Alexandria public meetings in 2021

City Council Public Hearing

The Alexandria City Council holds a public hearing on December 18, 2021, to vote on several items including appointments to the Independent Community Policing Review Board, a coordinated sign plan and encroachments for Oakville Triangle, a master plan amendment for the Sanitary Sewer Master Plan, supplemental appropriations for FY2022, a review of the City Council Code of Ethics, leases at the Torpedo Factory Art Center, a license extension for the Tall Ship Providence, a draft Citizen Participation Plan for housing activities, and multiple planning and zoning cases. Key decisions include the adoption of the Arlandria-Chirilagua Small Area Plan and approval of rezonings and special use permits for the Landmark Overlook and Seminary Road developments.

• Appointment of members to the Independent Community Policing Review Board
• Special Use Permit for coordinated sign plan at 2501 and 2601 Oakville Street (Oakville Triangle)
• Master Plan Amendment and Rezoning for Landmark Overlook at 5901-5999 Stevenson Avenue and 2 South Whiting Street
• Public hearing on the Arlandria-Chirilagua Small Area Plan Master Plan Amendment
• Public hearing on the sale of city land at 4575 Seminary Road to Alexandria Housing Development Corporation for affordable housing

City Council approved the Arlandria-Chirilagua Small Area Plan (a Master Plan amendment) and appointed new members to the Independent Community Policing Review Board. The council also adopted supplemental appropriations for FY2022 and several ordinances related to encroachments and the Sanitary Sewer Master Plan. Other actions included authorizing leases at the Torpedo Factory Art Center and extending a docking license for the Tall Ship Providence.

• Approved Arlandria-Chirilagua Small Area Plan (Planning Commission recommendation 7-0)
• Appointed Francisco Duran, Christopher Lewis, Todd Pilot to Independent Community Policing Review Board (Vote #1)
• Appointed Darrilyn Franklin, Rob Krupicka, Emily Flores, Jeanne O'Toole to the board (Vote #2)
• Adopted ordinance amending Sanitary Sewer Master Plan (ORD. NO. 5391)
• Adopted supplemental appropriations ordinance for FY2022 (ORD. NO. 5394)
• Authorized City Manager to renew and issue leases at Torpedo Factory Art Center through Sept 30, 2022
• Approved six-month license extension for Tall Ship Providence Foundation docking at City Marina
• Approved Draft Citizen Participation Plan for Housing and Community Development Activities

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review is meeting electronically to consider requests for new construction, alterations, and partial demolition. The body will also hold an information session regarding economic recovery initiatives for the 100 block of King Street.

• Partial demolition and alterations at 111 South Alfred Street
• New construction requests at 1413 and 1415 Princess Street
• Addition and alterations at 105 Queen Street
• Alterations to plans at 1417 Princess Street
• Information session on the closure of the 100 block of King Street to vehicular traffic

The Board of Architectural Review approved a request for additions and alterations at 105 Queen Street and approved a request for new construction at 1413 Princess Street. The Board denied requests for partial demolition and alterations at 111 South Alfred Street and deferred requests for new construction at 1413 and 1415 Princess Street.

• Approved BAR #2021-00457 (additions/alterations at 105 Queen Street) 5-0
• Denied BAR #2021-00615 (partial demolition at 111 South Alfred Street) 5-0
• Denied BAR #2021-00614 (alterations at 111 South Alfred Street) 5-0
• Deferred BAR #2021-00396 (new construction at 1413 Princess Street) 5-0
• Deferred BAR #2021-00412 (new construction at 1415 Princess Street) 5-0
• Approved December 1, 2021 minutes 5-0
• Approved resolution to hold meeting electronically 5-0
• Accepted deferral request for BAR #2021-00622 by unanimous consent

City Council Work Session

This work session consists of the initial organizational meeting of the Landmark Community Development Authority (CDA) Board. The board will elect officers, approve bylaws, a special assessment, a memorandum of understanding, and a reimbursement agreement (RMA) to establish the authority.

• Election of CDA board officers
• Approval of CDA bylaws
• Approval of special assessment
• Approval of memorandum of understanding (MOU)
• Approval and execution of reimbursement agreement (RMA)

The Landmark Community Development Authority held its initial meeting to elect officers and approve a Memorandum of Understanding and special assessment rates. The meeting adjourned after unanimous approval of these items.

• Elected Justin Wilson as Chair and Redella S. Pepper as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Appointed Julian Gonsalves as Secretary/Treasurer and Kendel Taylor as Assistant Secretary/Treasurer (unanimous)
• Approved the CDA Bylaws (unanimous)
• Approved the Memorandum of Understanding (unanimous)
• Approved the Rate and Method and Apportionment of Special Assessments (unanimous)

City Council Legislative Meeting

The City Council will consider a consent calendar including resignations, appointments, financial reports, and several ordinances. Notable items include a proposed sale of city-owned land at 4575 Seminary Road to the Alexandria Housing Development Corporation, a $30,000 release for plastic bag tax outreach, and a supplemental appropriations ordinance for FY 2022. The council will also vote on resolutions for transportation funding and grant applications.

• Sale of city vacant land at 4575 Seminary Road to Alexandria Housing Development Corporation for affordable housing
• Release of $30,000 from reserves for plastic bag tax outreach and education
• Supplemental appropriations ordinance for Fiscal Year 2022
• License extension for docking of Tall Ship Providence at the City Marina
• Grant application to National Park Service for exterior restoration of Freedom House Museum

City Council approved a resolution to name the new consolidated facility at 4850 Mark Center Drive after outgoing Councilwoman Redella S. "Del" Pepper. The council also approved the closed executive session resolution, minutes from prior meetings, and multiple proclamations. A consent calendar with resignations, appointments, financial reports, and ordinance introductions was adopted. The meeting included reports on a $17 million housing grant and employee awards.

• Approved resolution naming 4850 Mark Center Drive facility after Councilwoman Redella S. "Del" Pepper (unanimous roll-call)
• Approved resolution regarding closed executive session (RES. NO. 3036, roll-call)
• Approved minutes from four prior meetings
• Endorsed proclamations for First Night Alexandria and Human Rights Month
• Approved consent calendar including resignations, uncontested appointments, monthly financial report, draft Citizen Participation Plan, form lease for Torpedo Factory Art Center, arts grant, license extension for Tall Ship Providence, roadway acceptance, grant applications, naming committee amendment, and $30,000 release for plastic bag tax outreach
• Introduced and passed first reading of supplemental appropriations ordinance for FY2022
• Introduced and passed first reading of Sanitary Sewer Master Plan implementation ordinance
• Introduced and passed first reading of encroachment ordinance for 2601 Oakville Street

Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing

The Alexandria Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings and consider three requests for variances and special exceptions to allow residential additions at 323 North Henry Street, 1017 Oronoco Street, and 2812 Davis Avenue. The board will also discuss a zoning text amendment for practical updates and approve minutes from the October 18, 2021 meeting. Public comments may be submitted in advance or made during the hearing.

• Variance from required side yard setbacks for an addition at 323 North Henry Street (applicant Azizul Choudhury)
• Variance to increase maximum floor area and special exception from side yard setback for a second-story addition at 1017 Oronoco Street (applicant David Clouser)
• Variance from front yard and special exception from side yard for a second-story addition, enclosed porch and deck at 2812 Davis Avenue (applicants David Blank & Amber Fuller, represented by Rebecca Bostick)
• Discussion of Zoning Text Amendment – Practical Updates
• Consideration and approval of minutes from the October 18, 2021 Board of Zoning Appeals hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved three variance requests for property additions and approved the minutes from a previous meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 8:58 p.m.

• Approved BZA #2021-00014 (323 North Henry Street) 6-1
• Denied BZA #2021-00015 (1017 Oronoco Street) 7-0
• Approved BZA #2021-00016 (2812 Davis Avenue) 7-0
• Approved October 18, 2021 meeting minutes 7-0

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on the Arlandria-Chirilagua Small Area Plan (Master Plan Amendment #2021-00012) and on a mixed-use affordable housing development at 221 West Glebe Road and multiple Mount Vernon Avenue addresses (City Charter Section 9.06 Case #2021-00006). The applicant has requested deferral of the zoning text amendment (#2021-00009) and the development project (#2021-00006). The commission will also consider minutes from a previous meeting.

• Master Plan Amendment #2021-00012 to create the Arlandria-Chirilagua Small Area Plan chapter of the City's Master Plan
• Request for deferral of Zoning Text Amendment #2021-00009 to increase height limits in CDD #12
• Request for deferral of City Charter Section 9.06 Case #2021-00006 for a 221 West Glebe Road affordable housing project
• Development proposal includes CDD Conceptual Design Plan, Special Use Permit, Transportation Management Plan, and alley vacation

The Planning Commission voted to initiate a Master Plan Amendment to create a new small area plan chapter and voted 7-0 to recommend approval of the amendment as submitted. Three other items were deferred by a 7-0 vote.

• Initiated Master Plan Amendment #2021-00012 (7-0)
• Voted 7-0 to recommend approval of Master Plan Amendment #2021-00012
• Deferred Zoning Text Amendment #2021-00009 (7-0)
• Deferred City Charter Section 9.06 Case #2021-00006 (7-0)
• Deferred minutes from December 7, 2021 meeting (7-0)

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several major development proposals, including a mixed-use redevelopment at 5901-5999 Stevenson Avenue (Landmark Overlook) that requires a master plan amendment, rezoning, and multiple special use permits. Other items include a proposed co-living zoning text amendment (deferred), an apartment hotel at 105 North Alfred Street, and a housing development at Seminary Road. The commission will also vote on consent calendar items for a street name, sign plan, encroachment, and subdivision.

• Landmark Overlook: Master plan amendment, rezoning, and development special use permits for stacked townhouses and multifamily buildings at 5901-5999 Stevenson Avenue
• AHDC Seminary Road: Master plan amendment, rezoning, and development special use permit for 31 townhomes and 8-unit multifamily building at 4547-4575 Seminary Road
• Zoning text amendment to define co-living dwellings – deferred by staff (item #6)
• Special use permit for an apartment hotel at 105 North Alfred Street
• Consent calendar: street name case for St. Elmo Way, coordinated sign plan for Oakville Triangle, encroachment for balconies at 2601 Oakville Street, and subdivision at 3050 Potomac Avenue

The Planning Commission approved several development permits and a rezoning request for the Seminary Road project. It also recommended approval for a coordinated sign plan and apartment hotel permit. A proposed co-living zoning text amendment was deferred.

• Approved Street Name Case #2021-00001 (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit #2021-00090 (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Encroachment #2021-00007 (7-0)
• Approved Subdivision #2021-00008 (7-0)
• Deferred Zoning Text Amendment #2021-00004 (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit #2021-00089 (6-0-1)
• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit #2021-00094 (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Seminary Road development permits (7-0)

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council is holding a special meeting to consider the appointment of the City Manager.

• Consideration of the Appointment of the City Manager

The City Council appointed James Parajon as the new City Manager to begin in January 2022. The meeting was adjourned at 6:20 p.m.

• Appointed James Parajon as City Manager (effective January 2022)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:20 p.m.

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will hold a public hearing to consider applications for alterations and new construction in Alexandria's historic districts. Notable items include a request for new construction at multiple addresses on North Columbus Street and alterations at 610 South Lee Street and 1315 Prince Street. The board will also elect officers, approve past meeting minutes, and note administrative approvals of minor projects. The meeting is conducted electronically due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• New construction at 805, 809, 811, 815 and 823 North Columbus Street (Applicant: PT Blooms, LLC)
• Alterations at 610 South Lee Street (Applicant: Cayley E. Tullman)
• Alterations at 1315 Prince Street (Applicants: Karel and Ashley Malinovsky)
• New construction at 1117 Queen Street (Applicants: Robert and Kathy Bunn) — deferred item
• Alterations at 1321 Cameron Street (Applicant: ZNB, LLC) — deferred item

The Board of Architectural Review approved a resolution to hold the meeting electronically due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The board approved 10 items, including architectural alteration requests and minutes from previous meetings, and elected a new chair and vice-chair.

• Approved resolution to hold meeting electronically (7-0)
• Approved November 3, 2021 minutes (7-0)
• Approved November 17, 2021 minutes (7-0)
• Approved BAR #2021-00602 alterations at 610 South Lee Street (7-0)
• Approved BAR #2021-00604 alterations at 1315 Prince Street (7-0)
• Approved BAR #2021-00197 alterations at 1321 Cameron Street (7-0)
• Approved BAR #2021-00235 new construction at 1117 Queen Street (7-0)
• Accepted deferral request for BAR #2021-00606 new construction

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss a specific personnel matter. This discussion is scheduled to take place during a closed executive session.

• Executive Session regarding a personnel matter (Resolution 22-0542)

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will hold an electronic public hearing to consider several alteration requests in historic districts. The consent calendar includes alterations at 727 South Alfred Street and 430 North Union Street. New business items are an encapsulation and addition at 513 South Lee Street and after-the-fact alterations at 1012-1014 Queen Street. The board will also note 18 staff-approved administrative items.

• Consent calendar: alterations at 727 South Alfred Street and 430 North Union Street
• New business: encapsulation and addition at 513 South Lee Street
• New business: after-the-fact alterations at 1012-1014 Queen Street
• Administrative approvals: 18 staff-approved items including roof replacements, fencing, and signage

The Board of Architectural Review approved 17 requests for building alterations, including roof replacements and new decks, and denied one request for after-the-fact alterations at 1012 Queen Street. The meeting was held electronically due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Approved 727 South Alfred Street alterations (7-0)
• Approved 430 North Union Street alterations (7-0)
• Approved 513 South Lee Street encapsulation and addition (7-0)
• Denied 1012 Queen Street after-the-fact alterations (5-2)
• Approved roof replacements at 905 Prince Street (7-0)
• Approved roof replacements at 308 North Royal Street (7-0)
• Approved roof replacements at 1119 Powhatan Street (7-0)
• Approved new deck at 208 South Fayette Street (7-0)

City Council Public Hearing

The Alexandria City Council will hold a public hearing to consider final passage of several ordinances, including zoning changes for North Columbus Street, encroachments for brick walls and signs, and amendments to the city's master plan and zoning ordinance. The council will also hear a public hearing on the proposed 2022 General Assembly legislative package.

