37 Alternate B, increasing Friday Night Live funding by $20,000 (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-O-08, appropriating funds for the FY 2022 budget (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-G-40, amending special exception SE #19-02 for a telecommunications monopole at 525 Grove Street (5-1)
• Approved Resolution 21-G-41, granting special exception SE #21-01 for Peppertree Montessori & Preschool at 400 Herndon Parkway (6-0)
• Approved Ordinance 21-O-11, releasing $1,473,625 in sequestered FY 2021 funds (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-G-42, amended funding agreement for Sugarland Run (South) Stream Restoration Project (6-0)

Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission held a work session with no formal votes on substantive items. They discussed a draft letter to the Mayor and Town Council regarding accessory dwelling units (ADUs), with staff answering questions but no consensus reached. The meeting adjourned with a 7-0 vote.

• Adjourned work session (7-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Herndon Board of Zoning Appeals public hearing scheduled for April 22, 2021, has been cancelled because no applications were received. The board will not meet, and the public is notified accordingly.

• Meeting cancelled due to no applications
• Public hearing scheduled for April 22, 2021 cancelled

The Board of Zoning Appeals virtual public hearing scheduled for April 22, 2021 was not held because there were no agenda items. No decisions were made or discussed.

Historic District Review Board

The Historic District Review Board will hold a public hearing to decide on a Certificate of Appropriateness for two additions to the single-family home at 622 Madison Street. Staff recommends approval with conditions, including design changes to windows, siding, and roofing. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and hear comments.

• Certificate of Appropriateness HDRB #21-006 for two additions at 622 Madison Street
• Staff recommends approval with conditions: sliding windows, remove front door, match siding and roofing
• Applicant agreed to design changes; updated drawings required before building permit
• Demolition of rear pergola/pavilion and front fence to be reviewed separately
• Approval of draft minutes from February and March 2021 meetings

The Herndon Historic District Review Board approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for two additions to the single-family home at 622 Madison Street, with conditions requiring design changes such as sliding windows, removal of a front door, extended siding, and specific roofing materials. The board also approved minutes from previous meetings and noted the cancellation of March work session and public hearing minutes.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness HDRB #21-006 for two additions at 622 Madison Street (7-0)
• Approved February 3, 2021 Work Session minutes (5-0-1, Fetske abstained)
• Approved February 17, 2021 Public Hearing minutes (7-0)
• Noted March 3, 2021 Work Session minutes cancelled
• Noted March 17, 2021 Public Hearing minutes cancelled

Architectural Review Board Meeting

The Architectural Review Board approved two applications: a rooftop screening structure for mechanical equipment at 12900 Worldgate Drive and a wall sign for Suite 220 at 494 Elden Street. Both approvals were unanimous (5-0). The board also approved minutes from previous meetings and noted cancellations of several hearings.

• Approved ARB #21-004 rooftop screening structure at 12900 Worldgate Drive (5-0)
• Approved ARB #21-005 wall sign at 494 Elden Street, Suite 220 (5-0)
• Approved January 6, 2021 work session minutes (4-0-1, Fetske abstained)
• Approved January 20, 2021 public hearing minutes (4-0-1, Fetske abstained)
• Approved February 3, 2021 work session minutes (4-0-1, Fetske abstained)
• Noted cancellation of February 17, March 3, and March 17, 2021 meetings

Town Council Work Session

The Herndon Town Council is holding a work session to discuss and vote on several items, including the FY2022 budget, tax levies, and water and sewer rate increases. The council will also consider two special exception requests and a funding agreement for a stream restoration project. The meeting includes public hearings on the budget and utility rates.

• Ordinance 21-O-06: Increase sanitary sewer rate from $6.19 to $6.28 per 1,000 gallons and water rate from $3.16 to $3.21 per 1,000 gallons, effective July 1, 2021
• Ordinance 21-O-07: Levy real estate tax at $0.2650 per $100 valuation for FY2022
• Resolution 21-G-40: Amend special exception SE #19-02 for telecommunications monopole at 525 Grove Street, extending construction deadline from 18 months to 5 years
• Resolution 21-G-41: Consider special exception SE #21-01 for Peppertree Montessori & Preschool at 400 Herndon Parkway
• Resolution 21-G-42: Approve amended funding agreement for Sugarland Run (South) Stream Restoration Project

The Herndon Town Council held a work session to review upcoming public hearing items, including proposed water and sewer rate increases, the FY2022 budget, and two special exception requests. No formal votes were taken; items were scheduled for action at the next regular meeting. The Council also discussed releasing $1,473,625 from sequestration and received updates on pandemic response and a stream restoration funding amendment.

• No formal votes taken; all items scheduled for public hearing and action at next meeting
• Water and sewer rate increase ordinance (21-O-06) reviewed, no changes from prior presentation
• FY2022 budget ordinances and resolution reviewed, no changes from prior week
• Special exception amendment for Virginia Dominion Energy Substation (SE #19-02) reviewed, staff recommends approval
• Special exception for Peppertree Montessori & Preschool (SE #21-01) reviewed, staff recommends approval with conditions
• Resolution 21-G-42 to amend Sugarland Run stream restoration funding agreement placed on consent agenda for next meeting
• Ordinance 21-O-11 to release $1,473,625 from sequestration discussed, no action taken
• Multicultural Ad Hoc Advisory Committee discussed; Council directed staff to draft survey questions for community outreach

Town Council

The Herndon Town Council is holding a public hearing to consider the FY2022 budget, including tax levies and appropriations, and to vote on ordinances increasing water and sewer usage charges effective July 1, 2021. The council will also consider a new ordinance prohibiting firearms on town property, along with several consent agenda items such as a lease extension and a contract award.

