Alexandria public meetings in 2022

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will hold public hearings and decide on several alteration and demolition requests in the Old and Historic District. Items include a Catholic Diocese request for alterations at 1001 S Royal Street, a demolition/encapsulation at 329 North Washington Street, and alterations at 130 Prince Street and 319 North Alfred Street. The board will also review administrative approvals for antenna work at 501 Slaters Lane and building repairs at 516 Oronoco Street.

• BAR #2022-00501: Catholic Diocese of Arlington requests alterations at 1001 S Royal Street
• BAR #2022-00529/00530: Demolition/encapsulation and alterations at 329 North Washington Street by Hershel Kleinberg and Lisa Cohen
• BAR #2022-00521: Alterations at 130 Prince Street by Greg Wilson and Kathleen Cummings
• BAR #2022-00534: Alterations at 319 North Alfred Street by Harold White
• Administrative approvals include antenna replacement at 501 Slaters Lane and window, door, stoop, and roof work at 516 Oronoco Street

The Board of Architectural Review approved requests for alterations at 1001 S Royal Street and 130 Prince Street. Three other requests for alterations and demolition were deferred. Several administrative approvals were also recorded for antenna, window, door, and roof work.

• Approved alterations at 1001 S Royal Street (4-0)
• Approved alterations at 130 Prince Street (4-0)
• Deferred demolition/encapsulation and alterations at 329 North Washington Street
• Deferred alterations at 319 North Alfred Street
• Approved December 7, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council Public Hearing

At this public hearing, the City Council will consider zoning ordinance amendments, a rezoning, a master plan amendment, supplemental budget appropriations, and the 2023 legislative package. The most significant item is a set of three development special use permits for the West End (Landmark) Block I, K, E&G at 5801 Duke Street, proposing 1,117 residential units, commercial space, and medical offices. The Planning Commission has recommended approval for these projects.

• Special use permit for a temporary trailer at 500 North Union Street (Juicebox) – recommended approval 7-0
• Rezoning 2712 Duke Street from CG to RMF (residential multifamily) as part of Witter Place
• Supplemental appropriations ordinance for FY2023, including grant and ARPA funds
• Consideration of the proposed 2023 Alexandria Legislative Package for the General Assembly
• Three development special use permits at 5801 Duke Street: Block I (390 units, 105,000 sq ft commercial), Block K (337 units, 32,000 sq ft commercial), Blocks E&G (390 units, medical office) – all recommended approval 5-1

The City Council approved three development special use permits for mixed-use buildings at 5801 Duke Street (Landmark Mall site), totaling over 1,117 residential units and significant commercial and medical office space. The council also adopted the 2023 Legislative Package, zoning text amendments, and supplemental appropriations for FY2023. All actions followed Planning Commission recommendations.

• Approved Special Use Permit #2022-00062 for a temporary trailer at 500 North Union Street (consent calendar)
• Adopted zoning text amendments for loading space definitions and coordinated development districts (Roll-Call Consent, ORD. 5468 & 5469)
• Adopted Master Plan Amendment for Taylor Run/Duke Street Small Area Plan (Witter Place) (ORD. 5470)
• Rezoned 2712 Duke Street from CG to RMF (ORD. 5471)
• Adopted supplemental appropriations for FY2023 (ORD. 5472)
• Adopted the 2023 Legislative Package for the Virginia General Assembly
• Approved Development SUP #2022-10015 for West End Block I: 390 units, 105,000 sq ft commercial (PC 5-1)
• Approved Development SUP #2022-10016 for West End Block K: 337 units, 32,000 sq ft commercial (PC 5-1)

City Council Legislative Meeting

The Alexandria City Council will discuss a legislative package for the 2023 General Assembly and consider several zoning ordinances. The body is also reviewing a monthly financial report and various board appointments.

• Ordinance for supplemental appropriations for City Government for Fiscal Year 2023
• Rezoning of 2712 Duke Street from Commercial General to Residential Multifamily
• Funding request for FY 2029 Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality and Regional Surface Transportation Program funds
• Zoning amendments for 2424 Mill Road and 2403 Mandeville Lane
• Amendment to the Taylor Run/Duke Street Small Area Plan chapter of the Master Plan

The City Council approved the consent calendar (items 7-16, except item 10) which included accepting resignations from several board members, appointing new members to multiple boards and commissions, and introducing first readings of ordinances related to supplemental appropriations, zoning text amendments, and a rezoning. The council also adopted a resolution for a closed executive session to discuss potential investments to attract businesses to Alexandria. Item 10 (term extension of the Ad Hoc Open Space Steering Committee) was considered under a separate motion, but the outcome was not recorded in the minutes.

• Accepted resignations from Alison O'Connell, Amy White, Christopher Soghoian, Antonio Tamariz, Aisha Salazar, and Anya Walker (unanimous)
• Appointed Felicia Brewster, Coss Lumbe, Murat Omay, Oleksandr Faryga, and others to various boards and commissions (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including first readings of supplemental appropriations, zoning amendments, and rezoning ordinance (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution approving closed executive session (RES. NO. 3121) (unanimous)
• Endorsed proclamation recognizing December 31, 2022 as Fair Weather Night for First Night Alexandria (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of October 11, 15, 25, and November 9, 2022 meetings (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing and consider two variance requests: one for a screened porch at 3 Washington Circle and another for a second-story addition at 114 North Payne Street. The board will also approve minutes from the November 14, 2022 meeting.

• Variance request (BZA #2022-00017) to construct a screened porch in the required front yard at 3 Washington Circle, zoned R-8/Single-Family Residential
• Variance request (BZA #2022-00022) for a second-story addition in the required side yards at 114 North Payne Street, zoned CD/Commercial Downtown
• Consideration of minutes from the November 14, 2022 Board of Zoning Appeals public hearing

The Board approved a variance for a second-story addition at 114 North Payne Street. A request for a screened porch variance at 3 Washington Circle failed to reach a decision due to tied votes. The board also approved the minutes from the November 14, 2022 hearing.

• Approved variance for second-story addition at 114 North Payne Street (6-0)
• Denied motion to defer variance request for 3 Washington Circle (3-3)
• Denied motion to approve variance request for 3 Washington Circle (3-3)
• Approved November 14, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will hold a public hearing on December 7, 2022, to consider several Certificate of Appropriateness requests, including demolition/encapsulation at 704 King Street and 227 S Fairfax Street, and a CoA at 1001 S Royal Street. Also on the agenda is a presentation on a charging station policy and various administrative approvals.

• Request for demolition/encapsulation and Certificate of Appropriateness at 704 King Street (First National Bank of Pennsylvania)
• Request for Certificate of Appropriateness at 1001 S Royal Street (Catholic Diocese of Arlington)
• Requests for demolition/encapsulation and Certificate of Appropriateness at 227 S Fairfax Street (Errol de Montille)
• Consent calendar: Certificate of Appropriateness at 400 Wolfe Street (Elizabeth Gorman)
• Charging Station Policy presentation and discussion

The Board approved amended requests for work at 704 King Street and adopted a new Charging Station Policy. Several other project requests were deferred by unanimous consent.

• Approved November 16, 2022 meeting minutes
• Accepted deferral of BAR #2022-00501 (1001 S Royal Street)
• Accepted deferral of BAR #2022-00498 and BAR #2022-00516 (227 S Fairfax Street)
• Accepted deferral of BAR #2021-00495 (400 Wolfe Street)
• Approved BAR #2022-00505 and BAR #2022-00506 for 704 King Street, as amended (6-0)
• Approved Charging Station Policy, as amended (6-0)

City Council Special Meeting

This special meeting of the Alexandria, VA City Council consists solely of a roll-call vote to enter a closed executive session. The closed session will discuss a personnel matter, investment of public funds involving competition, a public contract, and a specific legal matter. The meeting opens with roll call and adjourns after the closed session vote.

• 23-0564: Consideration of a closed executive session for personnel, investments, public contract, and legal matters (roll-call vote)

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Alexandria Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three large mixed-use developments at 5801 Duke Street in the Landmark West End redevelopment, totaling over 1,100 residential units and 217,000 sq. ft. of commercial space. The commission will also consider a temporary trailer special use permit, a street naming for five new streets in the project, and a zoning text amendment to streamline transportation management plans. Several administrative permits for restaurants and daycare are listed as approved.

• Development Special Use Permit for Block I at 5801 Duke Street: 390 units, 105,000 sq. ft. commercial, parking modification, and Tier III TMP
• Development Special Use Permit for Block K at 5801 Duke Street: 337 units, 32,000 sq. ft. commercial, reduced parking, and Tier III TMP
• Development Special Use Permit for Blocks E&G at 5801 Duke Street: 390 units, 80,400 sq. ft. commercial, 119,500 sq. ft. medical office, parking and penthouse modifications
• Zoning Text Amendment #2022-00012 to allow administrative changes to Transportation Management Plans
• Special Use Permit #2022-00062 for a temporary trailer at 500 North Union Street (Juicebox)

The Planning Commission recommended approval for three large-scale mixed-use developments at 5801 Duke Street. The commission also approved a street naming case for the West End Alexandria redevelopment and a temporary trailer permit for Juicebox. Several items, including a zoning text amendment and a sustainability strategy, were deferred.

• Recommended approval of DSUP #2022-10015 and TMP SUP #2022-00077 for 390 units and 105,000 sq. ft. commercial space (5-1)
• Recommended approval of DSUP #2022-10016 for 337 units and 32,000 sq. ft. commercial space (5-1)
• Recommended approval of DSUP #2022-10017 for 390 units, 80,400 sq. ft. commercial, and 119,500 sq. ft. medical office space (5-1)
• Approved Street Naming Case #2022-00003 for five new public streets in West End Alexandria (6-0)
• Recommended approval of SUP #2022-00062 for a temporary trailer at 500 North Union Street (7-0)
• Deferred Zoning Text Amendment #2022-00012 regarding Transportation Management Plans (7-0)
• Deferred Potomac River Generating Station Coordinated Sustainability Strategy (7-0)
• Adopted resolution to set meeting schedule and continuation dates (7-0)

City Council Legislative Meeting

The Alexandria City Council will vote on a resolution to update fiscal year 2024 budget guidance and consider a collective bargaining agreement with the police union. The meeting also includes a public hearing on the agreement and updates on housing initiatives.

• Resolution to update FY 2024 budget guidance
• Public hearing on police union collective bargaining agreement
• Update on Zoning for Housing Initiatives
• Presentation of proclamations for Scottish Christmas Walk and Del Ray Turkey Trot
• Receipt of Fiscal Year 2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report

City Council adopted a resolution to fund a tentative collective bargaining agreement with the Southern States Police Benevolent Association. The Council also updated the FY 2024 budget guidance and approved a resolution for electronic participation by council members.

• Adopted resolution to fund tentative collective bargaining agreement with Southern States Police Benevolent Association (RES. NO. 3119)
• Adopted updated FY 2024 Budget Guidance Resolution
• Adopted electronic participation resolution for City Council members (RES. NO. 3116)
• Received Fiscal Year 2022 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
• Approved City Council schedule including a Special Meeting on December 6, 2022
• Endorsed proclamation for Annual Scottish Christmas Walk
• Endorsed proclamation declaring November 24, 2022 as Del Ray Turkey Trot Day

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will convene to approve minutes and then consider two deferred items at 403 North Henry Street: a Certificate of Appropriateness and a demolition/encapsulation request. The agenda also includes several administrative approvals for property modifications such as window replacements, sign approval, and facade repairs at various addresses.

• BAR #2022-00452 & #2022-00453: Certificate of Appropriateness and demolition/encapsulation at 403 North Henry Street (deferred from Nov 2)
• BAR #2022-00470: Step replacements at 228 South Washington Street
• BAR #2022-00457: Sliding door and window replacement at 1250 South Washington Street
• BAR #2022-00468: Sign approval at 1512 King Street
• BAR #2022-00454: Window replacements, fence, light poles, roof refinishing at 403 North Henry Street

The Board of Architectural Review approved a certificate of appropriateness and a demolition/encapsulation request for 403 North Henry Street, as amended, by a 7-0 vote. The board also approved the minutes from the November 2, 2022 meeting as submitted.

• Approved BAR #2022-00452 (Certificate of Appropriateness) and BAR #2022-00453 (demolition/encapsulation) at 403 North Henry Street, as amended (7-0)
• Approved the November 2, 2022 meeting minutes as submitted

Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals holds a public hearing on two special exception requests: one to increase roof height at 2704 Central Avenue and one to construct a garage with vehicle opening facing the front yard at 302 Lamond Place. Also on the agenda is a deferral request for a variance to build a screened porch at 3 Washington Circle. The board will consider approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Special Exception (BZA #2022-00019) at 2704 Central Avenue to increase roof height in required side yard, R-8 zoning
• Special Exception (BZA #2022-00020) at 302 Lamond Place to construct garage with opening facing front yard, R-8 zoning
• Variance (BZA #2022-00017) at 3 Washington Circle deferred by applicant; screened porch in required front yard facing Beverly Drive
• Consideration of minutes from October 17, 2022 Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing

The Board approved two special exception requests regarding residential roof height and garage orientation. A requested variance for a screened porch at Washington Circle was deferred. The Board also approved the minutes from the October 17, 2022 hearing.

• Approved BZA #2022-00019 roof height exception (4-0)
• Approved BZA #2022-00020 garage construction exception (4-0)
• Deferred BZA #2022-00017 variance request
• Approved October 17, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council Public Hearing

The Alexandria City Council holds a public hearing to vote on final passage of several ordinances, including prevailing wage requirements for public construction contracts, permanent closure of King Street to vehicles, and a tall ship franchise. The council will also consider a resolution to apply for a $50 million FEMA grant for waterfront flood mitigation, and vote on zoning changes and special use permits for developments and school field lights.

• $50 million FEMA BRIC grant application for Waterfront Flood Mitigation Project
• Final passage of ordinance establishing prevailing wage for public construction contracts
• Permanent closure of the unit block of King Street and northern portion of the Strand to vehicular traffic
• Franchise agreement to dock replica historic tall ship at the City Marina
• Special use permits for athletic field lighting at Francis C Hammond and George Washington middle schools

City Council approved a consent calendar with zoning text amendments and special use permits for properties on Mill Road, Edsall Road, and Eisenhower Avenue. They adopted ordinances to permanently close the unit block of King Street to vehicular traffic, establish prevailing wage requirements for public construction contracts, and grant a franchise for a historic tall ship at the city marina. A master plan amendment and rezoning for the Woodbine facility also passed.