• Rezoning properties at 805, 809, 811, 815, and 823 North Columbus Street from RB/Townhouse to CRMU-H
• Final passage of ordinances for encroachments at 421 Gibbon Street and 1321 Cameron Street
• Amendments to the Master Plan for the Beauregard Small Area Plan and Braddock Road Metro Station
• Text amendment to add a 'parklet' definition to the Zoning Ordinance
• Public hearing on the proposed Alexandria Legislative Package for the 2022 General Assembly

The council approved a consent calendar item for a single-family dwelling permit at 2406 Terrett Avenue. It also adopted ten ordinances via roll-call vote, including measures authorizing property encroachments, updating the master plan transportation chapter to the Alexandria Mobility Plan, rezoning North Columbus Street properties to high-density mixed use, and adding zoning text for outdoor dining in on-street parking spaces. These actions finalize development permits and update local land-use rules that affect property boundaries, street-level commercial activity, and transportation planning.

• Approved special use permit for single-family dwelling at 2406 Terrett Avenue
• Adopted ordinance authorizing brick wall encroachment at 421 Gibbon Street (Ord. No. 5377)
• Adopted ordinance authorizing entry ramp encroachment at 1321 Cameron Street (Ord. No. 5378)
• Approved master plan amendment replacing transportation chapter with Alexandria Mobility Plan (Ord. No. 5379)
• Rezoned properties at 805, 809, 811, 815, and 823 North Columbus Street from RB/Townhouse to CRMU-H/Commercial Residential Mixed Use High (Ord. No. 5380)
• Approved master plan amendment for Beauregard Small Area Plan/Hilton & IDA Sites
• Adopted zoning text amendments for coordinated development districts and outdoor dining in on-street parking spaces
• Authorized sign and canopy encroachments at 2401 Oakville Street/Richmond Highway

City Council Legislative Meeting

The City Council will discuss the creation of Residential Permit Parking District 13 in Potomac Yard and review several implementation ordinances for previously approved rezonings and master plan amendments. The body will also consider appointments to various city commissions and a financial report for the period ending September 30, 2021.

• Creation of Residential Permit Parking District 13 in Potomac Yard
• Rezoning of 805, 809, 811, 815, and 823 North Columbus Street to Commercial Residential Mixed Use High
• Authorization to write off delinquent property tax balances under $20
• Grant application for Alex Renewal to coordinate emergency response for the AlexRenew Tunnel Program
• Ordinances for property encroachments at 421 Gibbon Street, 1321 Cameron Street, and 2401 Oakville Street

City Council approved a consent calendar containing multiple board appointments, resignations, and the first reading of several ordinances. These ordinances include zoning changes for North Columbus Street and updates to the City's Master Plan. The council also approved minutes from three previous meetings.

• Approved regular meeting minutes from Sept 28 and Oct 12, and public hearing minutes from Oct 16
• Endorsed proclamation honoring the Campagna Center’s Annual Scottish Christmas Walk
• Accepted resignations from five boards and commissions
• Approved uncontested appointments to 11 boards and commissions
• Passed first reading of ordinance to rezone 805-823 North Columbus Street to CRMU-H
• Passed first reading of ordinance to incorporate the Alexandria Mobility Plan into the Master Plan
• Passed first reading of ordinance regarding outdoor dining and retail sales in commercial zones
• Passed first reading of ordinances for property encroachments at 421 Gibbon St, 1321 Cameron St, and 2401 Oakville St

City Council Work Session

The City Council is meeting for an annual retreat to discuss budget planning and long-term strategy. The session includes reviews of revenue forecasts, expenditure projections, and school operating budgets. Members are also developing a City Strategic Plan for FY2023-FY2028.

• General Fund Operating Budget Planning including revenue and expenditure projections
• ACPS Operating Budget discussion with Superintendent Dr. Gregory C. Hutchings, Jr.
• FY2023 City Council Budget Guidance
• Development of City Strategic Plan for FY2023-FY2028
• Budget and Fiscal Affairs Advisory Committee (BFAAC) presentation

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council is convening for a special meeting to consider a closed executive session. The purpose of the session is to discuss a personnel matter.

• Resolution 22-0464 regarding a closed executive session for a personnel matter

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several subdivision requests, special use permits, and master plan amendments. The body is reviewing residential developments and updates to the city's sanitary sewer and small area plans.

• Development Special Use Permit for 84 townhomes at 2610 Richmond Highway, 420 and 300 Swann Avenue
• Sanitary Sewer Master Plan Update amendment
• Arlandria-Chirilagua Small Area Plan Master Plan Amendment (requested for deferral)
• Request for four townhomes at 205, 205A, and 207 Duncan Avenue
• Special Use Permit for a single-family dwelling at 2406 Terrett Avenue

The Planning Commission recommended approval of the Sanitary Sewer Master Plan Update (7-0) and deferred the Arlandria-Chirilagua Small Area Plan. It also recommended approval of an 84-townhome development (Oakville Townhomes, 6-0) and a special use permit for a single-family dwelling on a substandard lot. Several subdivisions and site plans were approved, including a lot re-subdivision on South Fairfax Street (7-0) and townhomes on Duncan Avenue (7-0).

• Approved Subdivision #2021-00005 at 765 John Carlyle Street (7-0)
• Deferred Master Plan Amendment #2021-00012, Arlandria-Chirilagua Small Area Plan (7-0)
• Initiated and recommended approval of Master Plan Amendment #2021-00008, Sanitary Sewer Master Plan Update (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit #2021-00064 for a single-family dwelling at 2406 Terrett Avenue (6-0)
• Approved Subdivision #2021-00006 re-subdividing 514-518 South Fairfax Street into two lots (7-0)
• Approved Development Site Plan #2021-00006 and Subdivision #2021-00004 for four townhomes at Duncan Avenue (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Development Special Use Permit #2021-10025 and Transportation Management Plan SUP #2021-00084 for 84 townhomes at Oakville (6-0)
• Approved minutes from October 5, 2021 meeting (6-0)

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will hold a roll-call vote to convene a closed executive session under state law to discuss a personnel matter. No other business is on the agenda.

• Closed executive session for discussion of a personnel matter [roll-call vote required]

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review approved a resolution to conduct the meeting electronically and approved multiple property alteration requests. Several other projects were converted to administrative approval.

• Approved resolution to conduct meeting electronically (6-0)
• Approved October 20, 2021 minutes
• Approved alterations at 419 Queen Street (6-0)
• Approved masonry painting alterations at 426 South Lee Street (6-0)
• Approved addition and alterations at 710 King Street (6-0)
• Converted alterations at 421 North Columbus Street to Administrative Approval

City Council Legislative Meeting

Council will consider a $50 million FEMA grant application for the Waterfront Flood Mitigation project, along with a $10 million state grant. Other agenda items include a compensation initiative for city employees, an update on Reagan National Airport noise mitigation, and a discussion of Dominion Energy's electrical service reliability. A closed executive session is scheduled for legal matters and investment discussions.

• $50M FEMA BRIC grant application for Waterfront Flood Mitigation (roll-call vote)
• $10M Virginia CFPF grant application for Waterfront Flood Mitigation (roll-call vote)
• Resolution supporting another Virginia CFPF grant application
• Compensation Initiative for city and related employees
• Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport Noise Mitigation Update

The City Council approved a $50 million grant application for FEMA's BRIC program and a $10 million application for the Virginia Community Flood Preparedness Fund to support the Waterfront Flood Mitigation Project. The Council also approved a $176,799 state grant for behavioral health services and a compensation package for city employees.

• Approved $176,799 state grant for behavioral health services
• Approved 1.5% pay increase for all FY 2022 city employees
• Approved $3,000 bonus for full-time city employees
• Authorized $50M FEMA grant application for flood mitigation
• Authorized $10M grant application for flood mitigation
• Approved resolution supporting $516,500 CFPF grant application
• Authorized Second Amendment to Inova development agreement
• Authorized City Manager to execute opioid settlement documents

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will hold a public hearing on October 20, 2021, to decide on applications for new construction, alterations, demolitions, and re-approval of expired plans. Notable items include a request to demolish and rebuild at 101 Duke Street, continuation of a large new construction project at 431 South Columbus Street and other addresses, and a policy discussion on solar panels and railings. The hearing will be conducted electronically due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Request for complete demolition and new construction at 101 Duke Street (BAR #2021-00496 and #2021-00495)
• Continuation of discussion on new construction at 431 South Columbus Street, 416 South Alfred Street, 900 Wolfe Street, and 450 South Patrick Street (BAR #2021-00341)
• Request for partial demolition/encapsulation and addition at 329 North Washington Street (BAR #2021-00456 and #2021-00455)
• Request for re-approval of previously expired plans at 0 Prince Street, 200 and 204 Strand Street (BAR #2021-00454)
• Policy discussion on Solar Panel Policy and Railing Design Policy

The Board of Architectural Review denied a request for new construction at 431 South Columbus Street and adjacent sites on a 5-2 vote. The board approved demolition and new construction at 101 Duke Street (5-2) and partial demolition and additions at 329 North Washington Street (6-0). It also unanimously approved modifications to BAR policies for solar panels and railing design, and created an ad hoc committee on best practices for development projects.

• Denied BAR #2021-00341 (new construction at 431 S Columbus St, etc.) 5-2
• Approved BAR #2021-00495/00496 (demolition and new construction at 101 Duke St) as amended 5-2
• Approved BAR #2021-00455/00456 (partial demolition/encapsulation and addition at 329 N Washington St) as amended 6-0 (Sprinkle recused)
• Approved modifications to BAR Policies for Administrative Approval (Solar Panel and Railing Design policies) unanimously
• Approved creation of Ad Hoc Committee to Review Best Practices for Development Projects unanimously
• Approved BAR #2021-00543 (alterations at 600 Montgomery St) 7-0
• Approved BAR #2021-00454 (re-approval of expired plans at 0 Prince St and 200/204 Strand St) 7-0
• Approved BAR #2021-00148 (alterations at 421 Gibbon St) 7-0

Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a training work session followed by a public hearing. The board is deciding on a variance request for a single-family dwelling at 1117 Queen Street.

• BZA #2021-00012: Variance request for side yard setback requirements at 1117 Queen Street

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a request for side yard setback variances to build a single-family home at 1117 Queen Street. The Board also adopted a new electronic participation policy for hearings and ratified several sets of previous meeting minutes.

• Approved Electronic Participation Policy for Board of Zoning Appeals Hearings (6-0)
• Approved BZA #2021-00012 for side yard setback variances at 1117 Queen Street with conditions (6-0)
• Approved July 12, 2021 hearing minutes (6-0)
• Approved and ratified meeting minutes from January 13, 2020, through May 10, 2021 (5-0-1)

City Council Public Hearing

The Alexandria City Council is holding a public hearing on October 16, 2021, with a closed executive session first. The agenda includes multiple public hearings on development proposals, zoning text amendments, and master plan amendments. Key items include a 78-unit multifamily building at Columbus Flats with affordable housing density bonus, the Hilton & IDA Sites redevelopment plan, and adoption of the Alexandria Mobility Plan. The council will also vote on a lease agreement with UpCycle Creative Reuse and an extension of COVID-19 business relief measures.

• 805-823 North Columbus Street – Columbus Flats: 78-unit multifamily building with affordable housing bonus density, parking reduction, and master plan amendment
• 5000 Seminary Road and 4880 Mark Center Drive – Hilton & IDA Sites: master plan amendment to add residential, commercial, office, continuum of care uses; increase floor area ratio and building heights
• 1630 King Street – Special Use Permit for a personal service establishment with more than 30 feet of King Street frontage
• Extension of COVID-19 temporary business relief program to April 1, 2022 (Text Amendment No. 2021-00008)
• Lease agreement between City and UpCycle Creative Reuse for space at Oswald Durant Center (1605 Cameron Street)

City Council approved several zoning ordinance amendments, including updates to the Beauregard Small Area Plan and COVID-19 business relief extensions. The council also granted special use and encroachment permits and approved a three-year lease for UpCycle Creative Reuse.

• Approved Special Use Permit for personal service establishment at 1630 King Street
• Approved encroachment for day care center entry ramp at 1321 Cameron Street
• Passed Ord. No. 5371 authorizing porch encroachment at 214 and 216 South Payne Street
• Passed Ord. No. 5272 extending COVID-19 business relief program to April 1, 2022
• Passed Ord. No. 5373 adopting Beauregard Small Area Plan amendments
• Passed Ord. No. 5374 for Zoning Ordinance practical updates
• Approved three-year lease with UpCycle Creative Reuse for space at 1605 Cameron Street
• Adopted Res. No. 3023 regarding a closed executive session for City Manager candidates

City Council Legislative Meeting

City Council will hear oral reports on school security and COVID-19 vaccination status. It will also consider several ordinances for first reading, including extensions of COVID-19 business relief and amendments to the Beauregard small area plan and zoning code. Consent items include a lease with UpCycle Creative Reuse at 1605 Cameron Street and grant applications for law enforcement equipment.

• Discussion of school security with Chief Hayes, Superintendent Hutchings, and Chair Alderton
• COVID-19 vaccination update from Dr. Ann Gaddy, Acting Director of Alexandria Health Department
• Lease agreement with UpCycle Creative Reuse for space at the Oswald Durant Center (1605 Cameron St)
• Introduction of ordinance to extend temporary COVID-19 business relief to April 1, 2022
• Introduction of ordinance to amend Beauregard Small Area Plan (Master Plan Amendment No. 2021-00005)

The City Council approved the consent calendar, which included first readings of ordinances for zoning code practical updates, COVID-19 business relief extension (to April 1, 2022), and Beauregard Small Area Plan amendments, as well as approvals of a telecommunications license amendment and grant applications. Four items (children/youth appointments, a lease agreement, annual reports, and oath removals) were considered under separate motions; their outcomes are not recorded in the available minutes. Council also approved meeting minutes, endorsed three proclamations, received board resignations, and made appointments to the Housing Affordability Advisory Committee and Archaeological Commission.