• Ordinance 21-O-06: Increases sewer rate from $6.19 to $6.28 per 1,000 gallons and water rate from $3.16 to $3.21 per 1,000 gallons, effective July 1, 2021
• Ordinance 21-O-07: Levies real estate tax at $0.2650 per $100 valuation for FY2022
• Ordinance 21-O-10: Prohibits possession of firearms on town property, including buildings, parks, and permitted events
• Resolution 21-G-38: Ratifies third temporary emergency lease extension with Fairfax County School Board for 397 Herndon Parkway
• Resolution 21-G-39: Awards contract IFB #21-07 for legal advertisement services

The Town Council held public hearings on the FY 2022 budget and a proposed 1.5% water/sewer rate increase but took no final action, continuing all items to the April 27, 2021 meeting. The council also approved the consent agenda, including a lease extension with Fairfax County Schools and a legal advertising contract. No substantive decisions were made on the budget or rate increase.

• Continued water/sewer rate increase ordinance to April 27 (unanimous)
• Continued FY 2022 tax levy ordinance to April 27 (unanimous)
• Continued fiscal planning resolution to April 27 (unanimous)
• Continued appropriation ordinance to April 27 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including lease extension and legal ad contract (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from Feb 9, 16, and 23 meetings (unanimous)

Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission held a work session to discuss accessory dwelling units (ADUs), receiving a staff presentation on housing stock, regulations in other jurisdictions, and the affordable housing challenge. Commissioners provided feedback and identified areas of interest for the Town Council, but no formal decisions or votes were taken on the topic. The meeting adjourned with a 6-0 vote.

• Discussed accessory dwelling units, no action taken
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Historic District Review Board

The Historic District Review Board will hold a public hearing to consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for two additions to the single-family home at 622 Madison Street. The property is a non-contributing structure in the Historic District. Staff recommends approval of the additions, which would be visible from the street but largely obscured by fencing and vegetation.

• Application HDRB #21-006 for a Certificate of Appropriateness for two additions to the residence at 622 Madison Street
• Proposed additions include a 12.2' x 14.1' northwest corner addition and a 23.67' x 14.2' west side addition with an 8.1' x 10.25' hyphen
• Property is zoned R-10, Residential, Single Family, and consists of 19,117 total square feet
• Owners: William H. and Lisa K. Nolf; Applicant: Basem Abdelhaq, Agent
• Staff recommends approval of the additions

The Historic District Review Board held a work session on April 7, 2021, to discuss a Certificate of Appropriateness application (HDRB #21-006) for two additions to a single-family home at 622 Madison Street. No decisions were made; the board asked questions and the applicant agreed to revise the submission before the public hearing. The meeting was conducted electronically due to COVID-19 and adjourned with a 7-0 vote.

• Adjourned the work session by a 7-0 roll call vote.
• Discussed HDRB #21-006 for additions at 622 Madison Street; no action taken.
• Noted the resignation of Lauren Edmondson from the Architectural Review Board; she remains on the Historic District Review Board.
• Welcomed new board member Melody Fetske.

Architectural Review Board Work Session

The Architectural Review Board will hold a virtual work session to consider two applications. The first is a proposal to install a rooftop screening structure for new mechanical equipment at 12900 Worldgate Drive. The second is a proposal for a new tenant wall sign at 494 Elden Street, Suite 220. Staff recommends approval for the sign but is withholding a recommendation on the rooftop screen pending further discussion.

• Rooftop screening structure for new mechanical equipment at 12900 Worldgate Drive (ARB #21-004)
• New tenant wall sign for Suite 220 at 494 Elden Street (ARB #21-005)
• Staff withholds recommendation on rooftop screen due to design concerns
• Staff recommends approval of wall sign as submitted
• Public hearings for both applications

The Architectural Review Board held a work session on April 7, 2021, to discuss two applications: a rooftop screening structure for mechanical equipment at 12900 Worldgate Drive (ARB #21-004) and a wall sign for Suite 220 at 494 Elden Street (ARB #21-005). No formal decisions were made; the board asked the applicant for the rooftop screen to address design symmetry concerns, and staff recommended approval for the sign. The meeting adjourned at 8:53 p.m.

• Discussed ARB #21-004 for a rooftop screening structure at 12900 Worldgate Drive; no action taken, board requested applicant address design symmetry issues.
• Discussed ARB #21-005 for a wall sign at 494 Elden Street, Suite 220; staff recommended approval, but no vote was taken.
• Welcomed new Board Member Melody Fetske.
• Announced Board Member Lauren Edmondson's resignation from the ARB and HDRB, with her appointment to serve only on the HDRB.
• Adjourned the work session by a 5-0 vote.

Town Council Work Session

The Herndon Town Council is holding a work session to discuss and prepare for votes on the FY2022 budget, including a proposed real estate tax levy of $0.2650 per $100 of valuation, a 1.5% increase in water and sewer usage charges, and several related ordinances and resolutions. The agenda also includes a public hearing on a firearms ban on town property, a lease extension with Fairfax County School Board, and updates on a development project.