• Approved zoning text amendment for internal loading spaces (consent item 4)
• Approved special use permit for animal care facility at 2424 Mill Road (consent item 5)
• Approved special use permit for auto sales/repair at 5800 Edsall Road (consent item 6, separate motion)
• Approved development special use permit and vacation for Restaurant Depot expansion at 4600 Eisenhower Ave (consent item 7)
• Adopted master plan amendment for Northridge/Rosemont Small Area Plan (roll-call item 8)
• Adopted rezoning of 2729 King Street to RB/Townhouse zone (roll-call item 9)
• Adopted ordinance to permanently close unit block of King Street and northern Strand to vehicular traffic (roll-call item 10)
• Adopted prevailing wage ordinance for public construction contracts (roll-call item 11, separate motion)

City Council Legislative Meeting

The Alexandria City Council will hold a legislative meeting starting at 7:00 PM after an executive session. The consent calendar includes introduction and first reading of ordinances on prevailing wages for public construction, permanent closure of the unit block of King Street, and rezoning of 2729 King Street. A separate roll-call item considers a $50 million FEMA grant application for the Waterfront Flood Mitigation Project.

• Consideration of a $50 million FEMA BRIC grant application for Waterfront Flood Mitigation (roll-call vote)
• Introduction and first reading of prevailing wage ordinance for public construction contracts
• Introduction and first reading of ordinance to permanently close the unit block of King Street to vehicular traffic
• Introduction and first reading of rezoning of 2729 King Street from R-8 to RB/Townhouse (Woodbine Rehab project)
• Introduction and first reading of franchise to Tall Ship Providence Foundation to dock at City Marina

City Council authorized the City Attorney to enter into a settlement agreement for litigation in Isopescu v. City of Alexandria, discussed in closed session. The Council approved the consent calendar (items 7-20) with separate consideration for tax write-offs (item 10) and the prevailing wage ordinance (item 16), which was introduced on first reading. Other first-reading introductions included ordinances for a tall ship franchise, permanent closure of the unit block of King Street, Woodbine Healthcare Facility plan and rezoning, and a cable code amendment.

• Authorized settlement in Isopescu v. City of Alexandria (closed session vote)
• Approved electronic participation resolution for remote Council members
• Approved minutes of Sept 13, Sept 17, and Sept 28 meetings
• Approved consent calendar with appointments, financial report, grants, and first-reading ordinances
• Approved write-off of property tax balances under $20
• Introduced prevailing wage ordinance for public construction contracts (first reading)
• Introduced ordinance to permanently close unit block of King Street to vehicular traffic (first reading)
• Introduced Woodbine rezoning and plan amendment ordinances (first reading)

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council is conducting an annual retreat focused on upcoming fiscal year planning. Discussions include general fund operating and capital budget forecasts, school system operating budgets, and employee compensation.

• General Fund Operating & Capital Budget Forecast
• ACPS Operating Budget presentation
• Employee Compensation discussion
• Budget and Fiscal Affairs Advisory Committee retreat information
• Approval of Electronic Participation Resolution

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will consider requests for demolition and a Certificate of Appropriateness for 901 King Street. The board will also review several administrative approvals for exterior home repairs. Three other items for N Henry Street and N Patrick Street were deferred by the applicants.

• Demolition/encapsulation and Certificate of Appropriateness request at 901 King Street
• Roof material replacement at 1501 Princess Street
• Window and frame replacement at 115 Prince Street
• Siding and brick stoop replacement at 1015 Queen Street
• Window installs at 312 N Henry Street

The Board approved a Certificate of Appropriateness and demolition/encapsulation for 901 King Street (items 6-7) by a 5-0 vote. Two earlier items (403 N Henry Street and 415 N Patrick Street) were deferred at the applicant's request. The board also approved the October 19, 2022 meeting minutes as submitted. Administrative approvals for several other properties were listed but not voted on during the hearing.

• Approved October 19, 2022 meeting minutes as submitted (unanimous)
• Deferred BAR #2022-00452 and #2022-00453 (403 N Henry Street) at applicant's request
• Deferred BAR #2022-00401 (415 N Patrick Street) at applicant's request
• Approved BAR #2022-00455 and #2022-00464 (901 King Street) as amended, 5-0

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several land use requests. Items include a request to close portions of King Street and the Strand to vehicular traffic, various athletic field lighting installations for local schools, and a multi-family affordable housing project at 2712 Duke Street.

• Subdivision of 1303 and 1305 Chancel Place
• Permanent closure of King Street and the Strand to vehicular traffic
• Zoning text amendment regarding internal loading spaces
• Animal care facility with overnight accommodation at 2424 Mill Road and 2403 Mandeville Lane
• Athletic field lighting for George Washington, Jefferson Houston, Patrick Henry, Simpson Stadium, and Francis C Hammond schools

The Planning Commission approved the permanent closure of a block of King Street and the northern portion of the Strand to vehicles. The commission also recommended approval for athletic field lighting at five different schools and parks. Several zoning text amendments and special use permits for animal care and auto sales were also processed.

• Approved Subdivision #2022-00006 for 1303 and 1305 Chancel Place (6-0)
• Found permanent closure of unit block of King Street and northern portion of the Strand consistent with Master Plan (5-0)
• Initiated and recommended approval of Zoning Text Amendment #2022-00013 regarding internal loading spaces (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Zoning Text Amendment #2022-00011 and related permits for animal care facility at 2424 Mill Road/2403 Mandeville Lane (6-0)
• Recommended approval of athletic field lighting permits for George Washington MS, Jefferson Houston ES, Patrick Henry ES, Eugene Simpson Stadium Park, and Francis C Hammond MS (all 6-0)
• Deferred Zoning Text Amendment #2022-00012 regarding Transportation Management Plans (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit #2022-00069 for auto sales and repair at 5800A Edsall Road (6-0)

City Council Legislative Meeting

This meeting includes an executive session on litigation, a work session on the FY 2024-2033 Capital Improvement Program, and proclamations. The council will consider releasing $500,000 in contingent reserve funds for minority business incubation and appointing an independent policing auditor/investigator. Consent items include ARPA program updates and annual board reports.

• Release of $500,000 in FY 2023 contingent reserve for minority business incubation
• Appointment of Independent Policing Auditor/Investigator
• Work session on FY 2024-2033 Capital Improvement Program
• Adoption of City Flag/Flagpole Policy
• Proclamations for Red Ribbon Week and ALIVE!/World Food Day

City Council appointed Kim Neal to the Office of the Independent Policing Auditor/Investigator effective December 12, 2022, and authorized the Mayor to execute an employment agreement. The Council also released $500,000 in FY 2023 Contingent Reserve for Minority Business Incubation programs supporting BIPOC-owned small businesses. Additionally, the Council adopted a city flag/flagpole policy for official governmental speech and approved the consent calendar, which included receiving the ARPA quarterly report and annual board attendance reports, removing members who failed to meet the 75% attendance requirement.

• Appointed Kim Neal as Independent Policing Auditor/Investigator, effective Dec 12, 2022
• Released $500,000 in FY 2023 Contingent Reserve for minority business incubation
• Adopted city flag/flagpole policy for official governmental speech (RES. NO. 3105)
• Approved consent calendar: appointed independent policing auditor, received ARPA update, received board attendance reports and removed non-compliant members
• Approved City Council schedule, moving Nov 8 legislative meeting to Nov 9
• Adopted electronic participation resolution (RES. NO. 3104)
• Endorsed proclamations for Red Ribbon Week and ALIVE! World Food Day
• Cancelled scheduled executive session

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Alexandria Board of Architectural Review will hold a public hearing to consider requests for alterations and demolition/encapsulation at 308 N Columbus Street (applicant Peter Henry) and reapproval of previously approved alterations and demolition/encapsulation at 808 Duke Street (applicant Wood + Starr). The board will also consider minutes from prior meetings, legal training for members, and several administrative approvals for window, door, siding, and roof replacements at various addresses.

• Alterations and demolition/encapsulation at 308 N Columbus Street (BAR #2022-00397 and #2022-00398)
• Reapproval of alterations and demolition/encapsulation at 808 Duke Street (BAR #2022-00429 and #2022-00430)
• Window replacement at 610 Bashford Lane (BAR #2022-00441)
• Front door replacement at 825 Queen Street (BAR #2022-00440)
• Window and door replacement at 1250 South Washington Street Unit 117 (BAR #2022-00457)

The Board of Architectural Review approved two applications for alterations and demolition/encapsulation at 308 N Columbus Street (BAR #2022-00397 and #2022-00398) as amended, 6-0. It also approved reapproval of previously approved alterations and demolition/encapsulation at 808 Duke Street (BAR #2022-00429 and #2022-00430) as submitted, 6-0. Minutes from September 27 and October 5, 2022 were approved. A legal training for board members was discussed.

• Approved September 27, 2022 meeting minutes as submitted
• Approved October 5, 2022 meeting minutes as submitted
• Approved alterations at 308 N Columbus St (BAR #2022-00397) as amended (6-0)
• Approved demolition/encapsulation at 308 N Columbus St (BAR #2022-00398) as amended (6-0)
• Approved reapproval of alterations at 808 Duke St (BAR #2022-00429) as submitted (6-0)
• Approved reapproval of demolition/encapsulation at 808 Duke St (BAR #2022-00430) as submitted (6-0)

City Council Work Session

This joint work session of the City Council and School Board is focused on discussing the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget for fiscal years 2024 through 2033. No public comments will be heard. The session is an opportunity to review upcoming capital needs.

• Discussion of FY24 to FY33 CIP Budget
• Joint City Council/School Board work session on capital planning

Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on a request for a special exception to construct a dormer in the required side yard at 306 West Masonic View Avenue, zoned R-5. The board will also consider approving the minutes from its September 12, 2022 meeting.

• Public hearing and consideration of special exception BZA #2022-00018 for a dormer at 306 West Masonic View Avenue in the R-5 zone
• Approval of the September 12, 2022 Board of Zoning Appeals minutes

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a request for a special exception to build a dormer in a required side yard. The board also approved the minutes from the September 12, 2022 hearing.

• Approved BZA #2022-00018 for dormer construction at 306 West Masonic View Avenue (6-0)
• Approved September 12, 2022 meeting minutes by unanimous consent

City Council Public Hearing

The City Council will hold public hearings on several special use permits and zoning ordinances. The body is deciding on the adoption of photo speed monitoring devices and a fiber installation agreement with Crown Castle Fiber, LLC.

• Ordinance to adopt photo speed monitoring devices in highway work zones and school crossing zones
• Five-year license agreement with Crown Castle Fiber, LLC to install fiber in city rights-of-ways
• Special Use Permit for a congregate housing facility at 3103 Park Center, Unit 1600
• Rezoning of 615A and 621 King Street from Commercial downtown to King Street urban retail zone
• Request for Master Plan Amendment and rezoning for a nursing home addition at 2729 King Street

The Alexandria City Council adopted ordinances to deploy photo speed monitoring devices in highway work zones and school crossing zones, and to amend the C-PACE program. Council also approved a five-year license agreement with Crown Castle Fiber to install fiber in city rights-of-way for broadband services. Several zoning and planning actions were taken, including rezoning parcels at 615A and 621 King Street to the KR zone and adopting the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Plan as part of the Master Plan. A special use permit for continued use of a vehicle parking lot at 1605/1611 Mount Vernon Avenue was denied with amendments.

• Approved photo speed monitoring devices in highway work zones and school crossing zones (ORD. NO. 5461)
• Authorized five-year license agreement with Crown Castle Fiber for broadband fiber installation in rights-of-way
• Rezoned 615A and 621 King Street from CD to KR/King Street urban retail zone (ORD. NO. 5459)
• Adopted Master Plan amendment replacing Water Quality Management Supplement with Chesapeake Bay Preservation Plan (ORD. NO. 5458)
• Approved special use permit for congregate housing at 3103 Park Center (approved consent calendar)
• Approved special use permit for health profession office expansion at 516 Oronoco Street (approved consent calendar)
• Approved outdoor dining standards alignment with Commercial Parklet Program (ORD. NO. 5456)
• Denied extended use of vehicle parking lot at 1605/1611 Mount Vernon Avenue (PC recommended denial 5-2, council approved with amendments)

City Council Work Session

The City Council and School Board will hold a joint work session to receive a presentation and discuss the Joint Facilities Master Plan, including facility planning. No public comments will be heard during this session.

• Presentation and discussion on Joint Facilities Planning and the Joint Facilities Master Plan

City Council Legislative Meeting

The City Council will discuss several zoning and master plan updates, including outdoor dining standards and water quality management. The body is also considering a fiber installation agreement with Crown Castle Fiber, LLC and the adoption of photo speed monitoring devices.

• Ordinance to adopt photo speed monitoring devices in highway work zones and school crossing zones
• Five-year license agreement with Crown Castle Fiber, LLC to install fiber in city rights-of-ways
• Rezoning of 615A and 621 King Street from Commercial downtown to King Street urban retail zone
• Ordinance to amend standards for outdoor dining to align King Street program with Commercial Parklet Program
• Application for the FY 2023 Combating Hate Crimes Grant Program

City Council approved the consent calendar, which included the first reading of an ordinance authorizing photo speed monitoring devices in highway work zones and school crossing zones. Also passed on first reading were ordinances related to the King Street Outdoor Dining Program, KR/King Street urban retail zone updates, a rezoning at 615A and 621 King Street, and a C-PACE program update. The council accepted resignations from five board and commission members and appointed uncontested candidates to multiple boards.

• Approved first reading of speed-camera ordinance for highway work zones and school crossing zones (consent calendar)
• Approved first reading of ordinance aligning King Street Outdoor Dining Program with Commercial Parklet Program (consent calendar)
• Approved first reading of ordinance rezoning 615A and 621 King Street from CD to KR zone (consent calendar)
• Approved first reading of ordinance updating the city's Chesapeake Bay Preservation Plan (consent calendar)
• Approved first reading of ordinance for C-PACE program amendments (consent calendar)
• Approved five-year fiber license agreement with Crown Castle Fiber, LLC (consent calendar)
• Accepted resignations from five board/commission members (consent calendar)
• Appointed uncontested applicants to 11 boards and commissions (consent calendar)

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to consider several special use permits for businesses and healthcare facilities. The body will also discuss changes to the Transportation Management Program and a rezoning request for a healthcare facility addition.

• Rezoning and Master Plan Amendment for Woodbine Rehabilitation and Healthcare Facility at 2729 King Street
• Special Use Permit for a congregate housing facility at 3103 Park Center, Unit 1600
• Special Use Permit for health profession office expansion at 516 Oronoco Street
• Three Special Use Permits for Alexandria Hyundai, LLC at 1605, 1707, and 1801 Mount Vernon Avenue
• Special Use Permit for Carlyle Block C rooftop height increase at 1940 Duke Street

The Planning Commission recommended approval for a master plan amendment, rezoning, and development permit for a nursing home addition at 2729 King Street. The commission also recommended approval for several special use permits while denying one request for a vehicle parking lot.