• Approved minutes of September 14 regular meeting and September 18 public hearing meeting
• Endorsed proclamations for National Bullying Awareness Month, Red Ribbon Week, and World Polio Day
• Received resignations from six board/commission members
• Appointed Shelley Murphy, Annette Bridges, and Alison Coleman to Alexandria Housing Affordability Advisory Committee
• Appointed Paula Whitacre to Archaeological Commission (as citizen member from Planning District III)
• Approved consent calendar including first reading of Ordinance for Zoning Ordinance Practical Updates (Text Amendment 2021-00003)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance extending COVID-19 business relief program to April 1, 2022 (Text Amendment 2021-00008)
• Approved first reading of Beauregard Small Area Plan amendments (Master Plan Amendment 2021-00005)

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review is meeting to review requests for building alterations, new construction, and demolitions. The board will decide on several specific property requests and note administrative approvals already granted by staff.

• Request for complete demolition and new construction at 101 Duke Street
• Request for new construction at 431 South Columbus Street, 416 South Alfred Street, 900 Wolfe Street, and 450 South Patrick Street
• Request for alterations at 806 Green Street
• Request for alterations at 601, 607 South Washington Street and 710 Gibbon Street

The Board of Architectural Review approved two alteration requests (BAR #2021-00487 and #2021-00490) by unanimous votes, with one recusal. They also postponed a new construction project at four properties to October 20 and accepted a deferral for demolition and new construction at 101 Duke Street. Procedural items included approval of the electronic meeting resolution and minutes from September 16.

• Approved resolution to conduct meeting electronically (6-0)
• Approved September 16, 2021 minutes (6-0, one abstention)
• Approved alterations at 806 Green Street (6-0)
• Approved alterations at 601, 607 S Washington St and 710 Gibbon St (5-0, one recusal)
• Postponed new construction at 431 S Columbus St, 416 S Alfred St, 900 Wolfe St, 450 S Patrick St to October 20, 2021
• Accepted deferral of demolition and new construction at 101 Duke Street

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several land-use items, including a major redevelopment of the Hilton and IDA sites at 5000 Seminary Road and 4880 Mark Center Drive, a 78-unit multifamily building at Columbus Flats, and a text amendment to allow outdoor dining and retail sales in on-street parking spaces. The commission will also consider updates to the Transportation Master Plan and a review of the King Street closure for consistency with the Master Plan.

• Master Plan Amendment and rezoning for 78-unit building at 805-823 N. Columbus Street (Columbus Flats), including affordable housing bonus density
• Master Plan, zoning, and CDD amendments for redevelopment of Hilton & IDA sites (5000 Seminary Rd and 4880 Mark Center Dr) to add residential, commercial, and continuum of care uses
• Public hearing on amendment to Transportation Master Plan (replacing with Alexandria Mobility Plan)
• Review of closure of 100 block of King Street for consistency with Master Plan and text amendment for outdoor dining and retail in on-street parking spaces
• Special Use Permit for personal service establishment at 1630 King Street (over 30 ft frontage)

The Planning Commission recommended approval (5-1) of a rezoning, master plan amendment, and development permits for Columbus Flats, a 78-unit multifamily building with affordable housing. It also recommended approval of a new Transportation Master Plan chapter, the Alexandria Mobility Plan, and a zoning text amendment to allow outdoor dining and retail in on-street parking spaces. The commission found the closure of the 100 block of King Street to vehicular traffic consistent with the Master Plan (6-0).

• Deferred three special use permits for parking lot lighting (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit for personal service at 1630 King St (6-0)
• Recommended approval of encroachment for day care ramp at 1321 Cameron St (6-0)
• Initiated and recommended replacement of Transportation Master Plan with Alexandria Mobility Plan (6-0)
• Found King Street closure consistent with Master Plan (6-0)
• Initiated and recommended zoning text amendment for outdoor dining and retail in parking spaces (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Master Plan amendment, rezoning, and development permits for Columbus Flats (5-1)
• Initiated and recommended Master Plan amendment, zoning text amendment, and CDD plan for Hilton/IDA sites (6-0)

City Council Legislative Meeting

The Alexandria City Council will hold a legislative meeting on September 28, 2021. Key items include a discussion on increasing staffing and legal resources for eviction prevention, a discussion of draft Arlandria-Chirilagua plan concepts, and updates on the co-response pilot program and stormwater progress. The council will also vote on resolutions supporting a flood preparedness grant application and regional transportation funding.

• Consideration of increasing staffing and legal resources for eviction prevention activities
• Discussion of draft Arlandria-Chirilagua plan concepts
• Alexandria Co-Response Pilot Program update
• Joint City and Arlington County Next Generation 9-1-1 Computer Aided Dispatch project (consent calendar)
• Resolution to support grant application to Virginia Community Flood Preparedness Fund

The City Council approved a resolution to support a $144,000 grant application for flood preparedness and a resolution to seek $10 million in regional transportation funding for transit and trail projects. The Council also authorized a settlement agreement for litigation involving Old Town property development.

• Authorized settlement agreement for MAL RE OH v. Alexandria City Council lawsuit
• Approved resolution to support $144,000 Virginia Community Flood Preparedness Fund grant
• Authorized $10 million in regional transportation funding applications for West End Transitway and Holmes Run Trail Bridge
• Approved consent calendar items for NG 9-1-1 project and grant applications
• Approved Community Health Improvement Plan
• Approved updated City Council schedule including Manager candidate interviews and rescheduled public hearing
• Increased capacity for eviction prevention activities ($407,000)
• Received Arlandria-Chirilagua Plan update and gave staff feedback

City Council Special Meeting

This special meeting is a town hall where the City Council receives a presentation from Polihire on survey results and an overview of the recruitment process. After the presentation, the Council recognizes pre-registered speakers and then opens the floor to other attendees for public comment.

• Polihire presentation of survey results and recruitment process overview
• Public comment period for attendees who signed up in advance
• Public comment period for other attendees recognized by the Mayor

City Council Public Hearing

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider several zoning and land-use items, including a text amendment to extend temporary business relief measures related to COVID-19 through April 1, 2022. Other major items include amendments to the Beauregard Small Area Plan, a development special use permit for Park Center, and multiple ordinances implementing prior approvals for the Landmark Neighborhood CDD at Duke Street. The agenda also features public comment and final passage of a supplemental appropriation ordinance for FY 2022.

• Zoning text amendment to extend COVID-19 business relief program from Jan 1 to Apr 1, 2022 (Item 5)
• Beauregard Small Area Plan amendments to add land-use designations and height limits (Item 6)
• Development special use permit for outdoor amenity space, dog park, and pedestrian improvements at Park Center (4300 King St, 3101 Park Center Dr, 4401 Ford Ave) (Item 3)
• Final passage of ordinances rezoning 5701, 5701B, 5801, 5815, 5901 Duke Street to CDD #29 (Items 8–10)
• Supplemental appropriation ordinance for FY 2022 (Item 11)

City Council approved a series of development permits, master plan amendments, and zoning changes. The council also adopted a supplemental appropriation ordinance for FY 2022 and authorized fiber optic installation agreements.

• Approved development permit for outdoor amenity space and dog park at Park Center
• Approved special use permits and right-of-way encroachments for Inova Health Care Services
• Extended COVID-19 business relief program expiration to April 1, 2022
• Approved amendments to the Beauregard Small Area Plan
• Authorized staircase encroachment at 2800 Hope Way (Ord. No. 5363)
• Rezoned properties at 5701-5901 Duke Street to Coordinated Development District #29 (Ord. No. 5365)
• Adopted supplemental appropriation ordinance for FY 2022 (Ord. No. 5367)
• Authorized license agreement amendments for Crown Castle Fiber, LLC and Zayo Group, LLC

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review approved multiple projects involving alterations, demolitions, and encapsulation. Some items were partially approved or deferred for further consideration.

• Approved resolution to conduct meeting electronically (4-0)
• Approved January 21, 2021 minutes (4-0)
• Approved July 21, 2021 minutes (4-0)
• Approved September 1, 2021 minutes (4-0)
• Approved alterations and HVAC screening waiver at 310 Commerce Street (4-0)
• Approved alterations and partial demolition at 214 and 216 South Payne Street (4-0)
• Approved partial demolition/encapsulation at 610 South Lee Street (4-0)
• Partially approved and partially deferred projects at 105 Queen Street (4-0)

City Council Legislative Meeting

The City Council will discuss several infrastructure license agreements and the reprogramming of federal funds for the Beauregard Street Multi-Use Trail. The body is also considering first readings for ordinances related to the Landmark Neighborhood CDD and a supplemental appropriation for FY 2022.

• Rezoning of 5701, 5701B, 5801, 5815, and 5901 Duke Street to Coordinated Development District #29
• Reprogramming Federal CMAQ funds from Backlick Run Trail to Beauregard Street Multi-Use Trail
• License agreement amendment for Crown Castle Fiber, LLC to install fiber optic cables
• Second license agreement amendment for Zayo Group, LLC for builds at 701 East Glebe Road
• Supplemental Appropriation Ordinance for City Government support for FY 2022

City Council approved minutes from six prior meetings and endorsed a proclamation recognizing National Disability Voter Registration Week. No other substantive decisions are explicitly recorded in the action docket; remaining agenda items were listed for consideration without stated outcomes.

• Approved minutes from six prior meetings (May 25, June 9, June 19, June 22, July 6, August 10, 2021)
• Endorsed proclamation recognizing National Disability Voter Registration Week

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Planning Commission holds public hearings on multiple items, including the purchase of property at 1703 N Beauregard Street for Alexandria City Public Schools, a broad set of zoning code corrections and clarifications, and an extension of temporary COVID-19 business relief through April 2022. Also discussed are development special use permits for Park Center and Hotel Indigo, and a draft plan for the Arlandria-Chirilagua area.

• Public hearing on City Charter Section 9.06 case for city purchase of 1703 N Beauregard Street for Alexandria City Public Schools
• Zoning Text Amendment #2021-00003 with practical updates to definitions, lot requirements, accessory uses, solar energy systems, and more
• Development Special Use Permit #2021-10018 for outdoor amenity space, dog park, bus stops at Park Center (4300 King Street)
• Special use permits and encroachment for Inova Health Care Services at 2412/2514 Richmond Highway for increased height and sign waivers
• Zoning Text Amendment #2021-00008 to extend COVID-19 business relief program to April 1, 2022

The Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of several zoning text amendments, development special use permits, and master plan amendments. The meeting also included discussion on the Draft Arlandria-Chirilagua Plan and co-living policy.

• Initiated Zoning Text Amendment #2021-00003 (technical corrections)
• Initiated Zoning Text Amendment #2021-00008 (extend COVID-19 business relief)
• Initiated Master Plan Amendment #2021-00005 (Beauregard Small Area Plan)
• Recommended approval of Zoning Text Amendment #2021-00003
• Recommended approval of Zoning Text Amendment #2021-00008
• Recommended approval of Master Plan Amendment #2021-00005
• Recommended approval of Development Special Use Permit #2021-10018
• Recommended approval of Development Special Use Permit #2021-10021

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will hold a public hearing on several applications for alterations, demolitions, and new construction in Alexandria's historic districts. Actions include deciding on consent calendar items such as small cell facility installations and residential changes, a procedural vote on deferred new construction at multiple addresses, and new business applications for partial demolition and alterations at 808 Duke Street and 324 Commerce Street.

• Partial demolition/encapsulation and alterations at 808 Duke Street (applicants Barbara and George Barlow)
• Partial demolition/encapsulation and alterations at 324 Commerce Street (applicants Madeleine R. and Henry Bryant Mitchell)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for new construction at 431 S. Columbus Street (deferred, procedural vote only)
• Installation of small cell facilities on utility poles adjacent to 300 N Washington, 312 S Washington, and 432 S Columbus (AT&T, consent calendar)
• Alterations at 6 Prince Street (Six Prince Street Partners LLC, consent calendar)

The Board of Architectural Review approved minutes from July 29 and accepted deferrals for two items at 724 N Washington Street. The board voted 4-1 to defer a previously deferred certificate of appropriateness for new construction at 431 S Columbus Street and other addresses, with Mr. Sprinkle opposed. Consent calendar items approvals (5-0 or 4-0 with recusals) included alterations at 6 Prince Street, retaining wall at Thompsons Alley, parking area at 101 Cameron Mews, and three small cell facility installations. New business items at 116 Princess Street, 808 Duke Street, and 324 Commerce Street were approved 5-0 each, with some amendments.

• Approved minutes of July 29, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Accepted deferral of BAR #2021-00416 and #2021-00417 (unanimous consent)
• Approved BAR #2021-00359 alterations at 6 Prince Street (5-0)
• Approved BAR #2021-00374 retaining wall at Thompsons Alley (5-0)
• Approved BAR #2021-00415 parking area at 101 Cameron Mews (5-0)
• Approved BAR #2021-00392 small cell facility at 300 N Washington Street (5-0, Sprinkle recused)
• Deferred BAR #2021-00341 new construction at 431 S Columbus St and others (4-1, Sprinkle opposed)
• Approved BAR #2021-00387/00388 alterations and partial demolition at 116 Princess Street, as amended (5-0)

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council is meeting to consider a resolution regarding the allocation of settlement funds from opioid addiction litigation. This involves authorizing the City Manager to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with the Commonwealth of Virginia.

• Resolution 22-0146: Authorization for City Manager to enter into the Virginia Opioid Abatement Fund and Settlement Allocation Memorandum of Understanding

The City Council adopted a resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with the Commonwealth of Virginia to allocate funds from opioid litigation settlements. The meeting adjourned at 6:17 p.m.

• Adopted Resolution 3014 authorizing opioid settlement fund MOU
• All Council members present for the vote

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will hold a public hearing to consider a request for new construction at four properties in Old Town by Heritage at Old Town PropCo LLC. The board will also ratify meeting minutes from April 2020 through June 2021 and note administrative approvals for minor alterations and structures.

• BAR #2021-00341: New construction at 431 S Columbus St, 416 S Alfred St, 900 Wolfe St, and 450 S Patrick St by Heritage at Old Town PropCo LLC
• Ratification of meeting minutes from April 22, 2020 through June 2, 2021
• Administrative approvals include minor amendment at 721 S Alfred St (applicant withdrawn), accessory structure at 418 S Pitt St, alterations at 517 Prince St and 1250 S Washington St, fence replacement at 513 S Lee St, alterations at 1321 Cameron St, and signage at 113 S Columbus St

The Board of Architectural Review deferred a request for new construction at four South Columbus Street, South Alfred Street, Wolfe Street, and South Patrick Street locations for a restudy. The Board also approved meeting minutes from April 2020 through June 2021, excluding the January 21, 2021 minutes.