• Ordinance 21-O-06: Increase water and sewer usage charges by 1.5%, effective July 1, 2021 (sewer from $6.19 to $6.28 per 1,000 gallons; water from $3.16 to $3.21; peak water from $5.38 to $5.46)
• Ordinance 21-O-07: Levy real estate tax at $0.2650 per $100 valuation for FY2022
• Ordinance 21-O-08: Appropriate funds for FY2022 budget and adopt pay plan
• Ordinance 21-O-10: Prohibit possession of firearms on town property
• Resolution 21-G-38: Ratify third emergency lease extension with Fairfax County School Board for 397 Herndon Parkway until August 31, 2021

The Town Council held a work session to review the proposed FY 2022 budget (about $55.74 million, a 9% decrease) and a proposed 1.5% increase to water and sewer usage charges, effective July 2021. No final votes were taken; these items are scheduled for public hearings on April 13 and April 27. The Council also discussed a draft ordinance to ban firearms on town property, but deferred action pending cost estimates from staff. Several items were directed to be placed on the next meeting's consent agenda: ratifying a lease extension with Fairfax County Schools, updating procurement rules, and awarding a legal advertisement contract to the Fairfax County Times.

• Directed staff to place the third emergency lease extension with Fairfax County School Board on the next consent agenda.
• Directed staff to place the procurement ordinance update (Ordinance 21-O-09) on the next consent agenda.
• Directed staff to place the legal advertisement contract award to Fairfax County Times on the next consent agenda.
• Deferred action on the firearms ordinance (21-O-10) pending cost estimates from the Town Manager.
• Discussed the proposed 1.5% water and sewer rate increase (Ordinance 21-O-06) with no vote; public hearing scheduled.
• Discussed the FY 2022 budget (Ordinances 21-O-07, 21-O-08, Resolution 21-G-37) with no vote; public hearings scheduled.
• Received an informational update on the 555 Herndon Parkway Penzance development; no action taken.
• Received department orientations for the Golf Course and Town Clerk's Office; no action taken.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The March 25, 2021 Board of Zoning Appeals public hearing is cancelled because no applications were received. The board will not meet.

• Meeting cancelled due to no applications received

The Board of Zoning Appeals virtual public hearing scheduled for March 25, 2021 was not held due to lack of agenda items. No decisions were made.

• Cancelled the March 25, 2021 public hearing due to no agenda items

Town Council

The Herndon Town Council will hold public hearings on three items: a special exception for Security Public Storage to add moving trucks, a zoning ordinance amendment to reduce the minimum front setback in the CS district, and a special exception for Pollo Campero to add a drive-through. The Council will also consider consent items including contracts for financial audit services and mowing/landscape services, and a grant application. The meeting is held electronically due to the pandemic.

• Special Exception SE #20-05: Security Public Storage, 385 Spring Street, to add four moving trucks for rent (conditions include size limit, hours, parking)
• Ordinance 21-O-05: Amend zoning to reduce minimum front setback in CS district from 50' to 25'
• Special Exception SE #20-01: Pollo Campero, 1131 Elden Street, to permit drive-through service (conditions include one window, fencing, restricted loading/trash hours)
• Resolution 21-G-34: Award contract RFP #21-01 for Financial Audit Services
• Resolution 21-G-36: Award contract IFB #21-06 for Contract Mowing and Landscape Services

The Herndon Town Council approved three public hearing items: a special exception for Security Public Storage to add four rental moving trucks at 385 Spring Street, a zoning ordinance change reducing the minimum front setback in the CS district from 50 to 25 feet, and a special exception for Pollo Campero to add a drive-through at 1131 Elden Street. The council also approved a consent agenda awarding contracts for financial audit services, a grant application, and mowing/landscape services.

• Approved special exception SE #20-05 for Security Public Storage to add four rental moving trucks (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 21-O-05 reducing minimum front setback in CS district from 50 to 25 feet (6-1, Singh opposed)
• Approved special exception SE #20-01 for Pollo Campero drive-through at 1131 Elden Street (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda: financial audit contract to Brown, Edwards & Company (FY2021-2025, $78,000 base)
• Authorized Creative Communities Partnership Grant application for Arts Herndon ($4,500)
• Awarded mowing/landscape contract to Brightview Landscape Services ($123,145.38)

Planning Commission

The Herndon Planning Commission will hold a virtual public hearing to consider two special exception applications. The main item is a request by Peppertree Montessori to operate a private school/daycare at 400 Herndon Parkway, with staff recommending approval subject to conditions. The commission will also review an amendment to a special exception for a telecommunications facility at 525 Grove Street.

• Special exception SE #21-01 for Peppertree Montessori at 400 Herndon Parkway, allowing a private school/daycare in an O&LI zoned building
• Special exception amendment SE #19-02 for Virginia Dominion Energy Substation at 525 Grove Street, to amend conditions for a telecommunications monopole
• Staff recommends approval of SE #21-01 with conditions, including a maximum of 50 children on site and a fenced playground of at least 1,000 square feet
• Draft conditions require child pick-up/drop-off in 10 marked parking spaces and a zoning inspection permit before business license issuance

The Herndon Planning Commission held a virtual public hearing and recommended approval of two special exception applications. The first was an amendment to SE#19-02 for a telecommunications facility at 525 Grove Street, extending the time to obtain a final building inspection from 18 months to 3 years. The second was SE#21-01 for a private Montessori school/daycare at 400 Herndon Parkway, with conditions including a maximum of 50 children and a fenced playground. Both recommendations were approved unanimously (7-0).