• Recommended approval of congregate housing facility at 3103 Park Center (7-0)
• Recommended approval of health profession office expansion at 516 Oronoco Street (7-0)
• Deferred five special use permits for athletic field lights at various schools (6-0)
• Recommended denial of vehicle parking and storage lot use at 1605 and 1611 Mount Vernon Avenue (5-2)
• Recommended approval of automobile sales expansion at 1707-1711 Mount Vernon Avenue (4-3)
• Recommended approval of automobile sales expansion at 1801 Mount Vernon Avenue (4-3)
• Recommended approval of height and square footage increase at 1940 Duke Street (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Master Plan Amendment, Rezoning, and DSUP for 2729 King Street (7-0)

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will consider requests for building alterations and demolition at 712 Wilkes Street. The meeting also includes a review of updated administrative approval policies regarding gas meters and signs within historic districts.

• Alterations at 712 Wilkes Street
• Demolition/encapsulation at 712 Wilkes Street
• Updated policy for gas meters
• Updated policy for signs within historic districts

The Board of Architectural Review approved alterations and demolition/encapsulation at 712 Wilkes Street (BAR #2022-00396 and #2022-00416) in a 5-0 vote. The board also unanimously approved updated administrative approval policies for gas meters and signs within historic districts, each with modifications. Minutes from the September 21, 2022 meeting were approved as submitted. Chair Spencer was absent.

• Approved September 21, 2022 meeting minutes as submitted (unanimous)
• Approved alterations at 712 Wilkes Street, BAR #2022-00396 (5-0)
• Approved demolition/encapsulation at 712 Wilkes Street, BAR #2022-00416 (5-0)
• Approved updated BAR administrative approval policies with modifications (5-0)
• Approved updated gas meter administrative approval policy with modifications (5-0)
• Approved updated sign policy within historic districts with modifications (5-0)

City Council Legislative Meeting

The Alexandria City Council will hold a legislative meeting starting with an executive session at 6 p.m., followed by the public meeting at 7 p.m. Items for discussion include the creation of an Office of Climate Action with $1.85 million in FY 2023 contingent reserve funding, receipt of the Independent Community Policing Review Board's 2022 annual report, and consideration of city input to the Virginia Board of Education on model policies for student privacy, dignity, and respect. The consent calendar includes release of out-of-school time contingency funds for a citywide after-school needs study, and roll-call consent items cover resolutions on Title VI program adoption, a Reconnecting Communities grant application, PPEA guideline amendments, and acceptance of a bequest from the Winkler Botanical Preserve.

• Creation of Office of Climate Action with release of $1.85M in FY 2023 contingent reserve (item 13)
• Receipt of Alexandria Independent Community Policing Review Board 2022 Annual Report (item 11)
• City input to Virginia Board of Education on '2022 Model Policies on Privacy, Dignity, and Respect for All Students and Parents' (item 13a)
• Resolution supporting grant application for FY 2022 Reconnecting Communities Planning Grant (item 8)
• Resolution adopting updated Title VI Program for Federal Highway Administration (item 7)

City Council established the Office of Climate Action and released $1.85 million from the FY 2023 Contingent Reserve Funding. The Council also approved several resolutions regarding federal grants, civil rights programs, and the acceptance of a botanical preserve bequest.

• Approved creation of Office of Climate Action and release of $1.85M in FY 2023 Contingent Reserve Funding
• Approved release of Out of School Time contingency funds for citywide after school needs study
• Adopted updated Title VI (Civil Rights) Program for the Federal Highway Administration (RES. NO. 3100)
• Adopted resolution to support FY 2022 Reconnecting Communities Planning Grant application (RES. NO. 3101)
• Adopted resolution amending guidelines for the Virginia Public-Private Education Facilities and Infrastructure Act of 2002 (RES. NO. 3102)
• Approved resolution to accept a bequest from the Winkler Botanical Preserve Organization (RES. NO. 3103)
• Approved formal comment to the State Board of Education on 2022 Model Policies regarding student and parent privacy, dignity, and respect
• Approved the City Council Schedule

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will hold a public hearing on a docket of 18 items, including requests for alterations, demolitions, and administrative approvals in historic districts. A key item is a city proposal to use a prefabricated bus shelter model. Other notable requests include alterations at 700 South Washington Street and demolition/encapsulation at 410 Jefferson Street.

• Request for a prefabricated bus shelter model (BAR #2022-00376, applicant: City of Alexandria)
• Alterations at 700 South Washington Street (BAR #2022-00359, applicant: CH Sullyfield Associates LLC et al.)
• Demolition/encapsulation at 410 Jefferson Street (BAR #2022-00300, applicant: Shirley F. Carroll)
• Alterations and demolition/encapsulation at 1000 Cameron Street (BAR #2022-00360/00361, applicant: Danny's Painting LLC)
• Alterations at 1400 King Street (BAR #2022-00363, applicant: Kien Tran)

The Board of Architectural Review voted unanimously (6-0) to deny alterations at 1400 King Street (BAR #2022-00363). The board approved 14 other applications, including demolition/alterations at 410 Jefferson Street, a prefabricated bus shelter model, and several other demolition and alteration requests. One item (BAR #2022-00382 at 411 N Columbus Street) was deferred by unanimous consent.

• Denied alterations at 1400 King Street (6-0)
• Approved alterations at 700 S Washington Street (6-0)
• Approved prefabricated bus shelter model (6-0)
• Approved demolition/alterations at 410 Jefferson Street (6-0)
• Approved alterations and demolition at 1000 Cameron Street with staff recommendations (6-0)
• Approved demolition at 211 Prince Street (6-0)
• Deferred alterations at 411 N Columbus Street (6-0 unanimous)
• Reapproved demolition/alterations at 109 Duke Street (6-0)

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Alexandria Board of Architectural Review will hold a public hearing on September 21, 2022, to consider multiple applications for demolition/encapsulation and alterations to buildings in historic districts. Items include properties on Jefferson, Wilkes, Columbus, Lee, Devon, Washington, and Montgomery Streets. The board will also review minutes from July and several administrative approvals.

• Demolition/encapsulation at 410 Jefferson Street (applicant Shirley F. Carroll)
• Alterations at 712 Wilkes Street (applicant John Pontecorvo)
• Alterations and demolition/encapsulation at 308 North Columbus Street (applicant Peter Henry)
• Demolition/encapsulation at 709 South Lee Street (applicants Clare and Jen Little)
• Alterations and demolition/encapsulation at 705 Devon Place (applicant Patricia Mcallister)

The Board of Architectural Review approved nine requests for demolition or alterations and one request for window replacement. The board also approved administrative approvals for various repair and replacement projects. One alteration request was denied.

• Approved BAR #2022-00008 demolition/encapsulation at 709 South Lee Street (5-0)
• Approved BAR #2022-00399 alterations and BAR #2022-00400 demolition/encapsulation at 705 Devon Place (5-0)
• Approved BAR #2022-00402 alterations and BAR #2022-00403 demolition/encapsulation at 508 North Washington Street (5-0)
• Approved BAR #2022-00404 alterations and BAR #2022-00405 demolition/encapsulation at 119 South Columbus Street (5-0)
• Denied BAR #2022-00407 alterations at 610 Montgomery Street (5-0)
• Approved administrative approvals for window replacement at 405 South Lee Street, mortar repair at 601 Wilkes Street, door replacement at 18 Wolfe Street, porch repair at 14 Wolfe Street, signage at 229 Strand Street, window replacement at 708 North Columbus Street, and electrical meter installation at 411 South Saint Asaph Street
• Accepted deferral requests for BAR #2022-00300, BAR #2022-00396, BAR #2022-00397, and BAR #2022-00398
• Approved July 20, 2022 Work Session and Meeting minutes

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will hold a work session to discuss a concept review for properties at 899 and 999 North Henry Street. The applicant is Samuel Madden Fairstead Developer, LLC and MCRT Old Town LLC. No decision is expected; this is a preliminary review.

• BAR #2022-00175: Concept review for 899 and 999 North Henry Street

City Council Public Hearing

The City Council is holding a public hearing to decide on several zoning text amendments, special use permits, and master plan updates. The meeting includes final passage of ordinances regarding auxiliary dwelling units in commercial zones and the Potomac River Generating Station.

• Zoning Text Amendment #2022-00009 to align King Street outdoor dining with the commercial parklet program
• Special Use Permit for 4200 Eisenhower Avenue to allow three structures between 20 and 30 feet tall at Joseph Hensley Park
• Ordinance to allow auxiliary dwelling units in commercial zones
• Rezoning of 1300, 1400, and 1500 North Royal Street to Coordinated Development District #30
• Appeal of a decision to remove nine parking spaces on Polk Street between Pelham Street and Palmer Place

The City Council adopted a package of ordinances implementing the Potomac River Generating Station redevelopment, including Master Plan amendments and rezoning of North Royal Street properties. They also passed an ordinance allowing auxiliary dwelling units in commercial zones, approved several zoning text amendments and special use permits, and vacated two alleys in the 700 block of North West Street. The Council denied an appeal to remove nine parking spaces on Polk Street.

• Adopted ordinance allowing auxiliary dwelling units in commercial zones (Ord. 5449)
• Adopted Old Town North Small Area Plan amendment for Potomac River Generating Station (Ord. 5450)
• Adopted zoning text amendments for Coordinated Development Districts and Old Town North arts overlay (Ord. 5451)
• Adopted rezoning of 1300–1500 North Royal Street to Coordinated Development District #30 (Ord. 5452)
• Adopted ordinance to vacate two alleys at 700 block of North West Street (Ord. 5453)
• Denied appeal of Traffic and Parking Board decision to remove nine parking spaces on Polk Street
• Approved zoning text amendment for King Street outdoor dining overlay (Planning Commission 6-0)
• Approved special use permit for Stracci Pizza temporary trailer and outdoor dining at 106 Hume Avenue (Planning Commission 7-0)

City Council Legislative Meeting

The council will vote on ordinances to implement previously approved master plan amendments and zoning changes for the Potomac River Generating Station site, including rezoning properties at 1300-1500 North Royal Street. They will also introduce an ordinance allowing auxiliary dwelling units in commercial zones, consider a $200,000 release for RPCA out-of-school time staffing, and take up an alley vacation for Braddock West. Proclamations and board appointments round out the agenda.

• Implementation ordinance for Master Plan Amendment 2022-00001/00002 (Potomac River Generating Station)
• Rezoning 1300-1500 North Royal Street to Coordinated Development District #30 and Old Town North overlay
• Introduction of ordinance to allow auxiliary dwelling units in commercial zones (Text Amendment 2022-00004)
• Release of $200,000 from FY 2023 contingent reserves to stabilize RPCA out-of-school time staffing
• Alley vacation in the 700 block of North West Street for Braddock West (VAC No. 2020-00004)

Council approved the consent calendar, which included first readings of ordinances to implement the Potomac River Generating Station master plan amendments, allow auxiliary dwelling units in commercial zones, and vacate alleys near Braddock West. Also approved were the release of $200,000 for RPCA out-of-school time staffing, a docking agreement with Pride of Baltimore II, and acceptance of resignations and appointments to various boards and commissions.

• Approved consent calendar (9-19) as recommended
• Passed first reading of ordinance to allow auxiliary dwelling units in commercial zones (Item 15)
• Passed first reading of ordinance implementing Potomac River Generating Station master plan amendments (Items 16-18)
• Passed first reading of ordinance to vacate two alleys in 700 block of N. West Street (Item 19)
• Released $200,000 from FY 2023 contingent reserves for RPCA staffing (Item 13)
• Authorized docking agreement with Pride of Baltimore, Inc. and waived fees (Item 14)
• Accepted resignations from 15 board/commission members (Item 9)
• Approved uncontested appointments to multiple boards/commissions (Item 10)

Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing on three zoning applications: a variance to allow parking access from the street instead of an alley at 322-324 S Lee Street, a special exception for a side-yard addition at 226 E Monroe Avenue, and a special exception for a brick wall forward of the front building line at 2715 King Street. The board will also consider the minutes from the July 11, 2022 meeting.

• Variance request for 322-324 S Lee Street to access parking from the street (RM/Townhouse zone)
• Special exception for 226 E Monroe Avenue to construct an addition in the required side yard (R-2-5 zone)
• Special exception for 2715 King Street to build a brick wall forward of the front building wall (R-8 zone)
• Consideration of minutes from the July 11, 2022 Board of Zoning Appeals public hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved three requests for variances and special exceptions and approved the minutes from a previous meeting. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved BZA #2022-00006 variance for 322 & 324 S Lee Street (4-2)
• Approved BZA #2022-00015 special exception for 226 E Monroe Ave (6-0)
• Approved BZA #2022-00016 special exception for 2715 King Street (6-0)
• Approved July 11, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will hold public hearings on several alteration and demolition requests, including a city proposal to use a prefabricated bus shelter model across Alexandria. The board will also consider minutes, a consent calendar, and numerous administrative approvals for signage, repairs, and replacements.

• BAR #2022-00376: Request to utilize a prefabricated bus shelter model (City of Alexandria applicant)
• BAR #2022-00359: Alterations at 700 South Washington Street (multiple LLCs)
• BAR #2022-00315: Demolition/encapsulation at 211 Prince Street
• BAR #2022-00384/00385: Reapproval of previously approved demolition and alterations at 109 Duke Street
• BAR #2022-00353/00354: Deferral requested for alterations and demolition at 1214 Oronoco Street

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on several items, including a major rezoning and development proposal at 615-621 King Street that would allow a 24-unit multifamily building with ground-floor commercial uses and rehabilitation of two historic buildings, with zero parking and loading spaces for commercial uses. Other items include zoning text amendments for outdoor dining and King Street retail, special use permits for a park renovation and restaurant expansions, and a street naming for Eisenhower Pointe.

• Rezoning and Development Special Use Permit for 615, 615A, and 621 King Street: 24-unit multifamily building with ground-floor commercial, rehabilitation of two historic buildings, zero parking and loading spaces for commercial uses
• Zoning Text Amendment #2022-00009: Align King Street outdoor dining overlay zone with commercial parklet program for on-street parking
• Special Use Permit #2022-00048: Stracci Pizza at 106 Hume Avenue for temporary trailer and outdoor dining with over 40 seats
• Special Use Permit #2022-00052: Joseph Hensley Park renovation at 4200 Eisenhower Avenue for structures up to 30 feet tall for athletic field safety netting
• Street Naming Case #2022-00002: Two new street names at Eisenhower Pointe redevelopment at 4901 Eisenhower Avenue

The Planning Commission recommended approval for six zoning text amendments and special use permits, including outdoor dining expansions and park renovations. The commission also initiated a Master Plan update regarding water quality management.