• Deferred BAR #2021-00341 new construction request for 431 South Columbus Street, 416 South Alfred Street, 900 Wolfe Street, and 450 South Patrick Street for a restudy (5-2)
• Approved meeting minutes from April 22, 2020 through June 2, 2021, excluding January 21, 2021 (Unanimous)
• Deferred January 21, 2021 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will hear requests for new construction, additions, and alterations at multiple properties across the city. The meeting will also consider minutes from the previous session and administrative approvals for minor projects.

• Request for new construction at 431 South Columbus Street, 416 South Alfred Street, 900 Wolfe Street and 450 South Patrick Street
• Request for addition and alterations at 105 North Alfred Street
• Request for addition and alterations at 400 and 400 A Green Street
• Request for partial demolition/encapsulation at 109 Duke Street
• Request for partial demolition/encapsulation at 414 Franklin Street

The Board of Architectural Review approved 12 requests for additions, alterations, and demolitions across various city streets. The board also deferred four items to a future hearing and approved the minutes from the previous meeting.

• Approved minutes from July 7, 2021 meeting (6-0)
• Deferred BAR #2021-00324 and #2021-00329 to future hearing
• Deferred BAR #2021-00341 to July 29, 2021 hearing
• Deferred BAR #2021-00235 to future hearing
• Approved BAR #2021-00309 (additions at 400 Green St) (6-0)
• Approved BAR #2021-00326 and #2021-00327 (109 Duke St) (6-0)
• Approved BAR #2021-00334 and #2021-00335 (422 N Union St) (6-0)
• Approved BAR #2021-00340 (120 N Payne St) (6-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider a variance request for a second-story addition at 1329 Bayliss Drive. The meeting will be conducted via Zoom and City Channel 70. The board will also review minutes from a previous hearing.

• Public hearing for BZA #2021-00010 at 1329 Bayliss Drive
• Consideration of June 14, 2021 hearing minutes
• Electronic participation policy for BZA hearings
• Public comments accepted via email or in person
• Meeting held via Zoom and City Channel 70

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance request for a second-story addition at 1329 Bayliss Drive and approved the June 14 meeting minutes. The Board voted to defer a new Electronic Participation Policy.

• Approved variance request BZA #2021-00010 (4-0)
• Approved June 14, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Deferred Electronic Participation Policy (4-0)

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will consider multiple requests for demolition, alterations, and new construction at historic properties, and vote on proposed bylaw amendments. Key changes include limiting officer terms, allowing the chair to appoint an interim vice chair, and removing the requirement to state written reasons for denials. Public comment is accepted at the meeting or in advance.

• Alterations to previously approved plans at 1 Pioneer Mill Way (Robinson Terminal South)
• Partial demolition and alterations at 314 Commerce Street
• Partial demolition and alterations at 413 North Washington Street
• New construction at 1117 Queen Street
• Bylaw amendments to officer terms, hearing procedures, and continuing education requirements

The Board of Architectural Review approved 10 of 12 applications for building alterations and partial demolitions, with two deferred at the applicants' request. The board also voted unanimously to adopt updated bylaws, including officer term limits and new hearing procedures. All votes were unanimous or near-unanimous with recusals.

• Approved alterations at 1 Pioneer Mill Way, BAR #2021-00310 (5-0)
• Approved partial demolition and alterations at 314 Commerce Street, BAR #2021-00020/00023 (4-0, Sennott recused)
• Accepted deferral of items at 413 North Washington Street, BAR #2021-00236/00261 (unanimous)
• Approved partial demolition and alterations at 108 Gibbon Street, BAR #2020-00532/00533 (5-0)
• Approved in part and deferred in part alterations at 706 North Washington Street, BAR #2021-00278/00285 (5-0 and unanimous)
• Approved alterations at 601 South Washington Street, BAR #2021-00298 (4-0, Sprinkle recused)
• Approved partial demolition and alterations at 607 South Washington Street, BAR #2021-00299/00303 (4-0, Sprinkle recused)
• Approved updated BAR bylaws with officer term limits and new hearing procedures (5-0)

City Council Public Hearing

The Alexandria City Council will hold a public hearing to consider releasing $789,909 from contingent reserves for mental health resources and vote on ordinances related to the Landmark Mall redevelopment and zoning changes.

• Public hearing on $789,909 release from FY 2022 Contingent Reserves for mental health resources
• Final passage of ordinance for Landmark Mall redevelopment and Inova hospital campus
• Ordinance to amend zoning for 4250 and 4320 Seminary Road to RB/Townhouse zone
• Ordinance to amend animal code regarding female dogs in season
• Public hearing on Special Use Permit for Potomac Crescent Waldorf School at 212 & 216 South Washington Street

The City Council approved the first tranche of American Rescue Plan Act funds, allocated $789,909 to mental health resources, and adopted ordinances for zoning changes and a dog ordinance. The meeting also included a closed session on personnel matters.

• Approved $29.8M ARPA funding allocation (scenario #2)
• Allocated $789,909 to mental health and teen wellness programs
• Approved rezoning of 4250 and 4320 Seminary Road to RB/Townhouse zone
• Approved ordinance to amend dog regulations (Section 5-7-42)
• Approved construction of sign encroachment at 2423 Mill Road
• Adopted Master Plan Amendment No. 2021-00002 for Seminary Hill/Strawberry Hill
• Endorsed purchase of 1703 North Beauregard for ACPS ($17.9M)
• Reapproved meeting minutes from April 2020 through June 2021

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Planning Commission is holding a public hearing on several items, including the major Landmark Mall redevelopment (Master Plan amendment, rezoning, and subdivision), special use permits for a single-family home on a substandard lot and a private school, a City Charter covenant dissolution review, and an RPA exception for Armistead Boothe Park. The meeting is electronic due to COVID-19. Items on the consent calendar may be approved without discussion unless pulled.

• Special Use Permit #2021-00040 for a single-family dwelling at 4817 Peacock Avenue on a substandard lot (R-20 zone).
• Special Use Permit #2021-00044 for Potomac Crescent Waldorf School at 212 & 216 South Washington Street to operate a private academic school (CD zone).
• City Charter Section 9.06 Case #2021-00002: review of whether dissolution of a private covenant at 731 South Pickett Street (city-owned) is consistent with the Master Plan.
• Armistead Boothe Park RPA Exception: request for 0.36 acres of impervious synthetic turf surface in a Resource Protection Area at 520 Cameron Station Boulevard.
• Major redevelopment of the former Landmark Mall site (5701-5901 Duke Street) including Master Plan amendment, zoning text amendment to create CDD #29, rezoning, conceptual design plan, and subdivision.

The Planning Commission recommended approval of the Landmark Mall redevelopment, including master plan and zoning amendments, rezoning, and a conceptual design plan for a mixed-use neighborhood. It also approved several special use permits for residential and school projects, an encroachment, and a park resource protection area exception. All votes were unanimous with recusals as noted.

• Recommended approval of Master Plan Amendment #2020-00009 for Landmark Mall redevelopment (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Zoning Text Amendment #2021-00002 to establish CDD #29 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Rezoning #2021-00003 to CDD #29 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of CDD Conceptual Design Plan #2020-00007 for Landmark Mall (5-0)
• Approved Subdivision #2021-00003 for Landmark Mall lots (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit #2021-00040 for 4817 Peacock Ave single-family home (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit #2021-00044 for Potomac Crescent Waldorf School (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Development Special Use Permit #2020-10019 for Carlyle Plaza (6-0)

City Council Legislative Meeting

The City Council will vote on a rezoning and master plan amendment for Inova Hospital, adopt the 2021 personal property tax relief rates, and approve $789,909 in contingent reserves for mental health and teen wellness. Other items include a bond issuance for the Landmark Mall redevelopment and capital projects, a proclamation for the retiring police chief, and an update on the Torpedo Factory Art Center.

• Rezoning 4250 and 4320 Seminary Road from single-family to RB/Townhouse zones for Inova Hospital (item 14)
• Release of $789,909 from FY 2022 contingent reserves for mental health resources and teen wellness (item 19)
• Authorization of general obligation bonds for city and schools capital projects and Landmark Mall redevelopment (item 22)
• Adoption of 2021 personal property tax relief rates (item 17)
• Proclamation recognizing Police Chief Michael L. Brown upon his retirement (item 6)

City Council approved several funding measures, including a $60 million bond issuance for Episcopal High School and $160,000 for pretrial and probation program improvements. The Council also approved a $50,000 brownfields grant application and established 2021 personal property tax relief rates.

• Authorized revenue bonds up to $60,000,000 for Protestant Episcopal High School (RES. NO. 3008)
• Allocated $160,000 from contingent reserves for pretrial and probation program improvements
• Adopted resolution for $50,000 VBAF grant application for former GenOn Power Plant Site (RES. NO. 3007)
• Established 2021 Personal Property Tax Relief rates (RES. NO. 3009)
• Authorized $35,400 EEOC contract for the Office of Human Rights
• Approved first reading of ordinances for 2424 Mill Road signs and Inova Hospital rezoning/master plan
• Adopted resolution for Transportation Alternatives Set Aside program FY 2023-2024 (RES. NO. 3010)
• Deferred release of $789,909 for school-age mental health resources to July 6

City Council Public Hearing

The City Council will hold a public hearing and final vote on the FY2022 budget appropriation ordinance and a supplemental FY2021 appropriation. They will also hear public comment on draft funding priorities for the American Rescue Plan Act. Other business includes several special use permits, zoning map amendments, and lease agreements.

• Second reading and final passage of the FY2022 city budget appropriation
• Public hearing on American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) draft funding priorities
• Special use permit for outdoor dining with over 40 seats at 203 Strand Street (Chadwicks)
• Master plan amendment and rezoning for Inova Hospital at 4250 and 4320 Seminary Road
• Amendment of lease for city office space at Tavern Square (421 King Street)

The City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2022 budget, several zoning and master plan amendments, and lease extensions. The meeting was held electronically due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Approved FY2022 appropriations ordinance (ORD. 5349)
• Approved supplemental appropriation ordinance for FY2021 (ORD. 5350)
• Approved ordinance amending council and school board terms (ORD. 5351)
• Approved zoning ordinance for CDD zones (ORD. 5352)
• Approved Braddock Road Metro Station Small Area Plan amendment (ORD. 5353)
• Authorized execution of lease amendment for WG Tavern Square (421 King St.)
• Authorized execution of lease amendment for Casa Chirilagua (4109 Mount Vernon Ave.)
• Authorized execution of license extension for UpCycle Creative Reuse (1605 Cameron St.)

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will hold an electronic public hearing to consider several property modification requests, including partial demolition and alterations at 1215 Queen Street and alterations at 1213 Queen Street. The board will also take up a legal training item and approve minutes from the prior meeting. A request for partial demolition and alterations at 413 North Washington Street has been deferred by the applicant.

• Partial demolition/encapsulation at 1215 & 1215 ½ Queen Street (BAR #2021-00121)
• Addition and alterations at 1215 & 1215 ½ Queen Street (BAR #2021-00123)
• Alterations at 1213 Queen Street (BAR #2021-00125)
• Deferral requested for partial demolition/encapsulation at 413 North Washington Street (BAR #2021-00236)
• Deferral requested for alterations at 413 North Washington Street (BAR #2021-00261)

The Board of Architectural Review approved a resolution and policy to hold meetings electronically due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The board also approved several architectural alteration and demolition requests and accepted deferrals for two other projects.

• Approved resolution to conduct meeting electronically (6-0)
• Approved electronic participation policy (6-0)
• Approved BAR #2021-00121 and #2021-00123 (5-1)
• Approved BAR #2021-00125 (5-1)
• Accepted deferral request for BAR #2021-00236 and #2021-00261
• Approved BAR #2020-00507 alterations at 319 Cameron Street
• Approved BAR #2021-00234 window replacement at 208 North Royal Street
• Approved BAR #2021-00258 window replacement at 209 North Columbus Street

Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting electronically to consider two special exceptions for second-story additions and review prior meeting minutes.

• Hearing on BZA #2021-00006 at 2706 Holly Street
• Hearing on BZA #2021-00007 at 16 West Masonic View Avenue
• Consideration of May 10, 2021 hearing minutes
• Resolution to conduct the meeting electronically due to COVID-19

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved two special exceptions for second-story additions in required side yards. The Board also approved the minutes from May 10, 2021, and a resolution to conduct the meeting electronically.

• Approved Resolution Finding Need to Conduct the Board of Zoning Appeals Electronically (5-0)
• Approved BZA #2021-00006 for second story addition at 2706 Holly Street (5-0)
• Approved BZA #2021-00007 for second story addition at 16 West Masonic View Avenue (5-0)
• Approved May 10, 2021 hearing minutes (5-0)

City Council Legislative Meeting

The City Council will meet electronically to act on a consent calendar, introduce ordinances, and consider several appointments and lease amendments. Key items include the first reading of the FY 2022 budget ordinance and a supplemental appropriation for FY 2021, along with a resolution to continue electronic meetings due to COVID-19.

• First reading of ordinance making appropriations for FY 2022 city government support.
• First reading of supplemental appropriation ordinance for FY 2021.
• Consideration of amendment to lease at Tavern Square Office Building (421 King Street).
• Consideration of amendment to lease with Casa Chirilagua at 4109 Mount Vernon Avenue.
• Resolution approving ATHENA Rapid Response Innovation Lab for Navy and city workforce development (roll-call vote).

The City Council approved the consent calendar, which included resignations, appointments, and lease amendments, and adopted an ordinance for Fiscal Year 2022 appropriations. The meeting was held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Adopted resolution finding need for electronic meetings
• Approved minutes from March and April 2021 meetings
• Endorsed Pride Month and Animal Welfare League proclamations
• Accepted resignations from 5 board members
• Appointed 14 members to 13 city boards and commissions
• Received monthly financial report for April 2021
• Set public hearing for lease amendment with WG Tavern Square
• Passed ordinance for FY 2022 city government appropriations

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review is meeting electronically to consider several requests for building alterations and partial demolitions. The board will review new business items and previously deferred requests for various properties within the city.

• Partial demolition and alterations at 500 South Washington Street (Capital One N A)
• Partial demolition, addition, and alterations at 435 North Fayette Street
• Partial demolition, addition, and alterations at 114 North Alfred Street
• Partial demolition, encapsulation, addition, and alterations at 1215 and 1215 ½ Queen Street
• Alterations at 130 Prince Street

The Board of Architectural Review voted to approve four alteration and demolition permits, including a request from Capital One at 500 South Washington Street. The board also deferred three other requests and approved the virtual meeting resolution and prior minutes. The meeting adjourned at 7:36 PM.

