Alexandria, VA

Planning Commission Public Hearing

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

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

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

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

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

Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing

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

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

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

City Council Legislative Meeting

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

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

City Council Legislative Meeting

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

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

City Council Public Hearing

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

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

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

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

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

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

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

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

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

Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing

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

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

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

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

City Council Legislative Meeting

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

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

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

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

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

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

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

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

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

Planning Commission Public Hearing

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

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

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

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

City Council Legislative Meeting

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

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

Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing

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

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

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

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

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

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

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

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

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

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

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

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

City Council Public Hearing

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

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

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

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

City Council Legislative Meeting

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

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

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

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

Planning Commission Public Hearing

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

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

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

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

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

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

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

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

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

City Council Public Hearing

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

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

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

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

City Council Legislative Meeting

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

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

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

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

Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing

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

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

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

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

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

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

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

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

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

Planning Commission Public Hearing

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

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

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

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

City Council Legislative Meeting

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

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

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

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

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will hold a public hearing on multiple applications for alterations, additions, demolitions, and new construction in historic districts. Key items include a request for new construction at 806 N Columbus Street and City of Alexandria projects at 1609 Cameron Street involving complete demolition and addition. The board will also consider reapproval of expired plans at 333 Green Street and signage at 506 King Street.

• New construction at 806 N Columbus Street (Parker Gray)
• Complete demolition and encapsulation at 1609 Cameron Street by City of Alexandria
• Reapproval of expired alteration plans at 333 Green Street
• Signage request at 506 King Street
• Addition and alterations at 428 N Union Street

The Board of Architectural Review approved multiple alteration and signage requests, including new construction at 806 N Columbus Street as amended (4-2). Two projects at 601 Wythe Street and 428 N Union Street were deferred. Several other alteration and demolition requests were approved unanimously or with split votes.

• Approved minutes of May 6, 2026 (6-0)
• Approved signage at 506 King St (6-0)
• Approved alterations at 320 N Alfred St (6-0)
• Approved alterations at 719 Prince St (6-0)
• Deferred alterations at 601 Wythe St (6-0)
• Approved new construction at 806 N Columbus St as amended (4-2)
• Approved reapproval of expired plans at 333 Green St (4-2)
• Deferred demolition and addition at 428 N Union St (6-0)

City Council Public Hearing

The Alexandria City Council will hold a public hearing on appeals of the Traffic and Parking Board's decision on roadway design changes for the Braddock Road Corridor Improvements Project. Other action items include development special use permits for a pool replacement at 1609 Cameron Street and a multi-unit building at 5050 Mark Center Drive. Council will also vote on a zoning ordinance update for commercial uses and lease agreements with local organizations.

• Appeals of Traffic and Parking Board decision on Braddock Road corridor design changes
• Development special use permit for Old Town Pool replacement at 1609 Cameron Street
• Extension of development special use permit for multi-unit building at 5050 Mark Center Drive
• Second reading of zoning ordinance update for commercial uses (outdoor fitness, live entertainment, etc.)
• Lease agreement with Casa Chirilagua for community building at 4109 Mount Vernon Avenue

City Council upheld the Traffic and Parking Board's decision on the Braddock Road Corridor Improvements project, approving modifications for segments three: completing sidewalks near Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, adding high-visibility crosswalks at key intersections, preserving north-side parking between Hancock and West Luray, and adding two ADA spots. The roll-call consent items were also approved, including zoning text amendments, a pool replacement permit, and lease renewals. Item 8 (sidewalk encroachment ordinance) was deferred to June.