• Recommended approval of King Street outdoor dining overlay text amendment (6-0)
• Recommended approval of KR zone administrative special uses text amendment (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Stracci Pizza outdoor dining trailer permit (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Joseph Hensley Park safety netting permit (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Eisenhower Pointe street naming (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Vola's Dockside Grill expansion permit (6-0)
• Recommended approval of 615 King Street rezoning and development permit (7-0)
• Initiated update to Chesapeake Bay Preservation Plan (7-0)

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will hold a work session and public hearing. They will discuss a concept review for 899 and 999 North Henry Street, and vote on several alteration and demolition requests at properties including 826 South Lee Street, 709 South Lee Street, 117 Prince Street, and 115 South Union Street. A consent calendar includes minor staff-approved items like window replacements and solar panels.

• Concept review at 899 and 999 North Henry Street (BAR #2022-00175 PG)
• Alterations and demolition/encapsulation at 826 South Lee Street (BAR #2022-00230 & #2022-00235)
• Alterations and demolition/encapsulation at 709 South Lee Street (BAR #2022-00007 & #2022-00008)
• Alteration/addition and demolition/encapsulation at 117 Prince Street (BAR #2022-00305 & #2022-00306)
• Alterations and demolition/encapsulation at 115 South Union Street (BAR #2022-00307 & #2022-00308)

The Board of Architectural Review approved alterations and demolition/encapsulation at 117 Prince Street by a 3-2 vote, with staff recommendations, over the objections of two members. It also approved several other alteration and demolition requests unanimously, including at 910 Pendleton Street and 826 South Lee Street. Two items at 709 South Lee Street and one at 410 Jefferson Street were deferred at the applicants' requests.

• Approved July 6, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Approved alterations at 910 Pendleton St (BAR#2022-00302, 5-0)
• Approved alterations and demolition at 826 South Lee St (BAR#2022-00230 and 00235, 5-0)
• Deferred alterations and demolition at 709 South Lee St (BAR#2022-00007 and 00008, 5-0)
• Approved alterations and demolition at 117 Prince St with staff recommendations (BAR#2022-00305 and 00306, 3-2)
• Deferred demolition at 410 Jefferson St (BAR#2022-00300, 5-0)
• Approved alterations and demolition at 115 South Union St (BAR#2022-00307 and 00308, 5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings and decide on two requests: a special exception to expand a noncomplying wall at 508 North Washington Street, and variances to build a garage and reduce open space at 619 South Royal Street. The board will also consider minutes from the June 13, 2022 meeting.

• BZA #2022-00012: Special exception for addition expanding noncomplying wall at 508 North Washington Street, zoned OC/Office Commercial.
• BZA #2022-00013: Variances to construct garage in required rear yard and reduce open space at 619 South Royal Street, zoned RM/Townhouse.
• Consideration of minutes from June 13, 2022 meeting.

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a request to expand a noncomplying wall at 508 North Washington Street. The board deferred a request to build a garage at 619 South Royal Street to a future hearing on September 12, 2022. The board also approved the minutes from the June 13, 2022 meeting.

• Approved BZA #2022-00012 (wall addition) 5-0
• Deferred BZA #2022-00013 (garage variance) to Sept. 12, 2022 5-0
• Approved June 13, 2022 minutes 5-0

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will hold a public hearing to consider two requests for 515 King Street: demolition/encapsulation and alterations by Douglas Development Corp. Also on the docket are a waiver of rooftop mechanical screening at 114 Duke Street, alterations and demolition at 323 South Washington Street, and review of updated policies for small cell wireless facilities and window performance specifications in historic districts. The board will also approve minutes from June 15, 2022, and note administrative approvals already issued by staff.

• Demolition/encapsulation at 515 King Street (Douglas Development Corp, BAR #2022-00269)
• Alterations at 515 King Street (Douglas Development Corp, BAR #2022-00257)
• Waiver of rooftop mechanical screening requirement at 114 Duke Street (Steven Harper, BAR #2022-00263)
• Alterations and demolition/encapsulation at 323 South Washington Street (Alabama Ave. L.C., BAR #2022-00285/00286)
• Review of updated BAR administrative approval policy for small cell wireless facilities and new/replacement window performance specification

The Board of Architectural Review approved demolition and alterations at 515 King Street (Douglas Development) and also approved similar work at 323 South Washington Street. The board voted unanimously to update the administrative approval policy for small cell wireless facilities and the window performance specification for historic districts. Several administrative approvals were listed without formal board vote.

• Approved June 15, 2022 work session and meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved BAR #2022-00269 (demolition/encapsulation) and BAR #2022-00257 (alterations) at 515 King Street, as amended (5-0)
• Approved BAR #2022-00285 (alterations) and BAR #2022-00286 (demolition/encapsulation) at 323 South Washington Street, as submitted (5-0)
• Approved updated BAR administrative approval policy for small cell wireless facilities (5-0)
• Approved updated Alexandria new and replacement window performance specification in historic districts (5-0)

City Council Public Hearing

The City Council holds public hearings on several planning items, including a major proposal to redevelop the former Potomac River Generating Station site at 1300 North Royal Street into a mixed-use neighborhood (Item 9), a mixed-use affordable housing development at 221 West Glebe Road and Mount Vernon Avenue (Item 8), and a zoning text amendment to allow auxiliary dwelling units in commercial zones (Item 3). Other items include an encroachment for a driveway at 4915 Polk Avenue, rezoning of 31 and 33 East Bellefonte Avenue, and an alley vacation on Mount Vernon Avenue.

• Redevelopment of Potomac River Generating Station (1300 North Royal Street) into mixed-use neighborhood with master plan amendments and rezoning
• Mixed-use affordable housing development at 221 West Glebe Road and 3606-3700 Mount Vernon Avenue requiring design plan and special use permits
• Zoning text amendment to add definition and standards for auxiliary dwelling units in commercial zones
• Rezoning of 31 and 33 East Bellefonte Avenue from R-2-5 to RB/Townhouse zone
• Encroachment for driveway at 4915 Polk Avenue (Alexandria Free Methodist Church)

City Council approved several zoning text amendments, including new rules for auxiliary dwelling units in commercial zones. The Council also authorized a driveway encroachment at 4915 Polk Avenue and approved redevelopment plans for the former Potomac River Generating Station site.

• Approved Zoning Text Amendment #2022-00004 for auxiliary dwellings in commercial zones
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5445 for a driveway encroachment at 4915 Polk Avenue
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5446 rezoning 31 and 33 East Bellefonte Avenue to RB/Townhouse zone
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5447 for Zoning Ordinance text amendments (Text Amendment #2022-00008)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5448 to repeal the vacation of a public right-of-way alley along Mount Vernon Avenue
• Approved mixed-use affordable housing development at 221 West Glebe Road and 3606-3700 Mount Vernon Avenue
• Approved Master Plan and Zoning amendments for the Potomac River Generating Station site
• Approved Coordinated Development District Conceptual Design Plan #2021-00004 with an amendment to condition 13 regarding building heights

City Council Legislative Meeting

The Alexandria City Council will discuss and vote on a resolution regarding city policies related to the recent Supreme Court overturning of Roe v. Wade. Other major items include adoption of Business Improvement Service District guidelines, approval of 2022 City Council priorities for housing and COVID-19 recovery, and several rezoning and property actions.

• Resolution on city policies related to the Supreme Court's Roe v. Wade ruling (roll-call vote)
• Disposition and future use of city-owned property at 2 King Street
• Rezoning of 31 and 33 East Bellefonte Avenue from R-2-5 to RB/Townhouse zone
• Grant application to USDOT for Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) program
• Establishment of 2022 Personal Property Tax Relief Rates

The City Council approved a consent calendar of 10 resolutions, including establishing 2022 personal property tax relief rates and authorizing grant applications for flood mitigation and road safety. The Council also adopted a resolution regarding policies following the overturning of Roe v. Wade.

• Approved consent calendar (5-9) with exception of item #5
• Declared 2 King Street property surplus and authorized RFP for sale
• Passed ordinances on first reading for 4 items, scheduled for July 5 hearing
• Adopted resolution accepting federal funding for flood mitigation projects
• Authorized grant application for up to $1M for intersection safety audits
• Authorized grant application for up to $1M for Metrorail mitigation
• Established 2022 personal property tax relief rates
• Adopted resolution delegating authority to City Manager

City Council Work Session

The Alexandria City Council will meet with the Redevelopment and Housing Authority and the Planning Commission to discuss the authority's strategic plan and five-year funding needs. The session includes presentations on redevelopment initiatives and a Samuel Madden Homes development.

• Joint worksession with ARHA and Planning Commission
• Presentation on ARHA's Strategic Plan and redevelopment initiatives
• Discussion on ARHA's Five-Year Plan and funding needs
• Presentation on Samuel Madden Homes development
• Review of ARHA's Three Pillars of Redevelopment

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a major redevelopment of the former Potomac River Generating Station site into a mixed-use neighborhood, a zoning text amendment to allow auxiliary dwellings in commercial zones, and a mixed-use affordable housing project at 221 West Glebe Road. They will also consider a subdivision at 1105 Vassar Road and a text amendment on bonus height usage.

• Master Plan amendment, rezoning, and CDD plan for Potomac River Generating Station redevelopment at 1300 North Royal Street (item 4)
• Zoning text amendment to permit auxiliary dwellings in commercial zones (item 2)
• Mixed-use affordable housing development with structured parking at 221 West Glebe Road and Mount Vernon Avenue (item 5)
• Text amendment to restrict bonus height usage for single-family, two-family, or townhouse dwellings (item 6)
• Subdivision of three lots into two at 1105 Vassar Road (item 3)

The Planning Commission recommended approval of the Potomac River Generating Station redevelopment plan (6-1), including master plan amendments, zoning text amendments, and rezoning. It also recommended allowing auxiliary dwelling units in commercial zones (7-0) and approved a subdivision at 1105 Vassar Road (7-0). The commission deferred a text amendment on bonus height (7-0).

• Recommended approval of PRGS redevelopment CDD plan (6-1)
• Initiated and recommended master plan amendments for PRGS site (7-0)
• Initiated and recommended zoning text amendments and rezoning for PRGS (7-0)
• Recommended approval of ADU zoning text amendment (7-0)
• Approved subdivision at 1105 Vassar Road (7-0)
• Recommended approval of AHDC Glebe/Mt. Vernon project (7-0)
• Deferred bonus height zoning text amendment (7-0)

City Council Public Hearing

The City Council will hold a public hearing to decide on the Fiscal Year 2023 budget appropriations and the issuance of general obligation bonds for city and school capital projects. The body will also consider several zoning amendments, special use permits, and property lease agreements.

• Ordinance to make appropriations for City Government for Fiscal Year 2023
• Ordinance to issue General Obligation Bonds for City and Schools Capital Projects
• Rezoning of 31 and 33 East Bellefonte Avenue from R-2-5 to RB/Townhouse
• Special Use Permit for residential conversion of upper floors at 1101 King Street
• Development Special Use Permit for a 2-story commercial building at 3120 Colvin Street

The City Council approved the Fiscal Year 2023 budget, a zoning ordinance, and a facility naming. The Council also approved several contracts and agreements, including a Tall Ship docking license and a lease for a public right-of-way.

• Approved FY23 budget ordinance (ORD. NO. 5442)
• Approved zoning ordinance for Coordinated Development Districts (ORD. NO. 5439)
• Approved parking regulation ordinance with flexible pricing (ORD. NO. 5440)
• Approved general obligation bonds for capital projects (ORD. NO. 5441)
• Approved alley vacation in 700 block of North West Street (ORD. NO. 5443)
• Approved naming Redella S. 'Del' Pepper Community Resource Center
• Approved Tall Ship Providence docking license extension
• Approved lease for public right-of-way adjacent to 1050 North Fayette Street

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will hold a work session and public hearing to review several property requests. The board is deciding on demolition, encapsulation, and alterations for multiple addresses in the city.

• Concept review for 899 and 999 North Henry Street
• Complete demolition request for 899 and 999 North Henry Street
• Demolition and alteration requests for 803 Cameron Street, 1113 Prince Street, 515 King Street, and 118 Princess Street
• Alterations and addition request for 601 Princess Street
• Signage requests for 321 and 323 South Fairfax Street and 316 South Royal Street

The Board of Architectural Review approved several requests for building alterations and demolitions at various city addresses. Two requests for work at 515 King Street were deferred. The board also processed several administrative approvals for signage, windows, and HVAC work.

• Approved alterations and addition at 601 Princess Street (4-1)
• Approved signage at 321 and 323 South Fairfax Street and 316 South Royal Street (5-0)
• Approved complete demolition at 899 and 999 North Henry Street, as amended (4-1)
• Approved demolition/encapsulation and alterations at 803 Cameron Street (5-0)
• Approved demolition/encapsulation and alterations at 1113 Prince Street (4-0)
• Deferred demolition/encapsulation and alterations at 515 King Street (5-0)
• Approved demolition/encapsulation and alterations at 118 Princess Street (5-0)
• Approved June 1, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council Legislative Meeting

The Alexandria City Council will hold a legislative meeting including an executive session, a proclamation for Pride Month, and action on consent and roll-call items. Key decisions include introducing ordinances for the FY 2023 budget and general obligation bonds, and a resolution to expand the DOT Paratransit service area into Washington, D.C. The council will also consider various appointments, grants, and lease agreements.

• Proclamation recognizing June as Pride Month in Alexandria.
• Naming of city facility at 4850 Mark Center Drive after former Councilwoman Redella S. 'Del' Pepper.
• Creation of Residential Permit Parking District 14 in Potomac Greens.
• Consideration of a grant renewal for the USDA At-Risk After School Snack Program.
• Introduction of an ordinance to vacate two alleys in the 700 block of North West Street (Braddock West).

The Alexandria City Council approved a consent calendar containing over 20 items, including appointments to boards and commissions, grant applications, lease agreements, and first readings of several ordinances. Separately, the council voted to name the city facility at 4850 Mark Center Drive to honor former Councilwoman Redella S. 'Del' Pepper and approved the first reading of an ordinance authorizing general obligation bonds for capital projects and refunding outstanding bonds. The council also introduced first readings of the FY2023 appropriation ordinance, a zoning amendment for Eisenhower East Block 23, and the creation of Residential Permit Parking District 14 in Potomac Greens, among other items.

• Approved consent calendar (items 5–22a) with resignation acceptances, appointments to boards, grant renewals, license/lease agreements, and first readings of multiple ordinances
• Named city facility at 4850 Mark Center Drive to honor former Councilwoman Redella S. 'Del' Pepper
• Approved first reading of ordinance authorizing general obligation bonds for City and Schools capital projects and refunding outstanding bonds
• Approved first reading of FY2023 appropriation ordinance
• Approved first reading of ordinance creating Residential Permit Parking District 14 in Potomac Greens
• Approved first reading of zoning ordinance amendment for Eisenhower East Block 23 (Text Amendment No. 2022-00002)
• Approved first reading of ordinance to vacate two alleys in the 700 block of North West Street (Braddock West vacation)
• Approved first reading of ordinance amending parking and traffic regulations (Chapter 8)

City Council Work Session

The Alexandria City Council and School Board are holding a joint work session to discuss four topics: school and city facility planning, out-of-school time programming, youth safety and resilience, and future joint work sessions. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the session is for discussion and information sharing.