• Approved amendment to SE#19-02 for 525 Grove Street telecommunications facility, extending building inspection deadline to 3 years (7-0)
• Approved SE#21-01 for Peppertree Montessori school/daycare at 400 Herndon Parkway, with conditions (7-0)
• Approved agenda (6-0-1, McFarlane abstained)
• Approved February 8, 2021 work session minutes (6-0-1, McFarlane abstained)
• Approved February 22, 2021 public hearing minutes (6-0-1, McFarlane abstained)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Historic District Review Board

The Historic District Review Board virtual public hearing scheduled for March 17, 2021 was not held. The meeting was cancelled because there were no items on the agenda.

• Cancelled the March 17, 2021 public hearing due to lack of agenda items.

Town Council Work Session

The Town Council is reviewing several land-use requests, including a proposal to allow moving truck rentals at a storage facility. Members will also discuss the FY 2022 Enterprise Funds budget and organizational orientation. The meeting includes public hearings on zoning amendments and special exceptions.

• Resolution 21-G-33: Special exception for 4 rental moving trucks at 385 Spring Street (Security Public Storage)
• Resolution 21-G-32: Special exception for drive-through service at 1131 Elden Street (Pollo Campero)
• Ordinance 21-O-05: Amendment to reduce minimum front setback requirements in the CS zoning district
• Resolution 21-G-34: Contract award for Financial Audit Services (RFP #21-01)
• Resolution 21-G-36: Contract award for Mowing and Landscape Services (IFB #21-06)

The Town Council held a work session with no formal votes, discussing special exception requests for Security Public Storage, Pollo Campero, and a zoning text amendment to reduce front setbacks. They also reviewed the FY 2022 Enterprise Funds budget and received department orientations from Public Works and Communications. Two items were moved to the consent agenda for next week's meeting.

• Moved Resolution 21-G-34 (Financial Audit Services contract) to the consent agenda for next week's meeting.
• Moved Resolution 21-G-35 (Creative Communities Partnership Grant application) to the consent agenda for next week's meeting.
• Discussed special exception SE #20-05 for Security Public Storage at 385 Spring Street to add moving trucks for rent.
• Discussed Ordinance 21-O-05 to reduce the minimum front setback in the CS zoning district from 50 to 25 feet.
• Discussed special exception SE #20-01 for Pollo Campero at 1131 Elden Street to permit drive-through service.
• Received an informational presentation on the special exception process and staff report format changes.
• Discussed the FY 2022 Enterprise Funds budget, including water and sewer rate increases.
• Received organizational orientation presentations from the Department of Public Works and Communications & Economic Development.

Town Council

The Town Council is holding a public hearing to gather comments for the development of the Fiscal Year 2022 proposed budget. The body is also considering the appointment of three members to town boards.

• Public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2022 proposed budget
• Resolution 21-G-29: Appoint Dua’a Elbarasse to the Board of Zoning Appeals
• Resolution 21-G-30: Appoint Lauren Edmondson to the Historic District Review Board
• Resolution 21-G-31: Appoint Melody Fetske to the Architectural Review/Historic District Review Boards

The Herndon Town Council held a virtual public hearing and approved three appointments to town boards: Dua'a Elbarasse to the Board of Zoning Appeals, Lauren Edmondson to the Historic District Review Board, and Melody Fetske to the Architectural Review/Historic District Review Boards. The council also heard public comments on the FY2022 budget, with the Town Manager noting that BPOL receipts exceeded budget and that the proposed budget would be released April 1, 2021.

• Approved appointment of Dua'a Elbarasse to the Board of Zoning Appeals for an unexpired term ending December 31, 2023.
• Approved appointment of Lauren Edmondson as Historic Preservationist to the Historic District Review Board for an unexpired term ending February 28, 2022.
• Approved appointment of Melody Fetske as town resident member to the Architectural Review/Historic District Review Boards for an unexpired term ending June 30, 2023.
• Approved the minutes of the January 26, 2021 public hearing.
• Amended the agenda to move Resolutions 21-G-29, 21-G-30, and 21-G-31 to the Consent agenda.

Planning Commission Work Session

The Herndon Planning Commission held a work session on March 8, 2021, to review two special exception applications. They discussed a proposed amendment to Special Exception SE#19-02 for a telecommunications facility at 525 Grove Street, which would extend the deadline for final building inspection from 18 months to 3 years. They also discussed a new special exception application (SE#21-01) from Peppertree Montessori to operate a private school/daycare at 400 Herndon Parkway, for which staff withheld a recommendation pending clarifications. No votes were taken on these items; the only formal action was adjourning the meeting.

• Discussed proposed amendment to Special Exception SE#19-02 to extend the construction deadline for the telecommunications facility at 525 Grove Street.
• Discussed new Special Exception application SE#21-01 for a Peppertree Montessori school/daycare at 400 Herndon Parkway.
• Heard a presentation on Accessory Dwelling Units and discussed current regulations and legislation.
• Adjourned the work session by a 7-0 roll call vote.