• Upheld Braddock Road plan with modifications (4-3)
• Approved Old Town Pool replacement SUP (consent)
• Approved Mark Center multi-unit building extension (consent)
• Adopted commercial uses zoning text amendment (consent)
• Approved Casa Chirilagua lease at 4109 Mt Vernon Ave (consent)
• Renewed Alexandria Boxing Club license 3 years (consent)
• Renewed Child & Family Network Centers lease 3 years (consent)
• Deferred sidewalk encroachment ordinance to June

City Council Legislative Meeting

The Alexandria City Council will swear in a new member, then vote on a first-reading ordinance to allow outdoor health clubs and live entertainment in commercial zones. They will also review and refer proposals for the lease and operation of the Torpedo Factory Arts Center at 105 Union Street. The agenda includes several lease renewals and a resolution on federal funding priorities.

• Swearing-in of new Council Member Sandy Marks
• First reading of ordinance to allow outdoor fitness studios and live entertainment in various zones (Text Amendment 2026-00001)
• Receipt and referral of proposals to lease/operate Torpedo Factory Arts Center at 105 Union Street
• Lease agreement with Casa Chirilagua for community building at 4109 Mount Vernon Avenue
• Resolution identifying City priorities for federal funding opportunities (FY27 earmarks)

City Council held an installation ceremony for Councilwoman Sandy Marks and approved a consent calendar including several board appointments and financial reports. The Council also advanced ordinances regarding sidewalk obstructions and zoning for entertainment and fitness uses to future public hearings.

• Held installation ceremony for Councilwoman Sandy Marks
• Appointed 8 members to various City boards, commissions, and committees
• Approved monthly financial report for period ending March 31, 2026
• Endorsed resolution for Federal Funding Opportunities priorities (RES. NO. 3382)
• Scheduled public hearings for May 16, 2026, for Casa Chirilagua, Alexandria Boxing Club, and Child and Family Network Centers leases
• Approved first reading of zoning ordinance for entertainment and fitness uses
• Referred Torpedo Factory Arts Center lease proposals to City Manager for evaluation
• Reappointed Melissa Sathe to the Alexandria Housing Affordability Advisory Committee

Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on two zoning applications. The board will consider a variance for an after-the-fact accessory structure at 1030 Cross Drive and a special exception for an addition at 2411 Ridge Road Drive. Legal training for board members and approval of previous minutes are also on the agenda.

• Variance for after-the-fact accessory structure at 1030 Cross Drive (applicants: Jonathan and Tracy Mapley-Brittle)
• Special exception for addition in side yard at 2411 Ridge Road Drive (applicant: Ian Everett)
• Consideration of minutes from April 13, 2026 public hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals denied a variance for an after-the-fact accessory structure at 1030 Cross Drive by a vote of 5-2. A special exception for a side yard addition at 2411 Ridge Road Drive was approved 7-0. The board also approved the minutes from the April 13, 2026 hearing 7-0.

• Denied BZA2026-00002 variance for accessory structure at 1030 Cross Drive (5-2)
• Approved BZA2026-00005 special exception for side yard addition at 2411 Ridge Road Drive (7-0)
• Approved minutes from April 13, 2026 hearing (7-0)

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review is holding a public hearing on several alteration and demolition requests in historic districts. They will consider approvals for partial demolition and encapsulation at 732 North Washington Street, and alterations and additions at both 732 North Washington Street and 229 South Pitt Street. Also on the agenda are routine administrative approvals for window, roof, and fence replacements.

• BAR2026-00071: Partial demolition and encapsulation at 732 North Washington Street
• BAR2026-00055: Alterations and addition at 732 North Washington Street
• BAR2026-00088: Alterations and addition at 229 South Pitt Street
• BAR2026-00092: Partial demolition and encapsulation at 229 South Pitt Street
• BAR2026-00100: Alterations at 714 Wolfe Street (Consent Calendar)

The Board of Architectural Review approved three project applications. The consent calendar item for alterations at 714 Wolfe Street (BAR2026-00100) passed 5-1. Projects at 732 North Washington Street (partial demolition, encapsulation, alterations) and 229 South Pitt Street (alterations, addition, partial demolition) were both approved 6-0. Minutes from April 22, 2026 were also approved 6-0.