• School/City Facility Planning: capacity challenges beyond 10-year CIP, shared use and co-location, athletic field capacity
• Out of School Time: coordination for federal/state resources, role of Youth Support Network
• Youth Safety and Resilience: gaps in systems leading to youth violence, SLEP Advisory Group, reducing community gun violence
• Future Joint Work Sessions: determining frequency and topics for future joint meetings

Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on three items: a variance to allow parking access from the street instead of an alley at 322 & 324 South Lee Street; a special exception to construct an addition in the secondary front yard at 3501 Wilson Avenue; and a variance for after-the-fact construction of an accessory structure in the required side yard at 1416 Janney's Lane. The board will also consider minutes from the May 9, 2022, meeting.

• Variance request for parking access from the street at 322 & 324 South Lee Street (RM/Townhouse zone)
• Special exception request for an addition in the secondary front yard at 3501 Wilson Avenue (RB/Townhouse zone)
• Variance request for after-the-fact construction of an accessory structure in the side yard at 1416 Janney's Lane (R-20/Single-Family zone)
• Consideration of minutes from the May 9, 2022, Board of Zoning Appeals hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a special exception for a front-yard addition at 3501 Wilson Avenue (5-0) and denied a variance for an accessory structure at 1416 Janney's Lane (4-1). A variance for parking access at 322-324 South Lee Street was deferred to September. The minutes from May 9 were approved as amended.

• Deferred BZA #2022-00006 (322-324 South Lee St) variance to September 12, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved BZA #2022-00011 special exception for addition at 3501 Wilson Ave as submitted (5-0)
• Denied BZA #2022-00010 variance for accessory structure at 1416 Janney's Ln (4-1, Patel dissenting)
• Approved May 9, 2022 minutes as amended (4-0, Bauman abstaining)

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several land use items, including rezoning, special use permits, and site plans. The agenda also includes consideration of the FY 2023 Long Range Planning Interdepartmental Work Program.

• Special Use Permit for residential conversion at 1101 King Street
• Rezoning request for 31 and 33 East Bellefonte Avenue to townhouse use
• Zoning Text Amendment regarding accessory structures and building definitions
• Development Special Use Permit for a commercial building at 3120 Colvin Street
• Development Site Plan for an addition at 951 North Fairfax Street

The Planning Commission approved seven items, including zoning changes, site plans, and a long-range work program, and deferred two items. Administrative approvals for three business ownership changes were also recorded.

• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit #2022-00024 (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Rezoning #2022-00002 (6-1)
• Initiated and recommended approval of Zoning Text Amendment #2022-00008 (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Development Special Use Permit #2021-10022 (7-0)
• Approved Development Site Plan #2022-00005 (7-0)
• Recommended approval of FY 2023 Long Range Planning Interdepartmental Work Program (7-0)
• Deferred Encroachment #2022-00001 (7-0)
• Deferred Special Use Permit #2022-00018 (7-0)

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review is meeting to consider requests for building alterations, additions, and demolitions at several properties. The board will also review previously deferred requests for a property on North Alfred Street.

• Alterations at 1101 King Street and 419 North West Street
• Demolition and encapsulation requests at 105 North Alfred Street
• Partial demolition and additions at 601 Princess Street
• Partial demolition at 106 North Lee Street
• Demolition and alterations at 212 South Pitt Street and 826 South Lee Street

The Board of Architectural Review approved nine requests for alterations, demolition, and signage across various city addresses. The board also deferred two requests for deferral and approved the minutes from the previous meeting.

• Approved May 18, 2022 minutes (7-0)
• Approved BAR #2022-00210 for 1101 King Street (7-0)
• Approved BAR #2022-00231 for 419 North West Street (7-0)
• Approved BAR #2021-00324 and #2021-00329 for 105 North Alfred Street (7-0)
• Approved BAR #2022-00205 and #2022-00206 for 601 Princess Street (7-0)
• Approved BAR #2022-00223 for 106 North Lee Street (7-0)
• Approved BAR #2022-00227 and #2022-00228 for 212 South Pitt Street (7-0)
• Deferred BAR #2022-00230 and #2022-00235 for 826 South Lee Street (7-0)

City Council Legislative Meeting

The City Council will meet to discuss the release of contingent reserve funds and a grant application for low-emission buses. The session also includes a stockholders' meeting for the Alexandria Transit Company to vote on new members.

• Release of $490,575 in FY 2022 Contingent Reserve Funding for INOVA Hospital contribution
• Resolution to support a U.S. Department of Transportation grant for the Low or No Emission Grant Program and Grants for Buses and Bus Facilities Program
• Alexandria Transit Company Stockholders’ Meeting to vote on new members
• Receipt of the Fiscal Year 2022 Third Quarter Capital Projects Status Report
• Metro staff report on Yellow Line Mitigation

City Council authorized grant applications to the U.S. Department of Transportation for low-emission buses and bus facilities. The council also released reserve funding for INOVA Hospital and approved an updated meeting schedule.

• Approved grant applications for up to $50 million for Low-No and Buses and Bus Facilities programs (RES. NO. 3075)
• Released $490,575 in FY 2022 Contingent Reserve funding for INOVA Hospital contribution
• Approved updated City Council Schedule, including Juneteenth as a City holiday on June 20, 2022
• Approved Proposed City Council Schedule for FY 2023
• Endorsed proclamation for 78th Anniversary of D-Day Commemoration Month
• Endorsed proclamation for Asian-American Pacific Islander Heritage Month
• Endorsed proclamation for National Gun Violence Awareness Day
• Received FY 2022 Third Quarter Capital Projects Status Report

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will consider amendments to demolition permits at 699 Prince Street and alterations at 116 Gibbon Street. The body will also review concept plans for demolitions at 899 and 999 North Henry Street.

• Amendment to demolition permit at 699 Prince Street (Parcel ID 074.02-09-28)
• Alterations request at 116 Gibbon Street
• Concept review for demolitions at 899 and 999 North Henry Street
• Administrative approvals for window replacement at 104 King Henry Court
• Administrative approvals for roof replacement at 19 Franklin Street

The Board of Architectural Review approved two permit amendments for a demolition project at 699 Prince Street. Two requests for concept review and demolition at 899 and 999 North Henry Street were deferred.

• Approved BAR #2022-00179 and BAR #2022-00178 (6-1 vote)
• Deferred BAR #2022-00185 alterations request (7-0 vote)
• Deferred BAR #2022-00174 demolition request (7-0 vote)
• Deferred BAR #2022-00175 concept review request (7-0 vote)

City Council Public Hearing

The Alexandria City Council holds a public hearing to consider a large mixed-income housing development at 2121 and 2111 Eisenhower Avenue, including a zoning text amendment and special use permits. The council will also vote on final passage of ordinances for rezoning at 901 North Pitt Street, abandoned vehicle regulations, personal property tax relief, and a general obligation bond issuance. Other items include a special use permit for an arts tenant at 500 Montgomery Street and a license agreement for outdoor dining at 106 South Union Street.

• Zoning text amendment and conceptual design plan for Eisenhower East Block 23 mixed-income multi-family development (2121 and 2111 Eisenhower Ave)
• Final passage of ordinance to rezone 901 North Pitt Street from OC to CRMU-X
• Public hearing for Special Use Permit for ground floor arts tenant at 500 Montgomery Street
• Consideration of license agreement with Virtue Feed & Grain for outdoor dining at 106 South Union Street
• Final passage of ordinance to amend personal property tax relief for elderly and disabled filers

City Council approved a series of ordinances regarding vehicle disposition, board provisions, and tax relief. The Council also approved a special use permit for an arts tenant and a license agreement for outdoor dining. One encroachment request for a private driveway was deferred.

• Approved Special Use Permit for arts and cultural tenant at 500 Montgomery Street
• Deferred encroachment request for private driveway at 4901, 4915 Polk Avenue
• Adopted ordinance amending disposition of abandoned and immobile motor vehicles (ORD. NO. 5431)
• Adopted ordinance amending general provisions for committees, boards, and commissions (ORD. NO. 5432)
• Approved rezoning of 901 North Pitt Street to Commercial Residential Mixed Use (ORD. NO. 5433)
• Adopted ordinances for PPTRA state fund allocation (ORD. NO. 5434) and elderly/disabled tax relief deadlines (ORD. NO. 5436)
• Authorized issuance of General Obligation Bonds through a Direct Bank Loan (ORD. NO. 5435)
• Approved five-year license agreement with Virtue Feed & Grain, LLC for outdoor dining at 106 South Union Street

City Council Legislative Meeting

The Alexandria City Council will consider a rezoning of 901 North Pitt Street from office to mixed-use, along with several ordinances including one authorizing general obligation bonds and another adjusting personal property tax relief. The council will also hear updates on the co-response pilot program and ARPA spending, and vote on appointments to boards and commissions.

• Rezoning 901 North Pitt Street from OC/Office to CRMU-X (Commercial Residential Mixed-Use)
• Authorization of general obligation bonds through a direct bank loan
• Ordinance amending Personal Property Tax Relief Act (PPTRA) fund allocation
• Grant application for body worn cameras from U.S. Department of Justice
• License agreement with Virtue Feed & Grain for outdoor dining at 106 South Union Street

The City Council approved a consent calendar of appointments and grant applications, but did not approve the Visit Alexandria tourism recovery grant due to a conflict of interest. The Council also approved a body-worn camera grant and a litter control grant.

• Approved consent calendar items (resignations, appointments, grants)
• Denied Visit Alexandria tourism recovery grant (conflict of interest)
• Approved body-worn camera grant for Police Department
• Approved Adopt-A-Park litter control grant ($10,932)
• Approved USDA Summer Food Service grant ($100,000)
• Approved outdoor dining license agreement for Wales Alley
• Received resignation reports from 5 board members
• Appointed 5 members to various city boards and commissions

Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings for two special exception requests regarding residential properties. The board will also consider minutes from the April 11, 2022, hearing and a procedural amendment to its rules.

• BZA #2022-00007: Request to alter a detached accessory building for use as an accessory dwelling at 305 East Bellefonte Avenue
• BZA #2022-00008: Request to construct an addition in the required side yard at 2411 Terrett Avenue
• Proposed amendment to Board of Zoning Appeals Rules of Procedure to insert Announcements

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved two special exception requests for residential construction and amended its meeting rules. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved BZA #2022-00007 for 305 East Bellefonte Avenue (5-0)
• Approved BZA #2022-00008 for 2411 Terrett Avenue (5-0)
• Approved amendment to insert Announcements in meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved April 11, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Tabled discussion of board vacancies to City Council

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review is meeting to consider several requests for building alterations, additions, and demolitions. The agenda includes reviews for residential and commercial properties, as well as a city request for street bollards.

• Request for bollards at both ends of 100 Block of King Street
• Request for new construction at 116 South Henry Street
• Request for partial demolition and encapsulation at 615, 615A and 621 King Street
• Request for waiver of fence height requirement at 220 North Alfred Street
• Request for partial demolition and alterations at 719 South Lee Street

The Board of Architectural Review approved 15 requests for construction, demolition, and maintenance projects across Alexandria. One request for alterations at 116 Gibbon Street was continued to a future meeting.

• Approved bollards at 100 Block of King Street (5-0)
• Approved fence height waiver at 220 North Alfred Street (5-0)
• Approved new construction at 116 South Henry Street (5-0)
• Approved partial demolition/encapsulation at 719 South Lee Street (5-0)
• Approved alterations/addition at 719 South Lee Street (5-0)
• Approved partial demolition/encapsulation at 628 South Pitt Street (4-1)
• Approved alterations at 1600 West Abingdon Drive (3-1)
• Continued hearing for alterations at 116 Gibbon Street (5-0)

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council is holding a special meeting to adopt the FY 2023 annual operating budget and the Capital Improvement Program for FY 2023 to FY 2032. The body will also consider tax rates and various fee increases.

• Proposed Annual Operating Budget for FY 2023 and Capital Improvement Program FY 2023 to FY 2032
• Proposed real and personal property tax rates and effective tax rate increase for calendar year 2022
• Proposed residential and commercial refuse fee increase for FY 2023
• Proposed additions and amendments to the Planning & Zoning Fee Schedule
• Proposed fee changes for Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities programs for FY 2023

The City Council adopted the FY2023 operating budget of $839.2 million and the Capital Improvement Program of $2.7 billion. The Council also set the real property tax rate at $1.11 per $100 of assessed value and approved various fee increases for refuse collection, planning, and recreation programs.

• Adopted FY2023 operating budget of $839,213,971 (RES. NO. 3068)
• Adopted Capital Improvement Program FY2023-FY2032 of $2,725,048,078 (RES. NO. 3068)
• Set blended real property tax rate at $1.11 per $100 assessed value (ORD. NO. 5429)
• Set residential/commercial refuse fee at $500 per property (RES. NO. 3069)
• Set Accessory Dwelling Unit application fee at $135 (RES. NO. 3070)
• Added $100 marina slipholder administrative fee (RES. NO. 3071)
• Set Stormwater Utility Fee rate at $294 annually (ORD. NO. 5430)

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several zoning text amendments and development requests. Key items include a proposal for multi-family housing on Eisenhower Avenue and updates to rules regarding auxiliary dwelling units in commercial zones.

• Mixed-income multi-family housing development at 2121 and 2111 Eisenhower Avenue
• Zoning Text Amendment #2022-00004 regarding auxiliary dwelling units in commercial zones
• Special Use Permit #2022-00012 for an arts and cultural tenant at 500 Montgomery Street
• Subdivision request to split one lot into two at 404 East Windsor Avenue
• Development Site Plan for building addition and parking at 4901 and 4915 Polk Avenue

The Planning Commission voted to approve multiple actions for a large mixed-income development at 2121 and 2111 Eisenhower Avenue, including zoning text amendments, a conceptual design plan, development special use permit, and transportation management plan. They also approved a special use permit for an arts tenant at 500 Montgomery Street, a subdivision at 404 East Windsor Avenue, and a church expansion at 4901 Polk Avenue. Two zoning text amendments regarding auxiliary dwelling units and bonus height were deferred.

• Recommended approval of SUP2022-00012 for arts tenant at 500 Montgomery St (7-0)
• Approved subdivision at 404 East Windsor Ave (7-0)
• Initiated but deferred ZTA2022-00004 on auxiliary dwelling units in commercial zones (7-0)
• Deferred ZTA2022-00005 on bonus height (7-0)
• Approved development site plan and encroachment for church at 4901 Polk Ave (7-0)
• Initiated and recommended approval of ZTA2022-00002 for Eisenhower East (6-0, Ramirez recused)
• Recommended approval of CDD Conceptual Design Plan, DSUP, and TMP for Eisenhower East (6-0, Ramirez recused)
• Approved minutes of April 7, 2022 (7-0)

City Council Work Session

The City Council is holding a work session to discuss the preliminary add/delete consensus for the FY 23 budget. This meeting focuses on finalizing adjustments to the budget proposal.