• Approved resolution to conduct the meeting electronically (7-0)
• Approved minutes from May 19, 2021 (7-0)
• Deferred BAR #2021-00230 at 130 Prince Street (unanimous)
• Deferred BAR #2021-00121 and #2021-00123 at 1215 and 1215½ Queen Street (unanimous)
• Deferred BAR #2021-00125 at 1213 Queen Street (unanimous)
• Approved BAR #2021-00198 and #2021-00199 (partial demolition/encapsulation and alterations) at 500 South Washington Street (6-0)
• Approved BAR #2021-00216 (alterations) at 601 Wilkes Street #101 (7-0)
• Approved BAR #2021-00223 and #2021-00229 (partial demolition/encapsulation, addition, and alterations) at 435 North Fayette Street (7-0)

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Alexandria Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on several special use permits and a master plan amendment. Key items include a rezoning to allow townhouse development on Inova Health Care Services' properties at 4250 and 4320 Seminary Road, and a special use permit for outdoor dining with more than 40 seats at Chadwicks on Strand Street. The meeting will be conducted electronically due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Master Plan Amendment #2021-00002 and Rezoning #2021-00001 for 4250 and 4320 Seminary Road – Inova Hospital: change land use from Institutional to Residential Medium and zone from R-20/R-8 to RB/Townhouse
• Special Use Permit #2021-00016 for outdoor dining with more than 40 seats at 203 Strand Street (Chadwicks)
• Special Use Permit #2021-00022 for business offices, private school, and restaurant on Block J at 2050 Ballenger Avenue (Carlyle SUP amendment)
• Special Use Permit #2021-00027 for parking reduction and lot modifications at 214 and 216 South Payne Street
• Special Use Permit #2021-00028 for a private academic school with more than 20 students at 601, 607, 609 South Washington Street and 710 Gibbon Street (The Linder Academy)

The Planning Commission approved five special use permits for outdoor dining, business offices, and schools. It also initiated a rezoning request for Inova Hospital to change land use and height limits. Four administrative permits for business changes were approved.

• Approved Special Use Permit #2021-00016 for outdoor dining at 203 Strand Street (7-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit #2021-00022 for offices and school at 2050 Ballenger Avenue (7-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit #2021-00027 for parking reduction at 214 & 216 South Payne Street (7-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit #2021-00028 for private school at 601, 607, and 609 South Washington Street (7-0)
• Initiated Master Plan Amendment #2021-00002 for Inova Hospital (5-1-1)
• Recommended approval of Master Plan Amendment #2021-00002 for Inova Hospital (5-1-1)
• Recommended approval of Rezoning #2021-00001 for Inova Hospital (5-1-1)
• Approved minutes from May 4, 2021 (7-0)

City Council Legislative Meeting

The Alexandria City Council will hold a virtual meeting to consider a resolution amending the Planning & Zoning fee schedule, approve a six-year WMATA capital funding agreement, and approve funding for COVID-19 eviction prevention. The meeting will also include reports on long-range planning and the Potomac Yard Metro.

• Resolution to amend Planning & Zoning fee schedule
• Approval of six-year WMATA Capital Funding Agreement
• Funding for COVID-19 eviction prevention response
• Consideration of FY 2022 to FY 2026 Housing and Community Development Plan
• Presentation on Potomac Yard Metro Report

The City Council approved a six-year WMATA capital funding agreement and amended the Planning & Zoning fee schedule. They also authorized a $200,000 ARPA allocation for eviction prevention and authorized a settlement for a litigation claim.

• Approved WMATA Capital Funding Agreement for FY 2022-2027
• Adopted resolution amending Planning & Zoning fee schedule
• Authorized $200,000 ARPA allocation for eviction prevention
• Authorized settlement for employee litigation claim
• Approved grant applications for Next Gen 9-1-1 and behavioral health
• Approved Draft FY 2022-2026 Consolidated Plan for Housing

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review is meeting to consider several requests for property alterations and concept reviews. The body will also review a request to install a small cell facility on a utility pole.

• Request to install small cell facility on a utility pole adjacent to 300 North Lee Street
• Request for alterations at 900 Franklin Street
• Request for alterations at 607 and 609 North Alfred Street
• Concept review request for 101 Duke Street
• Concept review request for 805, 809, 811, 815, and 823 North Columbus Street

The Board of Architectural Review approved four permit applications and several administrative items. All votes were 6-0. The most notable decision was approval of a Verizon small cell facility on a utility pole on public property adjacent to 300 North Lee Street. Concept reviews for 101 Duke Street and five addresses on North Columbus Street were listed under Other Business but no vote was recorded.

• Approved electronic meeting resolution (6-0)
• Approved minutes from May 3, 2021 meeting (6-0)
• Approved small cell facility at 300 N. Lee St. (BAR #2021-00180) (6-0)
• Approved alterations at 900 Franklin St. (BAR #2021-00195) (6-0)
• Approved alterations at 607 and 609 N. Alfred St. (BAR #2021-00237 & #2021-00239) (6-0)

City Council Public Hearing

The Alexandria City Council holds a public hearing to vote on several items, including final passage of a face-covering ordinance to prevent COVID-19 spread, an increase in ambulance service charges, and a major development project at Braddock West. Other items include a five-year housing plan, a license fee repayment for Potomac Riverboat Co., and appeals of planning decisions.

• Final passage of ordinance requiring face coverings in certain indoor and outdoor locations (item 12)
• Ordinance to increase ambulance service charges (item 10)
• Braddock West project: master plan amendment, rezoning, 180-unit building with affordable housing (item 18)
• Public hearing on FY2022-2026 Consolidated Plan for Housing and Community Development (item 14)
• Appeal of BAR denial of Verizon small cell facility at 215 N. Patrick St. (item 20)

The City Council approved a consent calendar of 13 items, including special use permits and ordinances to rename school districts and increase ambulance service charges. The Council also adopted an amended ordinance requiring face coverings to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

• Approved Consent Calendar items 4-7 (Special Use Permits)
• Approved Consent Calendar item 8 (Del Ray Gardens SUP) with conditions
• Approved Consent Calendar items 10-13 (Ordinances)
• Adopted ordinance renaming Maury School District to Naomi L. Brooks
• Adopted ordinance renaming Cora Kelly Center to Cora Kelly-"Chick" Armstrong
• Adopted ordinance increasing ambulance service charges
• Adopted ordinance amending city contracting procedures
• Adopted amended ordinance requiring face coverings to prevent COVID-19

City Council Legislative Meeting

The City Council is meeting electronically to discuss various city ordinances, board appointments, and financial reports. Key items include funding for affordable housing and the preservation of a historic museum.

• Memorandum of Understanding for $2.443 million in grant funds to rehabilitate the Freedom House Museum at 1315 Duke Street
• Proposed $500,000 predevelopment loan to Alexandria Housing Development Corporation for Arlandria-Chirilagua affordable housing
• Proposed ordinance to increase ambulance service charges
• Proposed ordinance to require face coverings in certain indoor and outdoor locations to prevent COVID-19
• Disposition of City-owned property located at 3002A Mosby Street

City Council adopted a resolution to continue holding meetings electronically due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The consent calendar was approved, which included acceptance of board resignations, appointments to various commissions, the monthly financial report, and first reading of ordinances on procurement, election district renaming, ambulance fee increases, and committee provisions. Three items were pulled for separate motions: a $500,000 housing predevelopment loan, dissolution of industrial park covenants, and a face covering ordinance; their outcomes are not recorded in the provided minutes.

• Adopted resolution finding need to conduct meetings electronically (Res. No. 2992)
• Accepted resignations of 6 members from boards and commissions
• Appointed/reappointed 8 members to boards and commissions
• Approved monthly financial report for period ending March 31, 2021
• Passed first reading of ordinance to amend procurement code
• Passed first reading of ordinance to rename Maury School and Cora Kelly election districts
• Passed first reading of ordinance to increase ambulance service charges
• Passed first reading of ordinance to amend committee provisions

Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is meeting electronically to conduct essential business. The board will consider a request for a special exception regarding a property at 314 Commerce Street.

• Special Exception request for 314 Commerce Street to construct a roof deck and pergola in the required rear yard

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a special exception for a roof deck and pergola at 314 Commerce Street. The board also approved the April 12, 2021 meeting minutes. The meeting was held electronically due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Approved BZA #2021-00005 (5-1-1)
• Approved April 12, 2021 minutes (7-0)
• Held meeting electronically due to COVID-19

City Council Special Meeting

The Alexandria City Council will hold a special meeting to adopt the FY2022 annual operating budget (including schools) and the FY2022–2031 Capital Improvement Program. The council will also finalize real and personal property tax rates for calendar year 2021, consider a residential refuse fee increase, and decide on a 1% pay bonus for certain Commonwealth employees based in Alexandria.

• Adoption of FY2022 Proposed Annual Operating Budget (including Schools) and Capital Improvement Program
• Final passage of ordinance setting real and personal property tax rates for 2021
• Resolution to adopt residential refuse fee increase for FY2022
• Resolution making planned 1% pay bonus applicable to certain Virginia state employees in Alexandria

The City Council adopted the FY2022 operating budget of $770.7 million and the Capital Improvement Program of $2.66 billion. The Council also set the real property tax rate at $1.11 per $100 of assessed value and approved a residential refuse fee increase to $484.22 per household.

• Adopted FY2022 operating budget ($770.7M)
• Adopted FY2022-2031 Capital Improvement Program ($2.66B)
• Set real property tax rate at $1.11 per $100 assessed value
• Set personal property tax rate at $5.33 per $100 for vehicles
• Set personal property tax rate at $4.75 per $100 for business property
• Set personal property tax rate at $4.50 per $100 for machinery and tools
• Adopted residential refuse fee increase to $484.22 per household
• Approved 1% pay bonus for certain Virginia employees based in Alexandria

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a zoning text amendment to allow certain uses in Coordinated Development District zones as permitted or administrative uses. They will also consider several special use permits, including a temporary trailer at 5101 Seminary Road, a private school at 3649 Wheeler Avenue, and an encroachment for steps at 2800 Hope Way. The draft Housing Affordability Recommendations for the Arlandria-Chirilagua Plan Update have been postponed to a future meeting.

• Zoning Text Amendment #2021-00001 to amend Section 5-602 for CDD zones
• Special Use Permit #2020-00107 for temporary trailer at 5101 Seminary Road
• Special Use Permit #2021-00011 for Heritage Montessori Day & Preschool at 3649 Wheeler Avenue
• Encroachment #2021-00001 for steps at 2800 Hope Way (The Spire & Episcopal Church of the Resurrection)
• Subdivision #2021-00002 to re-subdivide 1010 Duke Street into two lots

The Planning Commission recommended approval of Zoning Text Amendment #2021-00001, allowing certain uses in Coordinated Development District zones to be permitted or administrative. The commission also deferred draft Housing Affordability Recommendations for the Arlandria-Chirilagua Plan Update to a fall public hearing. Several special use permits were recommended for approval, including a parking reduction at 1015 Duke Street (5-2) and a school at 3649 Wheeler Avenue (6-0-1). The FY 2022 Long Range Planning Interdepartmental Work Program was endorsed unanimously.

• Initiated and recommended approval of Zoning Text Amendment #2021-00001 for CDD zones (7-0)
• Deferred draft Housing Affordability Recommendations for Arlandria-Chirilagua Plan Update to fall public hearing (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit #2020-00106 for parking reduction at 1015 Duke Street (5-2)
• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit #2021-00011 for Heritage Montessori school at 3649 Wheeler Avenue (6-0-1)
• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit #2020-00107 for temporary trailer at 5101 Seminary Road (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Encroachment #2021-00001 for steps at 2800 Hope Way (7-0)
• Endorsed FY 2022 Long Range Planning Interdepartmental Work Program (7-0)
• Approved Development Site Plan #2021-00001 for rear addition at 114 North Alfred Street (7-0)

City Council Work Session

The Alexandria City Council is holding a virtual budget worksession to conduct the final add/delete work session for the Fiscal Year 2022 budget. Public comment will be received. The meeting is held electronically due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Final Add/Delete Work Session on FY 2022 budget

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will hold a virtual public hearing to consider several requests for partial demolition, alterations, and signage at historic properties across Alexandria. Items include deferred cases at 24 Wolfe Street, 1215 Queen Street, and 425 North Alfred Street, as well as new applications at 610 South Lee Street and 405 South Washington Street. The board will also vote on consent calendar items and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Partial demolition/encapsulation and alterations at 24 Wolfe Street (BAR #2021-00139, 140)
• Partial demolition/encapsulation and addition/alterations at 1215 and 1215½ Queen Street (BAR #2021-00121, 123)
• Partial demolition/encapsulation and alterations at 425 North Alfred Street (BAR #2021-00143, 142)
• Partial demolition/encapsulation and alterations at 610 South Lee Street (BAR #2021-00170, 168)
• Partial demolition/encapsulation and addition/alterations at 405 South Washington Street (BAR #2021-00174, 175)

The Board of Architectural Review approved several alteration and demolition requests for historic properties, including projects at 610 South Lee Street and 405 South Washington Street as amended, all by 7-0 votes. The board also accepted deferrals for items at 24 Wolfe Street, 200 Commerce Street, and properties on Queen Street. Procedural actions included approval of the electronic meeting resolution and prior meeting minutes.

• Approved resolution to conduct meeting electronically (7-0)
• Approved minutes from April 21, 2021 (7-0)
• Accepted deferral of BAR #2021-00139 and #2021-00140 (24 Wolfe St.)
• Accepted deferral of BAR #2021-00152 (200 Commerce St. signage)
• Approved alterations at 117 Quay Street (7-0)
• Accepted deferral of BAR #2021-00121, #2021-00123, #2021-00125 (1215/1213 Queen St.)
• Approved partial demolition and alterations at 425 N. Alfred Street (7-0)
• Approved partial demolition and alterations at 610 S. Lee St. as amended (7-0)

City Council Legislative Meeting

The City Council will hold a work session on preliminary add/delete proposals for the FY2022 budget, followed by a regular legislative meeting. The agenda includes a consent calendar with a license amendment for Hornblower Cruises and grant applications for emergency response equipment, as well as discussion items on stream restoration and an electric vehicle charging infrastructure strategy. Key resolutions include supporting DC statehood, deferring the Upper King Street SMART SCALE grant application, and a motion to rescind the denial of the Braddock West development. A report on COVID-19 vaccination progress is also scheduled.