• Approved April 22, 2026 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved BAR2026-00100 for alterations at 714 Wolfe Street (5-1)
• Approved BAR2026-00071 and BAR2026-00055 for partial demolition/encapsulation and alterations at 732 North Washington Street (6-0, as amended)
• Approved BAR2026-00088 and BAR2026-00092 for partial demolition and alterations at 229 South Pitt Street (6-0)

Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission will hold a work session to discuss the draft Duke Street Land Use Plan. No formal actions or public testimony will be taken. A recording will be available online the following day.

• Discussion of draft Duke Street Land Use Plan

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a zoning text amendment to define and allow beekeeping as an accessory use citywide. Other major items include a development special use permit extension for a multi-unit building at 5050 Mark Center Drive, a subdivision at 411 Clifford Avenue, a special use permit for a home on a substandard lot at 404 E Alexandria Avenue, and a permit to replace the Old Town Pool at 1609 Cameron Street. A work session at 6 p.m. will discuss the draft Duke St. Land Use Plan.

• Zoning text amendment to allow beekeeping as an accessory use
• Extension of DSUP for multi-unit building at 5050 Mark Center Drive
• Subdivision of lot into two at 411 Clifford Avenue (R-2-5)
• SUP for single-unit dwelling on substandard lot at 404 E Alexandria Avenue
• DSUP to demolish and replace Old Town Pool at 1609 Cameron Street

The Planning Commission approved a Development Special Use Permit for the demolition and reconstruction of the Old Town Pool facility (7-0). They deferred a zoning text amendment to allow beekeeping due to staff request, and also deferred a special use permit for a single-unit dwelling on a substandard lot because of a noticing issue. A subdivision at 411 Clifford Avenue was approved (7-0), and a development permit for a multi-unit building at 5050 Mark Center Drive was recommended for approval on the consent calendar.

• Approved DSUP #2026-10003 for Old Town Pool replacement (7-0)
• Deferred SUP #2026-00013 for 404 E Alexandria Ave due to noticing issue (6-1)
• Deferred ZTA #2026-00002 on beekeeping regulations (7-0)
• Approved Subdivision #2026-00001 at 411 Clifford Ave (7-0)
• Recommended approval of DSUP #2026-10005 at 5050 Mark Center Drive on consent calendar (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 7, 2026 Public Hearing (7-0)

City Council Legislative Meeting

This special legislative meeting is devoted to adopting the FY 2027 annual operating budget and capital improvement program. The council will also vote on ordinances setting real and personal property tax rates, increasing parking meter rates, raising parking citation fines, and adjusting stormwater utility fees. Several fee schedules for departments like historic Alexandria, planning & zoning, and recreation are up for adoption.

• Adoption of FY 2027 operating budget and CIP (item 12)
• Ordinance setting 2026 real and personal property tax rates (item 3)
• Resolution increasing parking meter and pay-by-phone rates (item 11)
• Second reading to increase parking citation penalties (item 4)
• Ordinance increasing stormwater utility fee (item 5)

City Council adopted the FY2027 operating budget of $979,063,681 and a 10-year capital improvement plan totaling $2.02 billion. The blended real property tax rate was held at $1.135 per $100 of assessed value, with portions dedicated to transportation and affordable housing. Several fee increases were approved, including parking meters, stormwater utility, and business license taxes. An ordinance to add Sunday parking meter operations was disapproved.

• Adopted FY2027 General Fund operating budget of $979,063,681 & CIP of $2,020,217,368
• Set calendar year 2026 blended real property tax rate at $1.135/$100 (no change)
• Disapproved ordinance to add Sunday parking meter operations
• Increased parking citation penalty to $55
• Increased Stormwater Utility Fee
• Increased Fire Prevention Permit Initial Inspection Fee and testing fee
• Increased Business, Professional, and Occupational License (BPOL) tax rate for financial services
• Adopted fee increases for Historic Alexandria, Planning & Zoning, and Recreation Parks & Cultural Activities