Historic District Review Board

The Historic District Review Board's virtual work session scheduled for March 3, 2021, was not held because there were no items on the agenda. No decisions, approvals, or discussions occurred.

• Cancelled the March 3, 2021 work session due to lack of agenda items

Town Council Work Session

The Town Council will hold a work session to discuss the Fiscal Year 2022 Budget. The meeting also includes an organizational orientation discussion led by the Town Manager and the Finance and IT Directors.

• FY 2022 Budget discussion
• Organizational Orientation Discussion

The March 2, 2021 work session was procedural only, with no substantive decisions, approvals, or discussions of agenda items. Councilmembers thanked staff for broadcasting meetings and providing COVID updates, and mentioned housing and Metro outreach efforts. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote at 10:20 p.m.

• Adjourned the March 2, 2021 work session by unanimous roll call vote at 10:20 p.m.

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals denied a variance request for an existing accessory structure at 500 Fairfax Lane to remain in a required side yard setback. The applicant sought to reduce the required 10-foot side yard setback to 4 feet and the distance between the accessory and principal structures from 10 feet to 1 foot. A motion to approve the variance with staff conditions failed on a 2-2 vote, resulting in denial. The board also approved the January 28, 2021 meeting minutes by a 4-0 vote.

• Denied variance BZA #21-01 for 500 Fairfax Lane to allow an accessory structure to remain in a required side yard setback; motion to approve failed 2-2.
• Approved the January 28, 2021 public hearing minutes by a 4-0 vote.
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:02 p.m. by a 4-0 vote.

Town Council

The Herndon Town Council approved a special exception allowing Christ Fellowship Church to operate a religious institution at 459 Herndon Parkway, Suites 7 & 8, with a 44-person occupancy limit. The council also approved a new lease with the Herndon Historical Society for the Depot at 717 Lynn Street, and a resolution to solicit public comment for the FY 2022 budget. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution 21-G-26, special exception SE #20-04 for Christ Fellowship Church, with 44-person occupancy limit (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-G-27 to solicit public comment for FY 2022 budget (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 21-O-04, lease with Herndon Historical Society for Depot at 717 Lynn Street, $1/year, month-to-month through Feb 29, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-G-28, appointing Mike McFarlane to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Jan 12, 2021 public hearing and Jan 19, 2021 work session (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Commission will consider recommendations for the FY 2022–2027 Capital Improvement Program and several zoning items. Discussions include a proposed reduction in commercial front setbacks and special exceptions for local businesses.

• FY 2022 – FY 2027 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) recommendation
• Zoning amendment to reduce CS district front setbacks from 50 feet to 25 feet
• Special Exception for Pollo Campero at 1131 Elden Street
• Special Exception for Security Public Storage at 385 Spring Street

The Herndon Planning Commission held a virtual public hearing and recommended approval of the FY 2022–FY 2027 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) to the Town Manager, identifying four priority projects and several funding recommendations. The Commission also approved a zoning text amendment reducing the minimum front setback in the CS district from 50 to 25 feet, and recommended approval of two special exceptions: a drive-through for Pollo Campero at 1131 Elden Street and six moving trucks for rent at Security Public Storage, 385 Spring Street. All votes were unanimous (5-0 or 6-0).

• Approved FY 2022–FY 2027 CIP recommendation to Town Manager (5-0)
• Approved ZOTA #21-01 reducing CS front setback from 50' to 25' (5-0)
• Approved SE #20-01 for Pollo Campero drive-through at 1131 Elden St (6-0)
• Approved SE #20-05 for six moving trucks at 385 Spring St, with added signage condition (6-0)
• Approved January 11, 2021 work session minutes (5-0)
• Approved January 25, 2021 public hearing minutes (5-0)

Historic District Review Board

The Board will review applications for new residential construction and additions within the historic district. The meeting also includes a proposal to update board by-laws to reflect a name change.

• Resolution to amend by-laws renaming the Heritage Preservation Review Board to the Historic District Review Board
• Certificate of Appropriateness for a second floor addition and exterior alterations at 763 Dranesville Road
• Certificate of Appropriateness for a new residential structure and attached accessory structure at 647 Jefferson Street
• Certificate of Appropriateness for a new residential structure and attached accessory structure at 649 Jefferson Street

The Herndon Historic District Review Board approved revisions to its by-laws to reflect the board's name change from Heritage Preservation Review Board to Historic District Review Board, following a Town Council zoning text amendment. The board also approved three Certificates of Appropriateness: a second-floor addition at 763 Dranesville Road, and new construction at 647 and 649 Jefferson Street, with the latter subject to conditions. Board Member McFarlane announced his resignation to join the Planning Commission.

• Approved amended HDRB by-laws reflecting name change (7-0)
• Approved COA HDRB #21-005 for second-floor addition at 763 Dranesville Road (7-0)
• Approved COA HDRB #21-001 for new construction at 647 Jefferson Street (6-0-1, McFarlane recused)
• Approved COA HDRB #21-002 for new construction at 649 Jefferson Street with conditions (6-0-1, McFarlane recused)
• Approved January 6, 2021 work session minutes (6-0-1, Edmondson abstained)
• Approved January 20, 2021 public hearing minutes (7-0)

Town Council Work Session

The Town Council is reviewing a request to allow Christ Fellowship Church to operate in an office building. The body is also soliciting public input for the fiscal year 2022 proposed budget.