• Budget work session on FY2022 add/delete proposals
• Motion to rescind denial of Braddock West development at 1352-1362 Madison Street and 1319-1329 Wythe Street
• Resolution to support District of Columbia statehood
• Deferral of Upper King Street Multimodal Improvements SMART SCALE grant application
• Receipt and endorsement of Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Readiness Strategy

The City Council approved several grant applications totaling over $450,000, adopted resolutions supporting DC statehood and revising council meeting procedures, and deferred a $36.8 million road reconstruction project to a later funding cycle.

• Approved $350,624 Port Security Grant from FEMA
• Authorized $33,500 State Homeland Security Grant for swift water rescue
• Authorized $66,500 grant application for hazardous materials equipment
• Adopted resolution supporting DC statehood
• Adopted resolution approving federal funding priorities for Congressman Beyer
• Adopted revised resolution for Order of Business of Council Meetings
• Deferred Upper King Street Multimodal Improvements SMART SCALE grant to FY26-FY27
• Adopted FY 2021 City Council Schedule for April through July 2021

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will hold a public hearing to consider requests for alterations, demolitions, and roof replacements at various properties in Alexandria. The meeting is being held electronically due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Public hearing on partial demolition at 425 North Alfred Street
• Public hearing on alterations at 24 Wolfe Street
• Public hearing on alterations at 720 South Alfred Street
• Public hearing on alterations at 119 South Fairfax Street
• Review of small cell policy

The Board of Architectural Review approved three building alteration requests: 720 South Alfred Street (as submitted), 119 South Fairfax Street (as amended), and 714 South Alfred Street (as amended), each by a 5-0 vote. Two items at 425 North Alfred Street and two at 24 Wolfe Street were deferred at the applicant's request. The board also approved minutes from April 7, 2021, and reviewed but took no action on a small cell policy update.

• Approved minutes from April 7, 2021 meeting, as amended (unanimous consent)
• Accepted deferral of BAR#2021-00142 and BAR#2021-00143 (425 North Alfred Street) (unanimous)
• Accepted deferral of BAR#2021-00139 and BAR#2021-00140 (24 Wolfe Street) (unanimous)
• Approved alterations at 720 South Alfred Street (BAR#2021-00088) as submitted (5-0)
• Approved partial demolition and addition at 119 South Fairfax Street (BAR#2021-00098 and BAR#2021-00081) as amended (5-0)
• Approved alterations at 714 South Alfred Street (BAR#2021-00158) as amended (5-0)

City Council Public Hearing

The Alexandria City Council holds a public hearing on multiple items including final passage of a collective bargaining ordinance for city employees and creation of an independent community policing review board. The Council will also consider proposed tax rates for FY2022, the FY2022 budget add/delete proposals, and several special use permits. The meeting is held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Second reading and final vote on ordinance to add collective bargaining to City Code (Item 6)
• Second reading and final vote to create an Independent Community Policing Review Board and Policing Auditor (Item 7)
• Public hearing on proposed real and personal property tax rates for calendar year 2021 (FY2022) (Item 8)
• Public hearing on FY2022 City Council preliminary Add/Delete proposals including school resource officers and elimination of DASH fares (Item 9)
• Special use permit for two illuminated wall signs higher than 35 feet at 1310 Braddock Place (Item 4)

The City Council adopted an ordinance establishing a collective bargaining process for city employees and created an Independent Community Policing Review Board. The Council also approved several special use permits and the Alexandria Children and Youth Master Plan.

• Adopted Collective Bargaining Ordinance (ORD. NO. 5336)
• Adopted Independent Community Policing Review Board ordinance (ORD. NO. 5337)
• Adopted Alexandria Children and Youth Master Plan 2025
• Approved Special Use Permit #2021-00008 for illuminated signs at 1310 Braddock Place
• Approved Special Use Permit #2020-00108 for single-family dwelling on substandard lot at 7 West Walnut Street
• Approved Special Use Permit #2019-00004 for school addition at 400 Green Street
• Approved Special Use Permit #2019-00057 for coordinated sign program at Carlyle Crossing
• Approved Encroachment #2019-00003 for signs at Carlyle Crossing

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold its seventh budget work session, focusing on the Budget and Fiscal Affairs Advisory Committee (BFAAC) and the Accountable, Effective, and Well-Managed Government focus area. Public comment will be taken at the beginning and end of the session. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Budget Work Session #07
• Presentation from Budget and Fiscal Affairs Advisory Committee (BFAAC)
• Discussion of Accountable, Effective, and Well-Managed Government focus area
• Public comment period (15 minutes at start, remainder after work session)
• Meeting held virtually due to COVID-19 emergency

Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing and consider a request for variances from lot size, lot frontage, front yard setback, and side yard setback requirements to construct a single-family dwelling at 1117 Queen Street. The board will also consider approval of minutes from the March 8, 2021 meeting.

• BZA #2021-00002: request for variances to build a single-family home at 1117 Queen Street in CL/Commercial Low zone
• Variances sought from lot size, lot frontage, front yard setback, and side yard setback requirements
• Public hearing via Zoom due to COVID-19 pandemic; comments accepted in advance or during meeting
• Consideration of minutes from March 8, 2021 BZA hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance request from 1117 Queen Street, LLC to construct a single-family dwelling, with conditions, by a 6-1 vote. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the March 8, 2021 hearing. The meeting was held electronically due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Approved variance for lot size, frontage, front and side yard setbacks at 1117 Queen Street (6-1, with conditions)
• Approved minutes of March 8, 2021 Board of Zoning Appeals Hearing (7-0)

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Planning Commission will hold a work session on Arlandria-Chirilagua housing affordability and a public hearing on several special use permits. The body will also provide advisory recommendations regarding the Capital Improvement Program.

• Advisory recommendations for the Capital Improvement Program
• Special Use Permit for signs at 1310 Braddock Place
• Special Use Permit for a single-family dwelling at 7 West Walnut Street
• Subdivision request to re-subdivide two lots at 506 North Overlook Drive
• Development Special Use Permit for school addition at 400 and 400A Green Street

The Planning Commission approved several permits including a subdivision, illuminated signs, and a school addition. They also recommended approval for a coordinated sign program and a public hearing was held on COVID-19 recovery programs.

• Deferred Special Use Permit #2020-00107 (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit #2021-00008 (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit #2020-00108 (7-0)
• Approved Subdivision #2020-00009 (7-0)
• Determined Capital Improvement Plan is consistent with Master Plan (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Development Special Use Permit #2019-00004 (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit #2019-00057 (5-0)
• Recommended approval of Encroachment #2019-00003 (5-0)

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Alexandria Board of Architectural Review holds an electronic public hearing to decide on applications for demolition, encapsulation, alterations, and additions to historic properties. Items include deferred cases from previous meetings and new business. The board will also discuss its by-laws.

• Partial demolition/encapsulation at 119 South Fairfax Street (BAR #2021-00098)
• Alterations at 600 South Union Street by the City of Alexandria (consent calendar)
• Alterations at 1309 Prince Street (previously deferred)
• Addition and alterations at 203 Strand Street (new business)
• Partial demolition and addition at 1215 and 1215½ Queen Street (new business)

The Board of Architectural Review approved several requests for property alterations and partial demolitions across the city. Multiple other requests were deferred by unanimous consent. The board also approved the minutes from the March 17, 2021 meeting.

• Approved alterations at 600 South Union Street (6-0)
• Approved partial demolition and alterations at 1309 Prince Street (6-0)
• Approved partial demolition and alterations at 208 South Payne Street (6-0)
• Approved alterations at 712 South Alfred Street (6-0)
• Approved addition and alterations at 203 Strand Street (6-0)
• Approved partial demolition, addition, and alterations at 508 North Washington Street (6-0)
• Deferred requests for 119 South Fairfax Street, 108 Gibbon Street, and 1213-1215 Queen Street
• Approved March 17, 2021 meeting minutes

City Council Legislative Meeting

The Alexandria City Council will discuss draft housing affordability recommendations for the Arlandria-Chirilagua planning area, along with proposed ordinances to expand the stormwater utility fee's purpose, amend the Beauregard Small Area Plan (Upland Park), and update taxicab and for-hire vehicle regulations. A work session on revising the city's noise ordinance is also scheduled. The meeting includes consent items, contested appointments, and public comment.

• Discussion of Arlandria-Chirilagua housing affordability draft recommendations
• First reading of ordinance to expand stormwater utility fee purpose
• First reading of ordinance implementing Beauregard Small Area Plan amendment (Upland Park)
• First reading of ordinance to amend taxicab and for-hire vehicle regulations (Title 9 Chapter 12)
• Work session on revising the city's noise ordinance

The Alexandria City Council approved the consent calendar including first readings of ordinances to expand the stormwater utility fee purpose, adopt the Beauregard Small Area Plan amendment (Upland Park), and make supplemental appropriations for Fiscal Year 2021. The council also passed on first and second reading an ordinance adopting Supplement 87 of the Zoning Ordinance. Appointments were made to several boards and commissions, including the Ad Hoc Stormwater Utility and Flood Mitigation Advisory Group.

• Approved consent calendar including resignations, appointments, first readings of three ordinances, and receipt of financial and capital projects reports
• Passed ordinance adopting Supplement 87 of the Zoning Ordinance (roll-call vote, ORD. NO. 5335)
• Appointed Steven Nelson, Seth Tinkham, Stephen Hart, Benjamin Kirst, Leanne Desmond, Julie Crawford, and Katherin Auth Bingler to various boards/commissions
• Approved first reading of ordinance expanding Stormwater Utility Fee purpose, scheduled public hearing April 17
• Approved first reading of ordinance adopting Beauregard Small Area Plan amendment (Upland Park), scheduled public hearing April 17
• Approved first reading of supplemental appropriations ordinance for FY2021, scheduled public hearing April 17
• Received monthly financial report and FY2021 second quarter capital projects status report
• Appointed Dino Drudi and Charlotte Hall to Ad Hoc Stormwater Utility and Flood Mitigation Advisory Group

City Council Legislative Meeting

This virtual legislative meeting includes discussions on American Rescue Plan funding allocation, the Alexandria Children and Youth Master Plan 2025, and the conversion of the access street in front of the George Washington Masonic National Memorial. The council will also vote on extending the local COVID-19 emergency declaration, a resolution condemning anti-Asian American hate, and a consent calendar item waiving city loan residual receipts for nonprofits. A closed meeting for a personnel matter precedes public comment.

• Authorization to temporarily waive city loan residual receipts for nonprofits affected by COVID-19 (consent calendar)
• Introduction and discussion of the Alexandria Children and Youth Master Plan 2025
• Discussion of American Rescue Plan funding and proposed process timetable for decision making
• Roll-call vote on converting the access street in front of the George Washington Masonic National Memorial to one-way southbound
• Roll-call vote on extending the local emergency declaration for COVID-19 and on a resolution condemning anti-Asian American hate

The City Council extended the local COVID-19 emergency declaration through September 30, 2021, and approved converting the access street in front of the George Washington Masonic National Memorial to one-way southbound traffic. The Council also adopted a resolution condemning anti-Asian American hate.

• Extended local COVID-19 emergency declaration through September 30, 2021
• Authorized Director of Emergency Management to enter into contracts
• Approved one-way southbound conversion of access street in front of George Washington Masonic National Memorial
• Adopted resolution condemning anti-Asian American hate
• Approved up to $60,000 grant application for Alexandria Families for Safe Streets
• Utilized $450,000 in American Rescue Plan funding for interim bridge programs
• Adopted FY2021 City Council Schedule for March through July 2021
• Authorized waiving residual receipt payments on City affordable housing loans

City Council Special Meeting

At this special meeting, the Alexandria City Council conducted first readings of two proposed ordinances: one to add collective bargaining for city employees and another to establish an Independent Community Policing Review Board and an Independent Policing Auditor/Investigator. Public hearings on both items will occur at a later meeting. The council also held a public comment period.

• Introduction and first reading of ordinance to amend Title 2 to add Article E on collective bargaining for city employees.
• Introduction and first reading of ordinance to establish an Independent Community Policing Review Board and an Independent Policing Auditor/Investigator.
• Public hearings for both ordinances will occur at a subsequent meeting.
• Public comment period held at start of meeting and after docketed items.

The City Council passed the first reading of two ordinances: one establishing collective bargaining for city employees and another creating an Independent Community Policing Review Board. Both were scheduled for public hearings in April.

• Passed first reading of collective bargaining ordinance (21-0793)
• Passed first reading of Community Policing Review Board ordinance (21-0794)
• Scheduled public hearing for collective bargaining ordinance on April 17, 2021
• Scheduled public hearing for Community Policing Review Board ordinance on April 17, 2021
• Councilman Aguirre offered amendment to remove decertification language
• Councilman Aguirre offered amendment to increase decertification threshold from 30% to 50%

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will hold a public hearing electronically to consider requests for demolition, alterations, and new construction at various properties. The meeting will be conducted via Zoom due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Public hearing on partial demolition at 108 Gibbon Street
• Public hearing on new construction at 1413 and 1415 Princess Street
• Public hearing on alterations at 105 North Union Street
• Public hearing on roof replacements at 426 North Union and 114 Commerce Streets
• Administrative approvals for alterations at 312 South Washington Street

City Council Public Hearing

The Alexandria City Council holds a public hearing on multiple land-use items, including a 180-unit multifamily building at Braddock West with rezoning and affordable housing bonus density, and a 92-townhome project at Upland Park with a master plan amendment. Two ordinances—on collective bargaining and an independent policing review board—have been deferred to a special meeting on March 17.