• Item 22-1183: Summary of the City Council Preliminary Add/Delete Consensus (FY 23 BM 115)

City Council Work Session

City Council will hold a work session to discuss preliminary add/delete proposals for the FY2023 budget, along with the City Manager's proposed amendments. This is the seventh budget work session. Budget adoption is scheduled for May 4, 2022 at 7:00 PM.

• Work session on FY 2023 City Council Preliminary Add/Delete Proposals
• City Manager's proposed amendments to the FY 2023 proposed budget
• Budget adoption scheduled for May 4, 2022 at 7:00 PM

City Council Public Hearing

The Alexandria City Council holds a public hearing on a rezoning and development special use permit for a 250-unit multifamily building with ground-floor retail and an arts anchor at 901 North Pitt Street. Other major items include a public hearing on FY 2023 budget add/delete proposals, second readings of ordinances on property tax rates and stormwater utility fee expansion, and a vote on a five-year extension of the Comcast cable franchise agreement. The council will also consider a temporary closure of the unit block of King Street to vehicular traffic and supplemental appropriations for FY 2022.

• Rezoning and development special use permit for 250 residential units at 901 N Pitt Street (item 12)
• Public hearing on FY 2023 City Council Preliminary Add/Delete Proposals and budget amendments (item 8)
• Second reading of ordinance on proposed real and personal property tax rates for FY 2023 (item 15)
• Resolution to initiate second five-year extended term of Comcast cable television franchise agreement (item 14)
• Supplemental appropriations ordinance for FY 2022 (item 7)

City Council approved a series of ordinances including supplemental appropriations for FY 2022 and the temporary closure of the Unit Block of King Street. The Council also granted special use permits for a private school and a 250-unit residential redevelopment. Public hearings were closed for the FY 2023 budget proposals and housing action plans.

• Approved athletic safety netting up to 30 feet at 2700 Witter Drive
• Adopted ordinance for temporary closure of Unit Block of King Street and northern Strand to vehicles (ORD. NO. 5425)
• Adopted supplemental appropriations for City Government for Fiscal Year 2022 (ORD. NO. 5427)
• Approved Special Use Permit for Potomac Crescent Waldorf School at 424 North Washington Street with amendments
• Approved rezoning and development permits for 250-unit residential building at 901 North Pitt Street
• Adopted ordinance amending the Code of the City of Alexandria and Zoning Ordinance (ORD. NO. 5424)
• Adopted ordinance amending street names in the City Code (ORD. NO. 5426)
• Authorized City Manager to execute documents for CFY 2023 Housing and Community Development and HOME-ARP grant funds

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will consider requests for alterations, demolition, and signage at multiple properties in Alexandria. The meeting includes a public hearing and administrative approvals for previously processed items.

• Request for alterations at 801 Wolfe Street
• Request for partial demolition/encapsulation at 101 Queen Street
• Request for partial demolition/encapsulation at 427 North Saint Asaph Street
• Request for partial demolition/encapsulation at 424 North Washington Street
• Request for partial demolition/encapsulation at 115 South Washington Street

The Board approved multiple requests for building alterations, additions, and partial demolitions across various locations. All substantive motions passed with 4-0 votes.

• Approved April 6, 2022 minutes (4-0)
• Approved alterations at 801 Wolfe Street as amended (4-0)
• Approved partial demolition/encapsulation and alterations at 101 Queen Street as amended (4-0)
• Approved partial demolition/encapsulation and addition/alterations at 427 North Saint Asaph Street as amended (4-0)
• Approved partial demolition/encapsulation and alterations at 424 North Washington Street (4-0)
• Approved partial demolition/encapsulation and alterations at 115 South Washington Street (4-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on two requests. One seeks a special exception to build an addition in the required side yard at 710 South View Terrace (R-5 zone). The other requests a variance to allow parking access from the street rather than an alley at 322-324 South Lee Street (RM zone). The board will also consider approving minutes from its March 14 meeting.

• Public hearing on special exception for side yard addition at 710 South View Terrace (Applicant: Cunningham Living Trust)
• Public hearing on variance for street parking access at 322 & 324 South Lee Street (Applicant: Avonlea LLC)
• Consideration of March 14, 2022 meeting minutes

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a special exception to allow a side yard addition at 710 South View Terrace (4-0). A request for a variance to access parking from the street at 322 & 324 South Lee Street was deferred to the June 13, 2022 hearing (4-0). The board also approved the minutes from March 14, 2022.

• Approved special exception BZA #2022-00005 for side yard addition at 710 South View Terrace (4-0)
• Deferred variance BZA #2022-00006 for parking access at 322 & 324 South Lee Street to June 13, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from March 14, 2022 hearing (4-0)

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several special use permits, a rezoning request, and a subdivision. The body will also discuss zoning amendments regarding bonus density and height, and provide recommendations for the Fiscal Year 2023 Capital Improvement Program.

• Rezoning and development of 901 North Pitt Street into a 250-unit multifamily building with retail and arts anchor
• Special Use Permit for a private academic school at 424 North Washington Street
• Special Use Permit for 30-foot athletic safety netting at 2700 Witter Drive
• Subdivision of 105 and 107 East Randolph Avenue into two new lots
• Review of temporary vehicular traffic closure of King Street and the Strand

The Planning Commission denied a request to subdivide two existing lots into two new lots at 105 and 107 East Randolph Avenue on a 4-3 vote. They unanimously recommended approval of a rezoning and development permits for a 250-unit residential building at 901 North Pitt Street. The commission also found a temporary street closure of the unit block of King Street consistent with the Master Plan (6-0). Administrative approvals for earlier special use permits were noted.

• Denied Subdivision #2022-00001 at 105-107 E Randolph Ave (4-3)
• Recommended approval of SUP #2021-00128 for Potomac Crescent Waldorf School (7-0)
• Recommended approval of SUP #2022-00006 for Witter Field safety netting (7-0)
• Found advisory recommendations on FY2023 Capital Improvement Program consistent with Charter (7-0)
• Found temporary closure of King Street and Strand consistent with Master Plan (6-0, one recusal)
• Recommended approval of Rezoning #2022-00001 at 901 N Pitt St (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Development SUP #2021-10030 and associated SUPs (7-0)
• Approved minutes from March 1, 2022 (7-0)

City Council Work Session

This is a work session where the Council continues its budget discussions, focusing on the Budget and Fiscal Affairs Advisory Committee (BFAAC) and the Accountable, Effective and Well-Managed Government priority area. No final votes are expected; this is a deliberative session to review and refine budget proposals.

• Budget Worksession #6: Review of BFAAC recommendations and the Accountable, Effective and Well-Managed Government focus area

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review is holding a public hearing to consider requests for demolition, alterations, and new construction at several city properties. The board will also review a request for a small cell facility on a utility pole. Some items on the agenda are deferred from previous hearings.

• New construction requests for 912, 916, 920 King Street and 116 South Henry Street
• Request for small cell facility on a utility pole adjacent to 501 Duke Street
• Demolition and alteration requests for 105 North Alfred Street, 628 King Street, and 724 North Washington Street
• Alterations request for 418 and 418 A South Washington Street
• Demolition and alteration requests for 24 Wolfe Street

City Council Legislative Meeting

The City Council will consider a resolution to initiate a second five-year extension of the Comcast cable television franchise and fiber use agreement. Other major items include adoption of the draft CFY 2023 Action Plan for Housing and Community Development, first readings of ordinances to expand the stormwater utility fee purpose and extend COVID-19 business relief, and a $700,000 loan for elevator modernization at Parcview Apartments. The agenda also includes proclamations, appointments, and a resolution supporting a federal RAISE grant application.

• Initiate second five-year extension of Comcast cable franchise and fiber use agreement
• Draft CFY 2023 Action Plan for Housing and Community Development
• Ordinance to expand purpose of stormwater utility fee
• Implementation ordinance for COVID-19 business relief zoning text amendment
• $700,000 CDBG loan to Wesley Housing for Parcview Apartments elevator modernization

City Council approved a consent calendar containing over a dozen items, including the initiation of a second five-year Comcast cable franchise extension and first readings of ordinances on supplemental appropriations, stormwater utility fee expansion, and temporary closure of King Street. Council also endorsed five proclamations and received oral reports from members and the city manager.

• Approved consent calendar (all items approved)
• Initiated second five-year extended term of Comcast cable franchise agreement (public hearing scheduled April 23)
• Received and docketed Draft CFY 2023 Action Plan for Housing and Community Development for public hearing
• Received and docketed HOME-ARP Allocation Plan for public hearing
• Passed first reading of ordinance for supplemental appropriations for FY2022
• Passed first reading of ordinance to expand stormwater utility fee purpose
• Passed first reading of ordinance for temporary closure of unit block of King Street to vehicular traffic
• Endorsed 5 proclamations (Joseph McCoy lynching remembrance, Poet Laureate appreciation, National Public Health Week, Autism Awareness Month, George Mason University 50th anniversary)

City Council Work Session

The City Council is conducting Budget Worksession #04. City staff will lead a discussion regarding a 'Livable, Green, and Prospering City'.

• Budget Worksession #04 - Livable, Green, and Prospering City

City Council Legislative Meeting

The City Council will convene in closed executive session at 6 p.m. for personnel and litigation matters, followed by the regular meeting at 7 p.m. The consent calendar includes resolutions to support SMART SCALE grant applications, authorize VDOT project agreements, and consent to VRE bond issuance. Discussion items include 2022 council priorities, a Dominion Energy presentation on electrical reliability, and a Flood Action Alexandria update. A General Assembly update has been deferred to April 5.

• Resolution to support SMART SCALE grants for DASH facility expansion and electrification (item 4, roll-call)
• Resolution to authorize execution of administrative project agreements with VDOT (item 5, roll-call)
• Resolution consenting to issuance of bonds for Virginia Railway Express (item 6, roll-call)
• Discussion of 2022 City Council priorities (item 8)
• Dominion Energy presentation on reliability of electrical service in Alexandria (item 9)

The City Council approved a roll-call consent calendar including up to $56 million in SMART SCALE grant applications for transportation projects, delegated authority to the City Manager for VDOT project agreements, and consented to the issuance of bonds for Virginia Railway Express. The Council also authorized a settlement agreement in the Rachel Shockey v. City of Alexandria litigation, discussed 2022 City Council Priorities, and received updates on Dominion Energy service reliability and Flood Action Alexandria. The scheduled update on the 2022 Virginia General Assembly was deferred to April 5.

• Approved resolution to submit up to $56M in SMART SCALE grant applications for transportation (RES. NO. 3061)
• Adopted resolution delegating authority to City Manager for VDOT project agreements (RES. NO. 3062)
• Adopted resolution consenting to issuance of bonds for Virginia Railway Express (RES. NO. 3063)
• Authorized settlement agreement in Rachel Shockey v. City of Alexandria litigation
• Approved updated City Council schedule including tree planting and veteran birthday ceremony
• Discussed and directed City Manager to develop business plans for 2022 City Council Priorities
• Deferred oral report on 2022 Virginia General Assembly until April 5, 2022

City Council Work Session

The City Council is conducting Budget Worksession #3. City staff will provide presentations regarding 'Healthy and Thriving Residents'.

• Budget Worksession #03 - Healthy and Thriving Residents

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review is meeting to consider various requests for building alterations and demolitions. The body will review applications for residential and commercial properties, including a request for a small cell facility on public property.

• Request to install a small cell facility on a utility pole near 1011 North Washington Street by AT&T Mobility
• Demolition and alteration requests for 628 King Street by Jemal’s Gap Corner King, LLC
• Partial demolition and alteration requests for 410 North Union Street
• Demolition and alteration requests for 411 North Fairfax Street
• Partial demolition request for 615, 615A and 621 King Street by The Silverman Group

Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on three zoning requests: a variance to build a single-family dwelling at 703 & 707 South View Terrace (deferred from February), a special exception for a second-story addition at 1309 Oakcrest Drive, and a variance to revert to residential use at 1216 Prince Street. The board will also elect officers for chair, vice chair, and secretary, and consider minutes from the previous meeting.

• Variance to construct a single-family dwelling outside front yard setbacks at 703 & 707 South View Terrace (BZA #2021-00017, deferred)
• Special exception for a second-story addition in the required side yard at 1309 Oakcrest Drive (BZA #2022-00002)
• Variance from lot area and frontage, and front/side yard setbacks to allow reversion to single-family residential at 1216 Prince Street (BZA #2022-00003)
• Election of Board officers for Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Consideration of minutes from February 14, 2022 meeting

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved three zoning relief requests: a variance for a single-family home at 703 & 707 South View Terrace (5-1), a special exception for a second-story addition at 1309 Oakcrest Drive (6-0), and a variance for lot area and setbacks to allow reversion to single-family use at 1216 Prince Street (6-0). The board also elected new officers: Lee Perna as Chair, Tim Foley as Vice Chair, and Quynn Nguyen as Secretary. Minutes from the February 14, 2022 hearing were approved 6-0.

• Approved BZA #2021-00017 variance for 703 & 707 South View Terrace (5-1)
• Approved BZA #2022-00002 special exception for 1309 Oakcrest Drive (6-0)
• Approved BZA #2022-00003 variance for 1216 Prince Street (6-0)
• Elected Lee Perna as Chair, Tim Foley as Vice Chair, Quynn Nguyen as Secretary
• Approved minutes of February 14, 2022 hearing (6-0)

City Council Public Hearing

This public hearing includes second reading and final passage of ordinances for the Landmark Overlook rezoning, which would rezone multiple properties for high-density mixed-use. Council will also consider voting district changes, broadband franchises, traffic safety amendments, and an extension of COVID-19 business relief. Several special use permits are up for vote, including an automotive repair lot and a digital sign waiver.

• Rezoning of 5901 and 5951 Stevenson Avenue and 2 South Whiting Street to CRMU-H (Landmark Overlook)
• Adoption of Landmark-Van Dorn Small Area Plan amendment (Master Plan Amendment 2021-00001)
• Redistricting: amendments to election districts and voting places
• Granting right-of-way franchises to Ting, Inc. and Lumos Telephone for broadband services
• Extension of temporary COVID-19 business relief program to June 30, 2022

City Council approved a special use permit for automotive repair and sales at 3507 Mount Vernon Avenue. The Council also passed several ordinances regarding zoning changes, right-of-way vacations, traffic laws, and broadband franchises.