• Special exception SE #20-04 for a religious institution (capacity 300 or fewer) at 459 Herndon Parkway, suites 7 & 8
• Public comment solicitation for the fiscal year 2022 proposed budget
• Ordinance 21-O-04 to authorize a lease agreement with The Herndon Historical Society for space at 717 Lynn Street (the Depot)
• Closed meeting to discuss board and commission appointments
• Closed meeting regarding real property acquisition in the PD-TOC

The Town Council held a work session and approved a special exception (SE #20-04) for Christ Fellowship Church to operate a religious institution with a capacity of 44 persons at 459 Herndon Parkway, suites 7 & 8. The Council also discussed the FY 2022 budget process, received a financial update from Davenport & Company, and approved a new lease agreement with The Herndon Historical Society for the Depot. The meeting concluded with a closed session regarding real property acquisition and board appointments.

• Approved special exception SE #20-04 for Christ Fellowship Church at 459 Herndon Parkway (capacity 44)
• Approved Ordinance 21-0-04: new lease with The Herndon Historical Society for the Depot at 717 Lynn Street (month-to-month, $1/year, through Feb 2024)
• Held closed meeting (unanimous) for real property acquisition and board appointments
• Certified closed meeting compliance (7-0)

Town Council

The Town Council is meeting to continue a presentation regarding strategic initiatives submitted by council members. This discussion was started at the February 2, 2021 meeting.

• Presentation of strategic initiatives submitted by council members

The Herndon Town Council held a strategic initiatives discussion, covering topics such as updating the 2035 Vision, transportation, multicultural outreach, council terms, street parking, and fiscal priorities. No formal decisions or votes were taken during the meeting; it was a discussion session. The meeting adjourned at 9:51 p.m.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the strategic initiatives discussion
• Meeting adjourned unanimously (7-0)

Planning Commission Work Session

The Herndon Planning Commission held a work session to review the FY 2022-2027 Capital Improvement Program (CIP), a zoning text amendment to reduce front setbacks in the CS district, and two special exception applications (Pollo Campero drive-through and Security Public Storage moving trucks). No final decisions were made; the items are scheduled for a public hearing on February 22, 2021. The meeting adjourned with a 6-0 vote.

• Reviewed FY22-27 CIP with 49 projects; no action taken
• Discussed ZOTA #21-01 to reduce CS front setback from 50 to 25 feet; no vote
• Heard SE #20-01 for Pollo Campero drive-through at 1131 Elden St; staff recommends approval
• Heard SE #20-05 for Security Public Storage moving trucks at 385 Spring St; staff recommends approval
• Adjourned work session (6-0)

Historic District Review Board

The Historic District Review Board is considering three applications for Certificates of Appropriateness for residential projects. The board will also discuss the format and content of board resolutions and motions used during the application process.

• Proposed second floor addition and accessory dwelling unit at 763 Dranesville Road
• Proposed new residential structure and attached accessory structure at 647 Jefferson Street
• Proposed new residential structure and attached accessory structure at 649 Jefferson Street
• Staff discussion on the content and effect of Board resolutions and motions

The Historic District Review Board held a work session on February 3, 2021, to review three Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) applications. No final decisions were made; the board discussed the applications and staff provided updates. The meeting was adjourned with a 7-0 vote.

• Adjourned work session (7-0)
• Discussed COA application for addition at 763 Dranesville Road (HDRB #21-005), no vote
• Discussed COA application for new construction at 647 Jefferson Street (HDRB #21-001), continued to Feb 17
• Discussed COA application for new construction at 649 Jefferson Street (HDRB #21-002), continued to Feb 17
• Discussed board resolutions and motions, no formal action

Architectural Review Board Work Session

The Architectural Review Board is discussing the conceptual architectural design for a new Pollo Campero restaurant. This includes a review of building materials, facade articulation, and how the project aligns with the South Elden Street Area Plan.

• Preliminary design review for Pollo Campero at 1131 Elden Street
• Discussion of Special Exception SE #20-01 regarding a proposed drive-thru
• Overview of the South Elden Street Area Plan (adopted 2019)

The Architectural Review Board held a work session to review the conceptual design of a proposed 2,900 sq ft restaurant with drive-thru at 1131 Elden Street (Pollo Campero). Staff presented design concerns, and board members discussed the proposal but took no formal action. The meeting was procedural, with no decisions made.

• Adjourned work session (5-0)

Town Council

The Herndon Town Council will meet electronically to hear a presentation from the Town Manager regarding strategic initiatives submitted by Council members.

• Strategic Initiatives discussion

The Herndon Town Council held a strategic initiatives discussion, reviewing topics submitted by members across five categories: fiscal, transparency, inclusion, reform, and long-term. No formal decisions or votes were taken during the meeting; the discussion was to identify priorities for staff to analyze and bring back actionable items. The meeting adjourned unanimously at 10:05 p.m.