• Braddock West: 180-unit multifamily building with rezoning from RB to OCH, affordable housing bonus density, and ground-floor commercial at 1352-1362 Madison St. and nearby addresses
• Upland Park: 92 townhomes plus park space, amending the Beauregard Small Area Plan and reducing multifamily units from 505 to 443 at 5143 Seminary Rd. and adjacent streets
• Revocation of auto sales/repair special use permit for Mid Atlantic Truck Center at 26 Dove St. due to violations
• DHL Express temporary trailer special use permit at 4513 Duke St.
• Closure of Wales Alley between South Union and Strand Streets to vehicular traffic

The Alexandria City Council approved nine special use permits and development plans, including a downtown entertainment venue with noise restrictions, and upheld the revocation of an auto sales permit. The meeting was held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Approved DHL trailer permit at 4513 Duke Street
• Approved Tall Ship Providence pier permit at 1A Prince Street
• Approved single-family home permit at 109 Stewart Avenue
• Upheld revocation of auto sales permit at 26 Dove Street
• Approved live entertainment permit at 711 Princess Street with noise restrictions
• Approved Tri Pointe townhouse project at 4901 Eisenhower Avenue
• Approved Upland Park development plan at Seminary Road and Fairbanks Avenue
• Approved Braddock West development plan at Madison and North West Streets

City Council Legislative Meeting

The Alexandria City Council will hold a legislative meeting on March 9, 2021, via Zoom due to COVID-19. The agenda includes consent items such as resignations and appointments, financial reports, and several ordinances for first reading. Key discussion items include an update on the 2021 Virginia General Assembly session and an ordinance to establish an Independent Community Policing Review Board.

• First reading of ordinance to create Independent Community Policing Review Board
• Update on the 2021 Virginia General Assembly session
• First reading of ordinance to close Wales Alley to vehicular traffic between South Union and Strand Streets
• First reading of ordinance to rezone properties at 416 S. Alfred St., 431 S. Columbus St., and others for Heritage at Old Town
• Consideration of a state rental assistance program for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities

City Council approved the consent calendar, which included first readings of ordinances to rezone properties for the Heritage at Old Town development, close Wales Alley to traffic, and vacate a portion of Oakville Street. Council also approved a $10,000 grant for underage drinking prevention and the 2021 Emergency Operations Plan update. The outcomes of separate motions on parking ordinance amendments and stormwater utility fee expansion were not recorded in the minutes.

• Approved consent calendar including first reading of rezoning for Heritage at Old Town (item 16), Wales Alley closure (item 13), and Oakville Street vacation (item 15)
• Approved $10,000 grant application for underage drinking prevention initiatives (item 8)
• Approved 2021 City of Alexandria Emergency Operations Plan update (item 9)
• Approved grant application for Urban Area Security Initiative Rail Operations Control Center Program Manager (item 10)
• Approved participation in state rental assistance program for individuals with disabilities (item 11)
• Appointed members to boards and commissions including Alexandria-Caen Sister City Committee, Children’s Collaborative Commission, Citizen Corps Council, HIV/AIDS Commission, Community Services Board, and Potomac Yard Design Advisory Commission (item 6)
• Received monthly financial report for period ending January 31, 2021 (item 7)
• Received resignations from Archaeological Commission, Commission for the Arts, and Landlord-Tenant Relations Board (item 5)

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council is holding a public hearing on the City Manager's proposed annual operating budget for FY2022 (including schools) and the Capital Improvement Program for FY2022–2031. The hearing also covers proposed tax rate recommendations. Adoption is scheduled for May 5, 2021, with a separate public hearing on the real property tax rate on April 17, 2021.

• Public hearing on FY2022 operating budget and CIP
• Proposed tax rate recommendations for real property
• Adoption scheduled for May 5, 2021
• Separate tax rate public hearing on April 17, 2021
• Virtual meeting due to COVID-19 emergency

The City Council held a virtual public hearing to receive comments on the proposed FY 2022 operating budget, capital improvement program, and real property tax rate. The meeting adjourned after 66 minutes of public testimony.

• Public hearing held on City Manager's FY 2022 budget and CIP
• Public hearing scheduled for April 17 on real property tax rate ordinance
• Adoption of budget scheduled for May 5
• Mayor Wilson requested budget memo on Senior Work Force Development Training Specialist position
• Councilman Seifeldein requested budget memo on Personal Property Tax increase from half penny to whole
• Meeting adjourned at 6:36 p.m.

Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals holds an electronic public hearing to decide on a variance request for an accessory structure at 3300 Elmore Drive, a special exception to increase roof and deck height at 208 South Payne Street, and a deferred item for variances at 1117 Queen Street. The board will also receive updates on RT Zone and ADU text amendments and consider minutes from the January 11, 2021 meeting. Public comments may be submitted in advance or during the hearing.

• Variance request from David and Jill Forbes to construct accessory structure in required side yards at 3300 Elmore Drive (R-8 zone)
• Special exception request from Alabama Ave LC to increase roof and rear deck height in required side yard at 208 South Payne Street (CL zone)
• Deferred item: variances for lot size, frontage, and setbacks at 1117 Queen Street to revert commercial building to single-family use
• Update on RT Zone text amendment
• Update on ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) text amendment

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will hold a public hearing to consider several alteration and demolition requests in historic districts. The most notable items involve Douglas Development's proposal for partial demolition and new signage at 603-607 King Street, and a concept review for 101 Duke Street. The board will also vote on minutes and consider by-laws.

• BAR #2021-00053/00052: Partial demolition/encapsulation, alterations, and signage at 603, 605, 607 King Street by Douglas Development
• BAR #2021-00024: Alterations at 502 North Alfred Street
• BAR #2020-00296/00363: Partial demolition and addition at 315 North Patrick Street (deferred from previous meeting)
• BAR #2020-00612: Concept review at 101 Duke Street by Cummings Investment Associates
• 11 administrative approvals for alterations, window replacements, and repointing at various addresses

The Board of Architectural Review held a virtual public hearing on March 3, 2021. They approved four items on the action docket: deferred the minutes from February 17; approved alterations at 502 North Alfred Street; approved partial demolition/encapsulation and addition/alterations at 315 North Patrick Street as amended; and approved partial demolition/encapsulation and alterations/signage at 603-607 King Street as submitted. All voting items passed 6-0. A concept review for 101 Duke Street was discussed but no vote was taken.

• Deferred minutes from February 17, 2021 meeting (no vote tally recorded)
• Approved BAR #2021-00024 for alterations at 502 North Alfred Street (6-0)
• Approved BAR #2020-00296 (partial demolition/encapsulation) and BAR #2020-00363 (addition/alterations) at 315 North Patrick Street, as amended (6-0)
• Approved BAR #2021-00053 (partial demolition/encapsulation) and BAR #2021-00052 (alterations and signage) at 603-607 King Street, as submitted (6-0)

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Alexandria Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed development at 4901 Eisenhower Avenue that includes 139 townhouse and multifamily units, a parking reduction, and a transportation management plan. Other items include a renovation of Joseph Hensley Park at 4200 Eisenhower Avenue, a request to close Wales Alley to vehicular traffic, and several special use permits. Two items have been deferred by the applicant. The meeting also includes election of officers and adoption of a meeting schedule.

• Development Special Use Permit for 139 units at 4901 Eisenhower Avenue (Tri Pointe Homes)
• Amendment to Beauregard Small Area Plan and Upland Park development at multiple addresses on Seminary Road, Fairbanks Avenue, and Foster Avenue
• Public hearing on proposed closure of Wales Alley to vehicular traffic (City Charter Section 9.06)
• Revocation hearing for Special Use Permit at 26 Dove Street (M & B Auto Sales / Mid Atlantic Truck Center)
• Special Use Permit for docking historic ship at Tall Ship Providence Pier near 1A Prince Street

The Planning Commission elected officers, then approved or deferred multiple development items. Most consequentially, it voted 7-0 to initiate and recommend approval of a Master Plan amendment, a Coordinated Development District concept plan amendment, and a Development Special Use Permit for the 92-townhome Upland Park project on Seminary Road, among other approvals. It also recommended revoking a special use permit for an auto sales and repair shop at 26 Dove Street due to violations, and deferred two items at the applicants' request.

• Re-elected Nathan Macek as Chair and Melissa McMahon as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of temporary trailer special use permit at 4513 Duke Street (7-0)
• Approved development site plan for Joseph Hensley Park renovation at 4200 Eisenhower Avenue (7-0)
• Found Wales Alley closure to vehicular traffic consistent with Master Plan (7-0)
• Recommended revocation of special use permit for M&B Auto Sales at 26 Dove Street (7-0)
• Recommended approval of mixed-use special use permit at 711 Princess Street for entertainment and dining (7-0)
• Deferred special use permit at 7 West Walnut Street and subdivision at 506 North Overlook Drive (each 7-0)
• Recommended approval of 139-unit Tri Pointe Homes development at 4901 Eisenhower Avenue (5-0, two recusals) and Upland Park project (7-0 on each of four motions)

City Council Legislative Meeting

The Alexandria City Council will hold a virtual legislative meeting to discuss a preliminary framework for allocating potentially forthcoming federal stimulus funding, consider a resolution to subsidize the stormwater utility fee for low-income and disabled property owners, receive an update on the 2021 Virginia General Assembly session, and hold a work session on Visit Alexandria marketing plans. A road conversion item has been deferred.

• Discussion of preliminary framework for allocating federal stimulus funding
• Consideration of resolution to subsidize stormwater utility fee for low-income/disabled property owners
• Work session on Visit Alexandria marketing plans
• Update on 2021 Virginia General Assembly session
• Deferred item: conversion of access street in front of George Washington Masonic National Memorial to one-way

City Council provided $1 million in interim bridge funding for food security and eviction prevention programs. The Council also approved a resolution to change how stormwater utility fee subsidies are provided to certain low-income and disabled property owners.

• Allocated $1.0 million in City funding for food security and eviction prevention programs
• Approved resolution to subsidize stormwater utility fees as expenditure grants instead of real estate tax exemptions (RES. NO. 2978)
• Authorized $4,500 grant application to the Virginia Commission for the Arts
• Endorsed proclamation for Irish American Heritage Month and Irish Cultural Celebration Day
• Adopted FY 2021 City Council Schedule for February 2021 through July 2021
• Deferred conversion of access street in front of George Washington Masonic National Memorial

City Council Public Hearing

This public hearing includes second reading and final passage of an ordinance to increase the city's stormwater utility fee. Council will also consider several major development projects: a 750-unit mixed-income complex (Heritage at Old Town), a 180-unit building with ground-floor commercial (Braddock West), and a 92-foot residential building (Newport Village). Other items include a park renaming to Shirley Tyler Unity Park, an action plan for Torpedo Factory Art Center, and a school expansion for St. Stephen's and St. Agnes.

• Stormwater utility fee increase (second reading/final passage)
• Heritage at Old Town: rezoning and 750-unit mixed-income development on multiple blocks
• Braddock West: 180-unit multifamily building with ground-floor commercial and alley vacation
• Newport Village: master plan amendment and rezoning for a 92-foot multifamily building
• Rename 3550 Commonwealth Avenue Park to Shirley Tyler Unity Park

The City Council approved several special use permits and zoning changes, including a rooming house permit with a five-year expiration, and renamed a park to Shirley Tyler Unity Park. The meeting was held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Approved Special Use Permit #2020-00080 for a rooming house at 300 North Fayette Street with a five-year expiration
• Approved Special Use Permit #2018-00030 for St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School expansion
• Approved License Extension for Tall Ship Providence Foundation
• Adopted recommendation to rename 3550 Commonwealth Avenue Park to Shirley Tyler Unity Park
• Received Action Plan for Vibrancy and Sustainability at Torpedo Factory Art Center
• Approved Special Use Permit #2020-00097 for parking reduction at 428 North Pitt Street
• Upheld Planning Commission denial for monument sign permit at 3541 West Braddock Road
• Approved rezoning and development permits for Heritage at Old Town project

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will hold an electronic public hearing to decide on several permit requests, including installation of a small cell facility on a new standalone pole near 500 South Royal Street and alterations at multiple historic properties. Items on the consent calendar may be approved as a group unless removed. Public comments are accepted in advance or during the meeting.

• Small cell facility on new standalone pole adjacent to 500 South Royal Street (BAR #2020-00598)
• Alterations at 401 Duke Street (BAR #2021-00019)
• Partial demolition/encapsulation and addition at 311 Wolfe Street (BAR #2021-00012/13)
• Partial demolition/encapsulation and addition at 302 South Saint Asaph Street (BAR #2021-00017/22)
• Concept review for multiple properties at 805-823 North Columbus Street (BAR #2021-00048)

The Board of Architectural Review approved 10 alteration and demolition requests and denied one small cell facility installation. The meeting was held electronically due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Approved BAR #2020-00598 small cell facility (6-1)
• Approved BAR #2021-00019 alterations at 401 Duke Street (7-0)
• Approved BAR #2021-00021 alterations at 225 North West Street (7-0)
• Approved BAR #2021-00032 alterations at 402 North Fayette Street (7-0)
• Denied BAR #2020-00553 small cell facility (4-3)
• Approved BAR #2021-00012 and #2021-00013 at 311 Wolfe Street (6-1)
• Approved BAR #2021-00022 and #2021-00017 at 302 South Saint Asaph Street (7-0)
• Deferred BAR #2021-00020 and #2021-00023 at 314 Commerce Street

City Council Special Meeting

At this special meeting, the Alexandria City Council will receive a presentation of the proposed annual operating budget for FY 2022, including schools, the Capital Improvement Program for FY 2022–2031, and proposed tax rate recommendations. A public comment period will be held. Following the presentation, Council will hold a work session to discuss FY 2020 proposed operating revenues. No votes are scheduled; the meeting is informational and discussion-oriented.

• Presentation of Proposed Annual Operating Budget for FY 2022 (including Schools)
• Presentation of Proposed Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for FY 2022 to FY 2031 (including Schools CIP)
• Presentation of Proposed Tax Rate Recommendations
• Public comment period (first 15 speakers heard at start, remaining at end)
• Work session on FY 2020 Proposed Operating Revenues

The City Manager presented the proposed Annual Operating Budget for FY 2022, the Capital Improvement Program through FY 2031, and proposed tax rate recommendations. Following the presentation, the City Council held a work session regarding FY 2020 proposed operating revenues.

• Presented Proposed Annual Operating Budget for FY 2022
• Presented Proposed Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for FY 2022 to FY 2031
• Presented Proposed Tax Rate Recommendations
• Held work session on FY 2020 proposed operating revenues

City Council Legislative Meeting

This meeting includes decisions on renaming a park to Shirley Tyler Unity Park, introducing zoning and street name ordinances, and discussing the 2021 real property assessments. Council will also consider a proposed crisis intervention program and introduce a collective bargaining ordinance. Proclamations, appointments, and a City Manager report are on the agenda.