• Approved Special Use Permit for automotive repair and sales at 3507 Mount Vernon Avenue
• Adopted Master Plan Amendment No. 2021-00001 for Landmark-Van Dorn Small Area Plan (Ord. No. 5414)
• Rezoned 5901 and 5951 Stevenson Avenue and 2 South Whiting Street to CRMU-H and 5999 Stevenson Avenue to CRMU-H (Ord. No. 5415)
• Vacated public right-of-way for an alley along Mt. Vernon Avenue between 3608 and 3610 (Ord. No. 5416)
• Rezoned 5380 Holmes Run Parkway from RC to RMF (Ord. No. 5417)
• Amended City Code regarding reckless driving and speeding (Ord. No. 5418)
• Updated City Council procedures and regulations for aides and appointees (Ord. No. 5419)
• Granted right-of-way franchises to Ting, Inc. and Lumos Telephone, Inc. for broadband (Ord. No. 5421, 5422)

City Council Legislative Meeting

The City Council will consider ordinances to implement zoning changes for the Landmark Overlook development, including rezoning properties on Stevenson Avenue and Holmes Run Parkway, and will review financial reports and grant applications.

• Rezoning of 5901 and 5951 Stevenson Avenue and 2 South Whiting Street from CRMU-M to CRMU-H
• Rezoning of 5380 Holmes Run Parkway from RC to RMF
• Consideration of a license amendment for the Alexandria Seaport Foundation
• Introduction of ordinances to adopt Supplement 141 of the City Code
• Consideration of a resolution to support a grant application for the Regional Roadway Safety Program

The City Council approved the consent calendar, including resignations and appointments to various boards. They approved a $1 million grant application for John Ewald Park and authorized a $60,000 grant application for affordable housing planning. Two ordinances were passed on first reading and scheduled for a public hearing on March 12.

• Approved consent calendar with appointments and resignations
• Scheduled License Amendment No. 1 for public hearing on March 12
• Received Monthly Financial Report for January 31, 2022
• Appointed Jesse Maines to Firefighters and Police Officers Pension Board
• Approved $1,000,000 grant application for John Ewald Park
• Authorized submission of $60,000 grant application for Housing Affordability Planning Program
• Passed ordinance on first reading for Landmark-Van Dorn Small Area Plan amendment
• Passed ordinance on first reading for rezoning at 5901, 5951 Stevenson Ave and 2 South Whiting St

City Council Special Meeting

The Alexandria City Council holds a public hearing on the City Manager's proposed annual operating budget for FY 2023 (including schools), the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for FY 2023–2032, and proposed tax rates. No other business is on the agenda; adoption is scheduled for May 4, 2022.

• Public hearing on the City Manager's Proposed Annual Operating Budget for FY 2023 (including Schools) and the Proposed Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for FY 2023 to FY 2032 (including the Schools CIP) and Proposed Tax Rate Recommendations

The Alexandria City Council held a special meeting to conduct a public hearing on the proposed FY 2023 operating budget and capital improvement program. No formal decisions were made during this session.

• Meeting held to receive public comment on the City Manager's proposed FY 2023 budget
• Council members present for the hearing
• Vice Mayor Jackson attended virtually due to medical reasons
• Public comment period concluded with adjournment at 6:42 PM

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review holds an electronic public hearing to decide on requests for partial demolition, encapsulation, additions, and alterations at several historic properties. Items include a deferred proposal for 105 North Alfred Street, a consent calendar item for Robinson Landing Promenade, and previously deferred work at 418 South Washington Street (Campagna Center) and 709 South Lee Street.

• Partial demolition/encapsulation and addition/alterations at 105 North Alfred Street (BAR #2021-00329 & #2021-00324).
• Partial demolition/encapsulation and alterations at 418 and 418 A South Washington Street by The Campagna Center, Inc. (BAR #2020-00076 & #2020-00077).
• Request for re-approval of partial demolition and alterations at 709 South Lee Street (BAR #2022-00008 & #2022-00007).
• Alterations at 1 Pioneer Mill Way (Robinson Landing Promenade) by City of Alexandria (BAR #2022-00044, consent calendar).
• Request for antennas at 105 North Union Street (BAR #2022-00022).

The Board of Architectural Review met electronically and approved several construction and alteration requests. The board also approved the minutes from the previous meeting and voted to continue holding meetings virtually.

• Approved February 16, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Approved BAR #2022-00044 alterations at 1 Pioneer Mill Way (7-0)
• Partially approved BAR #2020-00076/77 at 418 South Washington Street (6-0)
• Deferred BAR #2022-00007/08 at 709 South Lee Street (7-0)
• Deferred BAR #2022-00022 antennas at 105 North Union Street (7-0)
• Deferred BAR #2021-00324/29 at 105 North Alfred Street (unanimous)
• Deferred BAR #2022-00041 at 1600 West Abingdon Drive (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to continue electronic meetings (7-0)

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three special use permits and a zoning text amendment. The body will also discuss auxiliary apartments in commercial zones and elect its Chair and Vice Chair.

• Special Use Permit #2021-00115: Automotive repair and sales at 3507 Mount Vernon Avenue
• Special Use Permit #2021-00126: Digital sign installation at 3601 Richmond Highway
• Development Special Use Permit #2021-10015: 0.72 acre open space park at 345 Swann Avenue
• Zoning Text Amendment #2022-00001: Extension of COVID-19 business relief program to June 30, 2022
• Discussion on Auxiliary Apartments in Commercial Zones Text Amendment

The Alexandria Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of a zoning text amendment extending the temporary COVID-19 business relief program through June 30, 2022. The commission also recommended approval of a special use permit for an automotive repair and sales operation at 3507 Mount Vernon Avenue and recommended denial of a digital sign permit for Volta Charging at 3601 Richmond Highway. A development special use permit for a publicly accessible park in the Oakville Triangle was recommended with conditions, and officers were re-elected.

• Re-elected Nathan Macek as Chair and Melissa McMahon as Vice Chair (7-0)
• Recommended approval of SUP #2021-00115 for automotive repair/sales at 3507 Mount Vernon Ave (7-0)
• Recommended denial of SUP #2021-00126 for digital sign at 3601 Richmond Highway (7-0)
• Initiated and recommended approval of ZTA #2022-00001 extending COVID-19 business relief to June 30, 2022 (7-0)
• Recommended approval of DSUP #2021-10015 for Oakville Triangle park (6-0-1, Ramirez abstaining)
• Approved February 1, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council Legislative Meeting

The City Council is discussing financial support and revitalization status for the Alexandria Housing Development Corporation's Mount Vernon-Glebe project. The body is also considering broadband franchises and updates on the Potomac Yard Metrorail Station.

• Proposed $10.5 million loan and $240,000 rental subsidy grant for Mount Vernon-Glebe affordable housing
• Resolution to designate the Mount Vernon Avenue-Glebe Road Project Site as a Revitalization Area
• Right-of-way franchises for broadband services for Ting, Inc. and Lumos Telephone, Inc.
• Waiver to Special Event Policy for consecutive weekend events in Old Town in June 2022
• Vacation of a portion of a City-owned alley (Viewers’ Report #2021-00001)

City Council approved a $10.5 million loan and $240,000 rental subsidy for Phase 1 of the AHDC Mount Vernon-Glebe affordable housing project, and designated the site as a Revitalization Area. The consent calendar was approved, including a $4,500 arts grant, a special event waiver, alley vacation, and a task force vacancy. Council also approved first reading of broadband franchise ordinances for Ting and Lumos. An executive session was held for mid-year performance evaluations of city appointees.

• Approved $10.5M loan and $240K rental subsidy for AHDC affordable housing project
• Designated Mount Vernon-Glebe site as Revitalization Area (RES. 3054)
• Approved consent calendar: $4,500 arts grant, special event waiver, alley vacation, task force vacancy
• Approved first reading of broadband franchise ordinances for Ting and Lumos
• Received updates on General Assembly, Potomac Yard Metrorail, and PRGS redevelopment
• Approved Council schedule
• Endorsed proclamation for Irish American Heritage Month
• Held closed executive session for personnel evaluations

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will hold an electronic public hearing on February 16, 2022, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The board will decide on a deferred antenna request, partial demolition/encapsulation and alterations at several historic properties, and consent calendar items. Notable new business includes a project at 625 First Street and 510 Second Street involving partial demolition/encapsulation and alterations.

• BAR #2021-00471 / #2021-00470: Partial demolition/encapsulation and alterations at 625 First Street and 510 Second Street (applicant: EAHG Alexandria LP)
• BAR #2022-00022: Request for antennas at 105 North Union Street (applicant: Network Building and Consulting) – deferred from prior hearing
• BAR #2021-00329 / #2021-00324: Partial demolition/encapsulation and addition/alterations at 105 North Alfred Street (applicants: Bruce and Thelma MacGregor)
• BAR #2021-00236 / #2021-00261: Partial demolition/encapsulation and alterations at 413 North Washington Street (applicant: Anne Toth) – previously deferred
• BAR #2022-00023 / #2022-00024: Partial demolition/encapsulation and alterations at 410 North Union Street (applicants: Stephanie Salek and Thomas Fogarty)

The Board of Architectural Review approved 8 requests for building alterations and demolition, denied 1 request, and deferred 7 others. The meeting was held electronically due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Approved alterations at 1319 Prince Street (5-0)
• Approved alterations at 512 Queen Street (5-0)
• Approved partial demolition/encapsulation at 625 First St and 510 Second St (5-0)
• Approved alterations at 208 South Saint Asaph Street (4-0)
• Denied alterations at 1120 Prince Street (5-0)
• Approved addition/alterations at 315 South Lee Street (5-0)
• Deferred request for antennas at 105 North Union Street (5-0)
• Deferred request for partial demolition at 413 North Washington Street (5-0)

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will hold a special meeting for a presentation on the proposed FY 2023 annual operating budget (including schools), the FY 2023-2032 Capital Improvement Program, and proposed tax rate recommendations. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion and input session.

• Presentation of proposed FY 2023 operating budget for city and schools
• Presentation of proposed Capital Improvement Program for FY 2023-2032
• Proposed tax rate recommendations presented for discussion
• Public may submit written comments via the FY 2023 Budget Input form

Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals is holding a public hearing to consider requests for special exceptions and a variance regarding residential construction. The board will also elect its Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary.

• 1031 Cross Drive: Special Exception for an addition in the required side yard
• 2419 Central Avenue: Special Exception for a second story addition in the required side yard
• 2001 Commonwealth Avenue: Special Exception for an addition in a required side yard
• 703 & 707 South View Terrace: Variance to construct a single-family dwelling outside front yard setbacks
• 2603 Randolph Avenue: Special Exception for a front porch in the required front yard

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved five requests for special exceptions and a variance, approved the prior month's meeting minutes, and tabled the election of officers until all members are present.

• Approved BZA #2022-00001 (1031 Cross Drive) 5-0
• Approved BZA #2021-00020 (2419 Central Avenue) 5-0
• Approved BZA #2021-00021 (2001 Commonwealth Avenue) 5-0
• Deferred BZA #2021-00017 (703 & 707 South View Terrace) to March 2022 5-0
• Approved BZA #2021-00018 (2603 Randolph Avenue) 5-0
• Deferred election of officers to later hearing 5-0
• Approved December 13, 2021 meeting minutes 5-0

City Council Public Hearing

The Alexandria City Council will hold a public hearing to consider final passage of several ordinances, including a zoning text amendment to define co-living dwellings and rezoning properties for the Minnie Howard Campus and Tidelock projects.

• Public Hearing on co-living dwelling ordinance
• Rezoning 3701 West Braddock Road to OCM(50)
• Rezoning 1033, 1055, and 1111 North Fairfax Street to CRMU-X
• Rezoning 5380 Holmes Run Parkway to RMF
• Public Hearing on Special Use Permit for Blue Heart Travel

The City Council approved a consent calendar and a roll-call consent calendar containing several ordinances. The most notable was a zoning text amendment to allow co-living dwellings with special use permits in numerous residential and commercial zones. The council also adopted ordinances for encroachment, master plan amendments, rezoning for the Minnie Howard campus, and precinct boundary adjustments. All items were approved as recommended, with no vote totals recorded.

• Approved special use permits for single-family dwellings on substandard lots at 28 E Maple, 3316 Circle Hill, and 5241 Seminary Road (consent calendar)
• Adopted ordinance authorizing balcony encroachment at 2601 Oakville Street (Ord. 5404)
• Adopted zoning text amendment defining co-living dwellings and allowing them by special use permit in many zones (Ord. 5405)
• Adopted master plan amendment for Seminary Hill/Strawberry Hill Small Area Plan (Minnie Howard Campus)
• Rezoned 3701 West Braddock Road to OCM(50)/POS for Minnie Howard Campus
• Amended CDD #12 zoning table for coordinated development district
• Rezoned 1033, 1055, 1111 North Fairfax Street to CRMU-X for Tidelock project
• Adopted precinct boundary adjustments based on 2020 Census and House of Delegates districts

City Council Legislative Meeting

The City Council will consider the Calendar Year 2022 Real Property Assessments, which determine property tax bills. They will also vote on first reading of ordinances to allow co-living dwellings in many zones, rezone properties for the Alexandria City High School Minnie Howard Campus and the Tidelock development, and adopt a resolution supporting a grant application to the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments.

• First reading of ordinance to allow co-living dwellings in RM, RB, RS, RT, RMF, RCX, RA, RC, RD, CC, CSL, CG, CD, CD-X, CL, OC, OCH, OCM(50), OCM(100), NR, CRMU-L, CRMU-M, CRMU-H, CRMU-X, W-1, and KR zones with a Special Use Permit
• First reading of rezoning 3701 West Braddock Road from R-12/POS to OCM(50)/POS for the Alexandria City High School Minnie Howard Campus project
• First reading of rezoning 1033, 1055, and 1111 North Fairfax Street from OCM(50) to CRMU-X for the Tidelock project
• Consideration of the Calendar Year 2022 Real Property Assessments (no specific dollar amounts in agenda)
• Resolution to support a Transportation-Land Use Connections (TLC) grant application to MWCOG

The Alexandria City Council approved the consent calendar, which included first readings of ordinances to allow co-living dwellings with special use permits and to rezone properties for the Alexandria City High School Minnie Howard Campus project. Council also endorsed proclamations for George Washington Birthday Celebration Month and Black History Month, and held the annual stockholders' meeting with the Alexandria Transit Company, approving a board slate and a bylaw amendment.