• Adjourned meeting at 10:05 p.m. (unanimous roll call vote)
• Discussed transparency topics including recording closed meetings, FOIA improvements, and meeting transcripts (no vote)
• Discussed creating a Multicultural Board modeled after Leesburg (no vote)
• Discussed HDRB reform, housing affordability, and investing in neighborhoods (no vote)
• Discussed police reporting demographics, staff presentations, and traffic light timing (no vote)
• Discussed voting districts and Council setting its own agenda (no vote)

Town Council

The Town Council will hold public hearings on a special exception for an accessory dwelling unit and several property and lease amendments. The body is also providing guidance for the FY 2022 Budget development.

• Special Exception SE #20-03 for an accessory dwelling unit at 763 Dranesville Road
• Right of way dedication at Herndon Parkway and Van Buren Street (Haley M. Smith Park)
• Fifth Lease Amendment with T-Mobile Northeast LLC for 3rd Street Water Tower
• Third Lease Amendment with AT&T Mobility Corporation for Alabama Drive Water Tower
• Zoning ordinance text amendment ZOTA #21-01 to reduce minimum front setbacks in CS districts

The Town Council approved Special Exception SE #20-03 to permit an accessory dwelling unit at 763 Dranesville Road, with a condition requiring recordation of the conditions in land records. The motion carried 5-2 after a substitute motion for Option B failed 3-4. Council also approved a right-of-way dedication for the Herndon Parkway and Van Buren Street intersection project and a T-Mobile lease amendment for the 3rd Street Water Tower.

• Approved Special Exception SE #20-03 for accessory dwelling unit at 763 Dranesville Road, with recordation required (5-2)
• Substitute motion to approve Option B (with recordation and running with land) failed (3-4)
• Approved Ordinance 21-O-01 dedicating 1,469 sq ft of right-of-way at Haley M. Smith Park for street purposes (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 21-O-02 authorizing Fifth Lease Amendment with T-Mobile, increasing monthly rent to $5,505.13 (5-2)
• Approved minutes of January 5, 2021 work session (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a public hearing regarding a special exception request for a religious institution. The body will also elect its 2021 officers and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Special exception request (SE #20-04) for Christ Fellowship Church at 459 Herndon Parkway, suites 7 & 8
• Proposal for a religious institution with a capacity of 300 or fewer persons
• 2021 Election of Officers

The Herndon Planning Commission held a virtual public hearing and approved Special Exception SE #20-04, allowing a religious institution with a capacity of 300 or fewer persons at 459 Herndon Parkway, Suites 7 & 8, with conditions limiting occupancy to 44 attendees. The commission also elected Michael Romeo as Chair and George Burke as Vice Chair for 2021, and approved the minutes from previous meetings.

• Approved Special Exception SE #20-04 for Christ Fellowship Church at 459 Herndon Parkway, Suites 7 & 8 (6-0)
• Elected Michael Romeo as Chair of the Planning Commission for 2021 (6-0)
• Elected George Burke as Vice Chair of the Planning Commission for 2021 (6-0)
• Approved December 7, 2020 work session minutes (6-0)
• Approved December 14, 2020 public hearing minutes (7-0)

Historic District Review Board

The Board will review applications for Certificates of Appropriateness for new residential and accessory structures. The meeting also includes a proposal to update board by-laws to reflect a name change from the Heritage Preservation Review Board to the Historic District Review Board.

• New accessory structure application at 757 Grace Street
• New residential and accessory structure application at 647 Jefferson Street
• New residential and accessory structure application at 649 Jefferson Street
• Proposed by-law revisions to rename the board to the Historic District Review Board
• 2021 Election of Officers

Architectural Review Board Meeting

The Architectural Review Board is reviewing a master sign plan for a commercial complex and three individual wall or window sign requests. The board will also conduct its 2021 election of officers.

• Master sign plan for multi-tenant buildings at 1025 Herndon Parkway (ARB #20-027)
• Wall or window sign for 171 Elden Street, Unit 3B (ARB #21-001)
• Wall or window sign for 450 Springpark Place (ARB #21-002)
• Wall or window sign for 505 Huntmar Park Drive (ARB #21-003)
• 2021 Election of Officers

The Architectural Review Board approved a new master sign plan for the multi-tenant commercial building at 1025 Herndon Parkway, with conditions on color and lighting. The board also approved three individual wall sign applications at 171 Elden Street, 450 Springpark Place, and 505 Huntmar Park Drive. Officers for 2021 were elected, and minutes from previous meetings were approved.

• Approved master sign plan ARB #20-027 for 1025 Herndon Parkway (5-0)
• Approved wall sign ARB #21-001 for 171 Elden Street (5-0)
• Approved wall sign ARB #21-002 for 450 Springpark Place (5-0)
• Approved wall sign ARB #21-003 for 505 Huntmar Park Drive (5-0)
• Elected Robert B. Walker as Chairman for 2021 (4-0-1)
• Elected Leslie Blaker-Glass as Vice Chair for 2021 (4-0-1)
• Approved December 2, 2020 Work Session minutes (5-0)
• Approved December 16, 2020 Public Hearing minutes (5-0)

Town Council Work Session

The Town Council is holding a work session to provide FY 2022 budget guidance to the Town Manager and discuss several zoning and lease amendments. The body will also consider the establishment of a Herndon Multicultural Board.