• Rename 3550 Commonwealth Avenue Park to Shirley Tyler Unity Park
• Introduction of ordinance to amend RT Zone setbacks (Text Amendment 2020-0010)
• Introduction of ordinance to change Swamp Fox Road to Hoffman Street
• Introduction of collective bargaining ordinance for city employees
• Consideration of calendar year 2021 real property assessments

The City Council approved the consent calendar, which included the appointment of residents to various city boards and commissions, and approved the renaming of 3550 Commonwealth Avenue Park to Shirley Tyler Unity Park. The Council also introduced ordinances regarding bulk and open space regulations and street name changes.

• Approved consent calendar with 13 items (resignations, appointments, grants, financial report, license extension)
• Approved renaming 3550 Commonwealth Avenue Park to Shirley Tyler Unity Park
• Approved Tall Ship Providence Foundation license extension for docking at City Marina
• Introduced ordinance to amend bulk and open space regulations (RT Zone Setbacks)
• Introduced ordinance to change Swamp Fox Road to Hoffman Street
• Received resignations from 4 board members
• Appointed 20 residents to city boards and commissions
• Approved FEMA grant application for firefighter wellness and fitness training

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review is meeting to consider requests for property alterations and demolition. The board will also review a draft of an updated roof policy.

• Small cell facility installation adjacent to 500 South Royal Street (Verizon Wireless)
• Small cell facility installation adjacent to 400 South Washington Street (Verizon Wireless)
• Alterations at 419 North Columbus Street and 634 North Alfred Street
• Partial demolition and addition at 414 North Union Street
• Review of updated roof policy draft

The Board of Architectural Review voted 6-0 to defer a request for partial demolition and addition at 414 North Union Street, sending the project back for restudy. The board also approved a small cell facility on a utility pole at 400 South Washington Street (5-0), alterations at 419 North Columbus Street (6-0), and alterations at 634 North Alfred Street (5-1). A request for a small cell facility at 500 South Royal Street was deferred at the applicant's request. The board reviewed an updated roof policy but took no formal action.

• Approved minutes from January 21, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted deferral of BAR #2020-00598 (small cell facility at 500 S Royal St) at applicant's request
• Approved BAR #2020-00626 (small cell facility at 400 S Washington St) as amended (5-0, Sprinkle recused)
• Approved BAR #2021-00001 (alterations at 419 N Columbus St) as submitted (6-0)
• Approved BAR #2021-00003 (alterations at 634 N Alfred St) as submitted (5-1)
• Deferred BAR #2021-00004 and #2021-00005 (partial demolition, addition at 414 N Union St) for restudy (6-0)
• Reviewed updated roof policy; no action taken

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Planning Commission holds public hearings on several items, including a rezoning and development special use permit for the Heritage at Old Town project that would construct 750 mixed-income multifamily units across three blocks. Other items include a school expansion at St. Stephen's and St. Agnes, a subdivision at 4300 King Street, and a rooming house special use permit. The meeting is held electronically due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Rezoning and development special use permit for Heritage at Old Town (416 S Alfred St, 431 S Columbus St, 901 Gibbon St, 450/510 S Patrick St, 900 Wolfe St) — 750 mixed-income units, floor area ratio increase to 3.0, bonus density for affordable housing
• Development special use permit for St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School Upper School expansion (1000 Saint Stephen's Road) — building addition, parking, enrollment increase to 520 students
• Master plan amendment and rezoning for Newport Village (4898 West Braddock Road) — height increase to 92 feet, new multifamily building with floor area ratio increase to 2.3
• Special use permit for a rooming house at 300 North Fayette Street (1201 Queen Street)
• Subdivision at 4300 King Street, 3101 Park Center Drive, and 4401 Ford Avenue to re-subdivide three lots into two

The Planning Commission approved seven zoning and development permits, including a rezoning for a mixed-income apartment complex and a school expansion. They also approved administrative permits and the minutes from the previous meeting.

• Approved Special Use Permit #2020-00080 for rooming house (7-0)
• Approved Subdivision #2020-00003 for Park Center (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit #2020-00097 for parking reduction (7-0)
• Recommended denial of Special Use Permit #2020-00091 for monument sign (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Rezoning #2020-00006 for Heritage at Old Town (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Development Special Use Permit #2020-10032 for Heritage at Old Town (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Development Special Use Permit #2018-00030 for St. Stephen's School (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Master Plan Amendment #2020-00007 for Newport Village (7-0)

City Council Legislative Meeting

The Alexandria City Council will meet virtually on January 26, 2021, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Key agenda items include a first reading of an ordinance to increase the stormwater utility fee, an update on the 2021 Virginia General Assembly, and consideration of adopting the ResilientALX Charter. The council will also discuss housing contribution procedures, a transition of the Pretrial and Probation Office, and an alternative fuel policy.

• First reading of ordinance to increase the Stormwater Utility Fee
• Extension of the Potomac Yard Metrorail Implementation Work Group (Roll-call vote)
• Declaration of intent to reimburse capital expenditures from general obligation bonds (Roll-call vote)
• Update on the 2021 Virginia General Assembly and recommended positions on bills
• Consideration of adopting the ResilientALX Charter

City Council approved the first reading of a two-step stormwater utility fee increase from $140 to $210 per billing unit in June 2021 and to $280 in November 2021, and established an Ad Hoc Stormwater Utility and Flood Mitigation Advisory Group. The council also approved updated Housing Contribution Procedures requiring developers to submit exception requests at Concept 2 submission and fund an independent expert review. Additional actions included endorsing an Alternative Fuel Policy, concurring in the transition of the Pretrial and Probation Office to a standalone unit, and adopting legislative positions for the 2021 Virginia General Assembly.

• Approved first reading of stormwater fee increase: $70 increase to $210 in June 2021, another $70 to $280 in November 2021
• Established Ad Hoc Stormwater Utility and Flood Mitigation Advisory Group (RES. NO. 2977)
• Approved updated Housing Contribution Procedures with new developer exception process
• Endorsed Alternative Fuel Policy
• Concurred in Pretrial and Probation Office transition to standalone unit
• Approved resolution extending Potomac Yard Metrorail Implementation Work Group (RES. NO. 2975)
• Approved resolution on intent to reimburse from future bond proceeds (RES. NO. 2976)
• Adopted ResilientALX Charter

City Council Public Hearing

The City Council is holding a public hearing to discuss the adoption of the “All Alexandria: Committing to Race and Social Equity” resolution. The body will also consider several zoning text amendments, special use permits for residential and commercial developments, and a street name change.

• Adoption of “All Alexandria: Committing to Race and Social Equity” Resolution
• Zoning Text Amendment to define and establish requirements for Accessory Dwelling Units
• Request to change street name from Swamp Fox Road to Hoffman Street
• Development Special Use Permit for a 180-unit multifamily building at Braddock West
• Development Special Use Permit for Inova Healthplex at 2412 and 2514 Richmond Highway

The City Council adopted Resolution 2974 to commit to race and social equity, requiring equity goals, trainings, and accountability mechanisms. The Council also approved two Planning Commission recommendations for special use permits.

• Adopted Resolution 2974 'All Alexandria: Committing to Race and Social Equity'
• Approved Special Use Permit #2020-00086 for Metro Fine Properties LLC
• Approved Development Special Use Permit #2019-00026 for Episcopal High School

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review is meeting electronically to consider requests for building alterations, new construction, and small cell facility installations across Alexandria. The meeting is accessible via Zoom webinar and government channels due to COVID-19 protocols.

• Electronic meeting held via Zoom webinar due to COVID-19
• BAR #2020-00616 OHAD: Request for partial demolition/encapsulation at 208 South Payne Street
• BAR #2020-00598 OHAD: Request to install small cell facility adjacent to 500 South Royal Street
• BAR #2020-00396 PG: Request for new construction at 1413 Princess Street
• BAR #2020-00619 OHAD: Request for partial demolition/encapsulation at 810 Prince Street

The Board of Architectural Review approved two alteration requests, a small cell facility, and deferred several items. It denied a request for alterations at 1000 Queen Street on a 7-0 vote. Multiple deferrals were accepted for applications including small cell facilities and new construction.

• Approved minutes from January 6, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved alteration at 512 Queen Street (7-0)
• Approved alteration at 130 Prince Street (7-0)
• Approved small cell facility adjacent to 1 Prince Street as amended (7-0)
• Denied alteration at 1000 Queen Street (7-0)
• Deferred partial demolition/alteration at 810 Prince Street for restudy (7-0)
• Accepted deferral of small cell facility at 500 South Royal Street
• Accepted deferral of new construction at 1413-1415 Princess Street

City Council Legislative Meeting

The City Council will hold a legislative meeting with public comment. Items include first reading of ordinances on truck traffic restrictions, day care drop-off zoning requirements, and the Oakville Triangle small area plan implementation. The consent calendar includes resignations, uncontested appointments, and several grant applications. Council will also consider roll-call consent items for DASH commuter grant and state aid for rail/transit, and contested appointments to various boards.

• Introduction of ordinance to amend truck traffic restrictions on certain streets
• Introduction of ordinance implementing pick-up/drop-off requirements for day care establishments
• Introduction of ordinance implementing Oakville Triangle & Route 1 West Corridor master plan amendment
• Consideration of grant application for Freedom House Museum exterior restoration
• Consideration of grant application for DASH I-395/95 Commuter Choice Grant Program

The City Council approved the minutes from previous meetings and endorsed a proclamation for Human Trafficking Awareness Day. The meeting included public discussion on stormwater utility fees and the presentation of reports and recommendations, but no substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved minutes from April 28, 2020 to September 22, 2020
• Endorsed proclamation recognizing January 11 as Human Trafficking Awareness Day
• Received resignations from Alexandria-Caen Sister Cities Committee
• Received resignations from Commission on Aging
• Received resignations from Waterfront Commission
• Uncontested appointments made to Archaeological Commission
• Uncontested appointments made to Beautification Commission
• Uncontested appointments made to Children, Youth and Families Collaborative Commission

Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is holding a public hearing to consider four property-specific requests for variances and a special exception. The board will also elect its officers for Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary.

• 113 South Saint Asaph Street: Request for variances to convert a commercial building to multi-family dwelling
• 314 Commerce Street: Request for variances to construct a roof deck and pergola
• 100 Cedar Street: Request for a Special Exception to construct an addition in the side yard setback
• 108 Gibbon Street: Request for variance from side and rear yard setback and height requirement
• Election of Board officers for Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary

The Board of Zoning Appeals denied three variance requests and approved one special exception. The board also elected new officers and approved prior meeting minutes.

• Denied BZA #2020-00023 (113 South Saint Asaph Street) 7-0
• Denied BZA #2020-00021 (314 Commerce Street) 7-0
• Approved BZA #2020-00026 (100 Cedar Street) 7-0
• Approved BZA #2020-00030 (108 Gibbon Street) 7-0
• Elected Laurence Altenburg as Chair, Mark Yoo as Vice Chair, Lee Perna as Secretary
• Approved December 14, 2020 meeting minutes 7-0

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Alexandria Board of Architectural Review holds an electronic public hearing on January 6, 2021, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The board will consider new construction at 1413 and 1415 Princess Street, a small cell facility on a utility pole near 215 North Patrick Street, and partial demolition/alterations at 323 South Washington Street. A key item is the review and potential adoption of updated window replacement policies that would affect future applications. Also on the agenda are alterations at 815 King Street and administrative approvals for various window, door, and siding replacements.

• New construction at 1413 Princess Street (BAR #2020-00396)
• New construction at 1415 Princess Street (BAR #2020-00412)
• Small cell facility on public property at 215 North Patrick Street (BAR #2020-00553)
• Partial demolition/encapsulation and alterations at 323 South Washington Street (BAR #2020-00534 & #2020-00528)
• Review of updated window replacement policies

The Board of Architectural Review denied a request for alterations at 815 King Street (7-0). It approved partial demolition and alterations at 323 South Washington Street (6-0, one recusal). Several items were deferred, including new construction at Princess Street and a small cell facility request. The board also approved the minutes from the previous meeting and discussed updated window replacement policies.

• Approved minutes from December 16, 2020 (unanimous)
• Accepted deferral of BAR #2020-00396 (new construction at 1413 Princess St) (unanimous)
• Accepted deferral of BAR #2020-00412 (new construction at 1415 Princess St) (unanimous)
• Accepted deferral of BAR #2020-00553 (small cell facility at 215 N Patrick St) (unanimous)
• Approved BAR #2020-00528 and #2020-00534 (partial demolition/encapsulation and alterations at 323 S Washington St) (6-0, Sprinkle recused)
• Denied BAR #2020-00588 (alterations at 815 King St) (7-0)

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on multiple development proposals, including a new church, school expansion, and mixed-use projects in Oakville Triangle. A key discussion is a zoning text amendment to permit accessory dwelling units (ADUs) throughout the city. The commission will also consider changes to Swamp Fox Road name and setback requirements in the RT zone.

• Zoning text amendment to define and permit accessory dwelling units (ADUs) with floor area exclusions and parking requirements
• Development special use permit for Episcopal High School to build two dormitories and a health center at 1200 N. Quaker Ln. and 4200 W. Braddock Rd.
• Development site plan for St. Andrew's United Methodist Church at 845 N. Howard St. to demolish and rebuild church with surface parking
• Street name case to change Swamp Fox Road to Hoffman Drive
• Development special use permit for Inova Healthplex medical care facility at 2412 and 2514 Richmond Highway with accessory valet parking and illuminated sign

The Planning Commission approved 10 development projects and zoning text amendments, including accessory dwelling unit rules and RT zone setbacks. The meeting was held electronically due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Approved Special Use Permit #2020-00086 (7-0)
• Approved Development Special Use Permit #2019-00026 (7-0)
• Approved Development Site Plan #2020-00010 and Subdivision #2020-00001 (7-0)
• Accepted Draft FY 2022 Long Range Planning Work Program (7-0)
• Initiated Zoning Text Amendment #2020-00007 for accessory dwellings (7-0)
• Initiated Zoning Text Amendment #2020-00010 for RT zone setbacks (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Street Name Case #2020-00005 (6-0)
• Approved Development Site Plan #2020-00031, Subdivision #2020-00007, and Vacation #2020-00005 (5-0)