Alexandria public meetings in 2024

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review is considering multiple requests for building alterations, additions, and partial demolitions in historic districts. The meeting includes a potential motion to rescind a previous denial for a property on Green Street.

• Alterations, partial demolition, and encapsulation at 411 Prince Street
• Potential rescission of denial for alterations and demolition at 333 Green Street
• Alterations, addition, and new construction at 1007 and 1007A Oronoco Street
• Alterations and addition at 114 Princess Street
• Concept Review for the City of Alexandria Pump Station at 1A Prince Street

The Board of Architectural Review approved several construction and alteration permits, including a reversal of a previous denial for a Green Street project. The board also elected a new chair and vice chair for the upcoming year.

• Approved BAR#2024-00406 signage at 115 N Lee St (6-0)
• Approved BAR#2024-00389 and BAR#2024-00428 at 1007 Oronoco St (6-0)
• Approved BAR#2024-00425 and BAR#2024-00424 at 418 N Patrick St (6-0)
• Rescinded November 6 vote denying BAR#2023-00074 and BAR#2023-00083 (5-1)
• Approved BAR#2023-00074 and BAR#2023-00083 after rescission (4-2)
• Approved BAR#2024-00349 infill window at 411 Prince St (6-0)
• Deferred BAR#2024-00404 and BAR#2024-00405 at 114 Princess St (6-0)
• Deferred BAR#2024-00412 and BAR#2024-00411 at 206 N Washington St (6-0)

City Council Public Hearing

The City Council will hold public hearings on several items including residential conversions, special use permits, and ordinance amendments. The agenda includes discussions on the AlexWest Small Area Plan, tobacco retail limitations near schools, and various development projects.

• Special Use Permit for a new dwelling at 915 Beverley Drive
• Special Use Permit to extend a temporary trailer use at 3120 Colvin Street
• Special Use Permit for parking reduction at 2300 Burke Avenue
• Ordinance to amend the Vacant Building Registration section of the building code
• Ordinance adopting the AlexWest Small Area Plan into the City Master Plan

City Council approved several special use permits for residential and commercial projects and passed an ordinance restricting tobacco and hemp retail sales within 1,000 feet of schools and day care centers. The Council also adopted the 2025 General Assembly legislative package and established a new satellite early voting location for primary elections.

• Approved Special Use Permits for 915 Beverley Drive, 3120 Colvin Street, and 2300 Burke Avenue
• Passed ordinance restricting tobacco, nicotine, and hemp retail within 1,000 feet of schools and day care centers (ORD. NO. 5566)
• Adopted ordinance to establish an additional satellite early voting location for primary elections (ORD. NO. 5567)
• Passed ordinance to amend 5001 Eisenhower Avenue Redevelopment District for residential conversion (ORD. NO. 5568)
• Adopted the Alexandria Legislative Package for the 2025 General Assembly Session
• Approved one-year outdoor dining license agreement for Mai Thai Restaurant at 2 King Street
• Affirmed BAR decision and denied certificate of appropriateness for window replacement at 201 Gibbon Street
• Approved Special Use Permits for 515 King Street and 2807 King Street

City Council Legislative Meeting

The City Council will introduce its proposed legislative package for the 2025 General Assembly session and introduce new Police Chief Tarrick McGuire. The body is also deciding on several ordinances regarding zoning, tobacco retail limits, and vacant building registration.

• Proposed 2025 Legislative Package for the General Assembly
• Ordinance to limit tobacco and hemp retail within 1,000 feet of schools and day care centers
• Release of $550,000 from FY 2025 Contingent Reserves for the ARISE program extension
• License agreement for Mai Thai Restaurant outdoor dining at 2 King Street
• Ordinance to amend the 5001 Eisenhower Avenue Redevelopment District for residential conversion

The City Council approved the consent calendar with multiple items, except docket item #25 which was considered separately and passed on first reading. That ordinance would establish an additional satellite early voting location for primary elections. Council also scheduled the draft 2025 Legislative Package for public hearing and final adoption on December 14, 2024, and endorsed proclamations for First Night Alexandria and the Alexandria Historical Society's 50th anniversary.

• Passed first reading of ordinance to create satellite early voting location for primary elections
• Approved consent calendar including first readings of AlexWest Small Area Plan implementation ordinance, vacant building registration amendment, and tobacco product zoning restrictions
• Scheduled draft 2025 Legislative Package for public hearing and final adoption on Dec 14
• Reaffirmed appointments to Real Estate Assessment Review Board
• Appointed members to multiple boards and commissions (e.g., Beautification, Arts, Aging, etc.)
• Received resignations from five board/commission members with regret
• Endorsed proclamations for First Night Alexandria (Dec 31) and Alexandria Historical Society 50th anniversary

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will consider requests for property alterations, additions, and partial demolition. The meeting includes public hearings for specific projects and a list of administrative approvals for exterior home improvements.