• Special Exception SE #20-03 for a 530 sq ft accessory dwelling unit at 763 Dranesville Road
• Lease amendments with T-Mobile Northeast LLC (3rd Street Water Tower) and AT&T Mobility Corporation (Alabama Drive Water Tower)
• Right of way dedication for Haley M. Smith Park at 320 and 324 Van Buren Street
• Zoning ordinance text amendment ZOTA #21-01 to reduce minimum front setbacks in the CS zoning district
• Temporary License Agreement for outdoor dining at Mile 20 at Mediterranean Breeze

This was a work session, so no final votes were taken on the items discussed. Council reviewed a special exception for an accessory dwelling unit at 763 Dranesville Road, lease amendments with T-Mobile and AT&T for water tower equipment, and a budget guidance resolution for FY 2022. The meeting concluded with a closed session on board appointments and adjournment.

• Discussed Special Exception SE#20-03 for ADU at 763 Dranesville Road; no vote, staff to present alternative at public hearing
• Reviewed Ordinance 21-O-02 for T-Mobile lease amendment at 3rd Street Water Tower; rent to increase by $1,200 to $5,505.13/month; no vote
• Reviewed Ordinance 21-O-03 for AT&T lease amendment at Alabama Drive Water Tower; rent unchanged at $3,857.10/month; no vote
• Discussed Resolution 21-G-20 for FY 2022 Budget guidance; no vote
• Discussed Resolution 21-G-21 to extend Special Exception SE#19-02 for telecom monopole; no vote
• Discussed Resolution 21-G-22 to initiate ZOTA #21-01 to reduce CS district front setback; no vote
• Went into closed meeting at 10:08 p.m. to discuss board/commission appointments (6-0)
• Adjourned at 11:15 p.m. (6-0)

Town Council

The Herndon Town Council ratified several agreements signed by the Town Manager under the COVID-19 continuity ordinance, including sublicenses for arts groups at 750 Center Street, a lease extension for Fairfax County Schools, and temporary outdoor dining licenses for two restaurants. The council also approved a consent agenda of appointments and deferred one outdoor dining license for further review.

• Ratified sublicense with The Elden Street Players for 750 Center Street (unanimous)
• Ratified sublicense with Arts Herndon, Inc. for 750 Center Street (unanimous)
• Ratified second temporary lease extension with Fairfax County School Board to March 31, 2021 (unanimous)
• Ratified temporary outdoor dining license for Green Lizard Cycling at 718 Lynn Street (unanimous)
• Deferred temporary outdoor dining license for Teryanna, LLC dba Mile 20 to January 26, 2021 (unanimous)
• Ratified temporary outdoor dining license for Zeffirelli Ristorante Italiano at 728 Pine Street (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda reinstating Interview Subcommittee and making board appointments (unanimous)

Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission held a work session to review a special exception application (SE #20-04) for a religious institution at 459 Herndon Parkway, suites 7 & 8. Staff recommended approval with conditions, including limiting occupancy to 44 attendees. No formal vote was taken; the item was continued to a future public hearing. The meeting was procedural, with no final decisions made.

• Reviewed SE #20-04 for religious institution at 459 Herndon Parkway (no vote)
• Staff recommended approval with conditions, including 44-person occupancy limit
• Continued item from December 14, 2020 public hearing
• Noted applicant met with condo association on December 22, 2020
• Scheduled officer elections for January 25, 2021 public hearing

Historic District Review Board

The Historic District Review Board is considering three applications for new residential structures and accessory buildings. Staff has withheld a recommendation for the 647 Jefferson Street project due to discrepancies in the application materials.

• New residential structure and accessory structure at 647 Jefferson Street
• New residential structure and accessory structure at 649 Jefferson Street
• New accessory structure at 757 Grace Street

The Historic District Review Board held a work session on January 6, 2021, to discuss three Certificate of Appropriateness applications. No formal decisions were made; the board reviewed staff reports and provided feedback on design issues. Staff recommended continuances for two applications (HDRB #21-001 and #21-002) to the February 17, 2021 public hearing, and conditional approval for a third (HDRB #21-004) pending a Building Location Survey. The meeting was procedural, with no votes taken.

• No formal votes taken; work session only
• HDRB #21-001 (new construction at 647 Jefferson St) discussed; staff recommended continuance to Feb 17, 2021
• HDRB #21-002 (new construction at 649 Jefferson St) discussed; staff recommended continuance to Feb 17, 2021
• HDRB #21-004 (accessory structure at 757 Grace St) discussed; staff recommended approval if Building Location Survey approved, else continuance
• Board member McFarlane recused from HDRB #21-001 and #21-002 due to conflict of interest

Town Council Work Session

The Town Council is meeting to elect a Vice Mayor and adopt parliamentary rules. The body will also consider ratifying several sublicense and lease agreements for arts spaces and outdoor dining, and discuss budget guidance.

• Election of Cesar del Aguila as Vice Mayor
• Sublicense agreement with The Elden Street Players for space at 750 Center Street for $1.00 rent
• Sublicense agreement with Arts Space, Inc. for space at 750 Center Street
• Temporary License Agreements for outdoor dining with Green Lizard Cycling, Teryanna, LLC (Mile 20 at Mediterranean Breeze), and Zeffirelli Ristorante Italiano
• Second Temporary Emergency Extension of Lease with Fairfax County School Board