• Approved minutes of Dec. 14, 2021 (public hearing), Jan. 3, 2022 (special), and Jan. 11, 2022 (regular) meetings.
• Endorsed proclamation declaring February as George Washington Birthday Celebration Month.
• Endorsed proclamation recognizing February as Black History Month.
• Approved consent calendar (items 7-16), including: received resignations from 10 board/commission members; made appointments to multiple boards and commissions; received monthly financial report for Dec. 2021; approved arts project grant application to NEA; passed first reading of ordinance for encroachment at 2601 Oakville Street; passed first reading of ordinance to allow co-living dwellings with special use permits (Text Amendment implementation); passed first reading of ordinance to adopt Seminary Hill/Strawberry Hill Small Area Plan amendment for Minnie Howard Campus; passed first reading of ordinance to rezone 3701 West Braddock Road for Minnie Howard Campus; passed first reading of ordinance to amend CDD #12 zoning table; passed first reading of ordinance to rezone 1033, 1055, 1111 North Fairfax Street for Tidelock project.
• Approved resolution (No. 3051) regarding closed executive session on City Hall security plan.
• Approved slate of directors for Alexandria Transit Company Board and approved bylaw amendment for membership change during annual stockholders' meeting.

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review holds an electronic public hearing on February 2, 2022, to decide on several alteration and construction requests in historic districts. Key items include a previously deferred new-construction proposal for five properties on North Columbus Street and a new application from The Campagna Center for partial demolition and alterations at 418 South Washington Street. The board will also review the expiring window policy.

• New construction at 805, 809, 811, 815, and 823 North Columbus Street (applicant: PT Blooms, LLC)
• Alterations at 1 Pioneer Mill Way (applicant: City of Alexandria)
• Partial demolition/encapsulation and alterations at 418 and 418A South Washington Street (The Campagna Center)
• Deferral requested for partial demolition and addition at 105 North Alfred Street
• Review of expiring window policy

The Board of Architectural Review approved a request for new construction at 805, 809, 811, 815, and 823 North Columbus Street (BAR #2021-00606) by a 6-1 vote, with Mr. Sprinkle opposed. Also approved was an alterations request at 1 Pioneer Mill Way (BAR #2022-00012) by a 7-0 vote. Two deferrals were accepted: items 6 and 7 for 105 North Alfred Street at the applicant's request, and items 8 and 9 for 418 and 418A South Washington Street (6-0, Mr. Sprinkle recused). The board extended the provisional approval of the window performance specification policy for an additional 180 days.

• Approved new construction at 805-823 N Columbus St (6-1)
• Approved alterations at 1 Pioneer Mill Way (7-0)
• Accepted deferral for 105 N Alfred St items (unanimous, applicant request)
• Accepted deferral for 418 & 418A S Washington St items (6-0, Sprinkle recused)
• Extended window policy provisional approval for 180 days

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Planning Commission will hold a work session on the Potomac River Generating Station design plan, followed by a public hearing on multiple items. The most substantial is a rezoning and development special use permit for ParcView II at 5380 Holmes Run Parkway, which would add 227 affordable apartment units and renovate 146 existing ones. Other items include special use permits for a new dwelling on a substandard lot at 28 East Maple Street, intensification of auto repair and sales at 3507 Mount Vernon Avenue, and extended hours for live entertainment at 711 Princess Street. The commission will also discuss a draft joint letter to City Council on the climate emergency.

• Rezoning and development special use permit for ParcView II: 227 new affordable units, renovation of 146 existing units, and lot subdivision at 5380 Holmes Run Parkway
• Special use permit for 711 Princess Street: extend hours for indoor/outdoor live entertainment and outdoor dining, permit amplified sound, and parking reduction
• Special use permit for 3507 Mount Vernon Avenue: intensify non-complying auto repair use by adding automobile sales
• City Charter Section 9.06 case for interim sidewalk use at 1050 North Fayette Street for Yates Car Wash overflow operations
• Discussion of draft joint letter to City Council regarding the climate emergency

The Planning Commission recommended approval of a rezoning and development special use permits for ParcView II, a 227-unit affordable apartment complex at 5380 Holmes Run Parkway, along with renovation of 146 existing affordable units. The Commission also recommended approval of several special use permits for single-family dwellings on substandard lots and deferred a request for automobile repair intensification. Additionally, the Commission approved a joint letter to City Council on the climate emergency.

• Recommended approval of ParcView II rezoning (6-0)
• Recommended approval of ParcView II Development SUP and Transportation Management Plan SUP (6-0)
• Recommended approval of SUP for single-family dwelling at 28 East Maple Street (6-0)
• Deferred SUP for automobile repair intensification at 3507 Mount Vernon Avenue (6-0)
• Recommended approval of SUP for single-family dwelling at 3316 Circle Hill Road, as amended (6-0)
• Approved subdivision at 1801, 1901, 1461 North Beauregard Street (6-0)
• Recommended approval of SUP for extended entertainment hours at 711 Princess Street, as amended (5-0-1)
• Approved joint letter to City Council on climate emergency (6-0)

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will participate in a facilitated workshop at Building Momentum. The session includes staff presentations and exercises intended to establish goals, set priorities, and prioritize initiatives for the year 2022.

• Planning retreat to develop 2022 annual work program
• Workshop on levels of governance and setting expectations

City Council Legislative Meeting

The Alexandria City Council will hold a closed meeting to discuss the disposition of publicly held real property. The council will also consider grant applications for fire and emergency response staffing (SAFER), state aid for rail and public transportation, and a resolution endorsing the Capital Trails Coalition Network. An update on the 2022 Virginia General Assembly session and the FY 2022 long-range planning work program will be discussed.

• Closed session to discuss real property negotiation strategy
• Grant application to SAFER program for fire and emergency response staffing (federal funds)
• Resolution endorsing completion of the Capital Trails Coalition Network (roll-call vote)
• Grant applications to Virginia DRPT for FY 2023 capital and operating assistance (roll-call vote)
• Resolution designating acting city manager during temporary absence

City Council approved a $6 million SAFER grant application to fund 20 new firefighters, endorsed the Capital Trails Coalition Network, and designated an acting city manager. They also approved legislative positions on state bills, received the FY2023 work program, and authorized up to $31.6 million in transit grants. A closed session discussed the potential sale of city property in Eisenhower West.

• Approved $6 million SAFER grant application for 20 new firefighters (unanimous, no vote tally recorded)
• Endorsed completion of Capital Trails Coalition Network (RES. NO. 3048)
• Repealed Resolution 2927 and adopted new acting city manager designation (RES. NO. 3050)
• Approved legislative positions on bills from VA General Assembly (recommended by Legislative Subcommittee)
• Received and scheduled FY2023 Long-Range Planning Work Program for final adoption May 10, 2022
• Authorized up to $25M in transit operating expenses, $6.3M capital expenses, and $331,300 commuter assistance grants for DRPT applications (RES. NO. 3049)
• Approved Council schedule including 2022 Virginia Municipal League Local Government Day
• Convened closed session to discuss real property disposition in Eisenhower West (RES. NO. 3047)

City Council Public Hearing

The Alexandria City Council is holding a public hearing to decide on several zoning amendments, master plan updates, and development permits. Key items include a new high school campus and the establishment of co-living dwelling regulations.

• Proposed new high school building and athletic fields at 3701 West Braddock Road
• Zoning text amendment to define and allow co-living dwellings in various zones
• Sale of city vacant land at 4575 Seminary Road to the Alexandria Housing Development Corporation
• Rezoning of 4575, 4555, and 4547 Seminary Road from R-8 to RA/Multifamily zone
• Request for a Special Use Permit for a single-family dwelling at 220 East Monroe Avenue

The City Council approved the Planning Commission's recommendations for three items: a co-living dwelling text amendment, a high school project rezoning, and the sale of city land to the Alexandria Housing Development Corporation. The Council also adopted two Small Area Plans and approved a Special Use Permit for a Monroe Avenue redevelopment.

• Approved co-living dwelling text amendment (6-0)
• Approved high school project rezoning and permits (6-0)
• Approved sale of 4575 Seminary Road to Alexandria Housing Development Corporation
• Adopted Arlandria-Chirilagua Small Area Plan
• Adopted Seminary Hill/Strawberry Hill Small Area Plan
• Approved Special Use Permit for Monroe Avenue redevelopment (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of Seminary Road properties to RA/Multifamily zone
• Approved consent calendar items

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review is meeting electronically to consider several requests for new construction, alterations, and partial demolitions. The board will also review an expiring window policy.

• Partial demolition and alterations at 322 and 324 South Lee Street
• Partial demolition and alterations at 414 North Union Street
• New construction at 1413 and 1415 Princess Street
• New construction at 805, 809, 811, 815 and 823 North Columbus Street
• Partial demolition and alterations at 210 Green Street

The Board of Architectural Review approved several demolition, alteration, and new construction projects, with the tightest votes on Princess Street proposals. A large project at North Columbus Street and another at Green Street were deferred. The meeting was held electronically due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Approved resolution to hold meeting electronically (7-0)
• Approved Jan 5, 2022 minutes as submitted (7-0)
• Approved partial demolition/encapsulation and alterations at 322-324 S Lee St (7-0)
• Approved partial demolition/encapsulation and alterations at 414 N Union St (5-2)
• Approved new construction at 1413-1415 Princess St (4-3)
• Approved alterations to previously approved plans at 1417 Princess St (4-3)
• Accepted deferral of new construction at 805-823 N Columbus St (6-1)
• Accepted deferral of partial demolition and alterations at 210 Green St (7-0)

City Council Legislative Meeting

The City Council is considering several ordinances, including master plan amendments and property sales. The meeting also includes discussions on snow removal policies and the establishment of a process for adopting the FY 2023 budget.

• Lease between the City and Graboyes Family Trust for warehouse space at 4000 Wheeler Avenue
• Rezoning of 4575, 4555, and 4547 Seminary Road from R-8 to RA/Multifamily zone
• Sale of City vacant land located at 4575 Seminary Road to the Alexandria Housing Development Corporation
• Ordinance to create the 699 Prince Street Tourism Zone
• Budget resolution for the FY 2023 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Program

City Council approved first readings of ordinances implementing the Arlandria-Chirilagua Small Area Plan and the Seminary Hill/Strawberry Hill Small Area Plan amendment, as well as a rezoning of three Seminary Road properties. It also authorized a lease for public safety training space at 4000 Wheeler Avenue and made appointments to multiple boards and commissions.

• Approved first reading of Arlandria-Chirilagua Small Area Plan implementation ordinance
• Approved first reading of Seminary Hill/Strawberry Hill Small Area Plan amendment implementation ordinance
• Approved first reading of rezoning 4575, 4555, and 4547 Seminary Road from R-8 to RA
• Approved first reading of ordinance authorizing sale of vacant land at 4575 Seminary Road to AHDC
• Authorized lease with Graboyes Family Trust for warehouse space at 4000 Wheeler Ave for public safety training
• Approved consent calendar including resignations, appointments, and monthly financial report
• Reappointed Angelique Moss to Alexandria-Caen Sister City Committee
• Appointed Kerry Donley to Alexandria Renew Enterprises

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review is meeting electronically to consider requests for building alterations and demolitions. The board will review projects at King Street and South Lee Street, and note several administrative approvals for signage and siding.

• Request for alterations between 100 and 101 King Street, and 121 and 134 King Street
• Request for partial demolition/encapsulation at 322 and 324 South Lee Street
• Request for addition and alterations at 322 and 324 South Lee Street
• Administrative approval for signage at 1001 King Street and 1101 Duke Street
• Administrative approval for siding replacement at 1012 and 1014 Queen Street

The Board of Architectural Review held an electronic meeting due to the COVID-19 pandemic. They approved a resolution to meet electronically (5-0), the December 15, 2021 minutes, and a consent-item request (BAR #2021-00656) for alterations at 100-101 King Street and 121-134 King Street (5-0). The board accepted a deferral request for two related items (BAR #2021-00654 and #2021-00655) concerning partial demolition/encapsulation and addition/alterations at 322 and 324 South Lee Street. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved resolution to hold electronic meeting due to COVID-19 (5-0)
• Approved December 15, 2021 meeting minutes as submitted
• Approved BAR #2021-00656 for alterations between 100-101 King Street and 121-134 King Street (5-0)
• Accepted deferral of BAR #2021-00654 (partial demolition/encapsulation) and BAR #2021-00655 (addition/alterations) at 322-324 South Lee Street

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Planning Commission is holding a public hearing on several land-use items, including a major redevelopment of the Alexandria City High School Minnie Howard Campus at 3701 West Braddock Road. The panel will also consider a zoning text amendment to allow co-living dwellings, a mixed-use affordable housing project at 221 West Glebe Road, and a rezoning for a multifamily development at 1033-1111 North Fairfax Street. The meeting is fully electronic due to COVID-19.

• Master Plan Amendment, Rezoning, and Development Special Use Permit for a new high school building and athletic fields at 3701 West Braddock Road (Alexandria City High School Minnie Howard Campus).
• Zoning Text Amendment #2021-00004 to define and allow co-living dwellings in multiple zones with a Special Use Permit.
• CDD Conceptual Design Plan and Development Special Use Permit for affordable housing at 221 West Glebe Road and 3606-3700 Mount Vernon Avenue (AHDC Glebe/Mt. Vernon).
• Rezoning and Development Special Use Permit for two multifamily buildings with 234 units and an arts anchor at 1033-1111 North Fairfax Street (Tidelock).
• Special Use Permit for a single-family dwelling on a substandard lot at 220 East Monroe Avenue.

The Planning Commission approved a rezoning and special use permit for a new high school on West Braddock Road and recommended approval for a mixed-use affordable housing project on Glebe Road. The meeting was held virtually due to COVID-19.

• Approved sale of Mosby Street property (6-0)
• Initiated co-living dwelling text amendment (6-0)
• Recommended approval of co-living text amendment (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Monroe Ave special use permit (6-0)
• Recommended approval of West Braddock high school project (6-0)
• Initiated CDD #12 height limit text amendment (6-0)
• Recommended approval of CDD #12 conceptual design plan (6-0)
• Recommended approval of North Fairfax Street rezoning (6-0)

City Council Special Meeting

The Alexandria City Council will hold a special meeting to administer oaths of office to Mayor Justin M. Wilson and council members, consider resolutions regarding electronic meetings, and vote on appointments to city boards.

• Oath of office for Mayor Justin M. Wilson
• Oath of office for council members Canek Aguirre, Sarah Bagley, John Taylor Chapman, Alyia Gaskins, Amy B. Jackson, and R. Kirk McPike
• Consideration of Resolution Finding the Need to Conduct City Council Meetings Electronically
• Consideration of the Election of the Vice Mayor
• Appointments of Members of City Council to City and Regional Boards, Commissions, and Committees

The Alexandria City Council held a special meeting to swear in newly elected members and conduct organizational business. They unanimously elected Amy B. Jackson as Vice Mayor and approved a resolution to continue holding council meetings electronically. The council also approved a long list of appointments to city and regional boards, commissions, and committees.

• Adopted resolution to conduct council meetings electronically
• Administered oaths of office to Mayor Justin M. Wilson and six council members
• Elected Amy B. Jackson as Vice Mayor
• Approved appointments of council members to city and regional boards, commissions, and committees (full list in minutes)