• Request for alterations at 1308 Michigan Avenue
• Request for alterations and an addition at 413 Green Street
• Request for partial demolition and encapsulation at 413 Green Street
• Administrative approval for roof replacement at 803 Green St.
• Administrative approvals for fences at 413 Green St. and 1119 King St.

The Board of Architectural Review approved requests for alterations at 1308 Michigan Avenue and 413 Green Street. The 413 Green Street project, which includes an addition and partial demolition, was approved with amendments. The Board also approved the minutes from the November 20, 2024 meeting.

• Approved minutes of November 20, 2024 meeting (6-0)
• Approved alterations at 1308 Michigan Avenue (BAR#2024-00398) (6-0)
• Approved alterations and addition at 413 Green Street (BAR#2024-00409) with amendments (5-1)
• Approved partial demolition and encapsulation at 413 Green Street (BAR#2024-00414) with amendments (5-1)

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to consider several special use permits, subdivisions, and rezonings. Key discussions include a large-scale conversion of office space to residential use on Eisenhower Avenue and a lease review for outdoor dining on King Street.

• Proposed conversion of office buildings to residential use and townhouses at 5001 and 4991 Eisenhower Avenue
• Review of a lease for outdoor dining at 2 King Street for Mai Thai
• Special Use Permit for a new single-unit dwelling at 915 Beverley Drive
• Request to increase beds at Silverado Alexandria Memory Care at 2807 King Street
• Subdivision of existing lots into two lots at 405 East Nelson Avenue and 1210 Janneys Lane

The Planning Commission held a public hearing and voted on multiple items, all of which were approved or recommended for approval. The most consequential action was the recommendation to approve the Victory Center redevelopment at 5001 and 4991 Eisenhower Avenue, which would convert an office building to residential use, allow townhouses and a multi-unit building, and amend the master plan and zoning. Other actions included recommending approval of a special use permit for a new home on a substandard lot, a trailer extension, a subdivision, a parking reduction for a church, an increase in beds at a memory care facility, a lease for outdoor dining at 2 King Street, a personal service establishment on King Street, and a multi-unit residential building in Eisenhower East. All votes were unanimous or near-unanimous, with no items denied.

• Recommended approval of Victory Center redevelopment: master plan, zoning, rezoning, CDD plan, DSUP, subdivision (all 6-0)
• Recommended approval of Silverado Memory Care rezoning and DSUP to increase beds and revise open space (6-0-1 each)
• Approved subdivision at 405 East Nelson Ave into two lots (6-0)
• Approved subdivision with variations at 1210 Janneys Lane (7-0)
• Recommended approval of SUP for new dwelling at 915 Beverley Dr (6-0)
• Recommended approval of SUP for temporary trailer extension at 3120 Colvin St (6-0)
• Recommended approval of SUP for parking reduction for church at 2300 Burke Ave (6-0)
• Recommended approval of SUP for TD Bank at 515 King St (5-2)

City Council Legislative Meeting

The Alexandria City Council will consider establishing FY 2026 budget guidance and a new Senior Rent Relief program. The meeting also includes lease agreements for city office space and resolutions supporting transportation and medical transport grants.

• Consideration of FY 2026 Budget Guidance
• New Senior Rent Relief Program Resolution
• Lease agreements for office space at 2331 Mill Road and 100 North Pitt Street
• Resolution supporting FY 2026 I-395/95 Commuter Choice Program
• Resolution supporting FY 2026 State of Good Repair Program

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will consider requests for alterations, demolition, and signage at several city properties. The meeting includes reviews for sites on King Street and S Alfred Street. Several administrative approvals for exterior work are also listed.

• Signage request at 1600 King Street (Archer Hotel)
• Alterations and partial demolition/encapsulation at 221 S Alfred Street
• Administrative approval for exterior alterations at 300 N Washington St Unit 100
• Administrative approval for roof replacement at 622 S Saint Aspah St
• Administrative approval for window replacements at 602 and 604 Bashford Ln

The board approved alterations and partial demolition at 221 S Alfred Street as amended and signage at 1600 King Street, both 5-0. It deferred two items for 411 Prince Street at the applicant's request and combined its January 2025 meetings due to the holiday.

• Approved minutes of November 6, 2024 meeting as submitted (5-0)
• Deferred BAR#2024-00349 and BAR#2024-00350 (411 Prince Street) at applicant's request (5-0)
• Approved signage at 1600 King Street (BAR#2024-00372) as submitted (5-0)
• Approved alterations and partial demolition at 221 S Alfred Street (BAR#2024-00376/395) as amended (5-0)
• Voted to combine January 1 and January 15, 2025 meetings into one meeting (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals holds a public hearing to decide on two requests for special exceptions to allow fences already built on corner lots in R-2-5 residential zones. The board will also consider approval of minutes from its previous meeting.

• Special exception request for a fence at 1700 Dewitt Avenue (BZA #2024-00005)
• Special exception request for a fence at 3350 Commonwealth Avenue (BZA #2024-00006)
• Both properties are zoned R-2-5 (Residential)
• Consideration of minutes from October 7, 2024 meeting

The Board approved a special exception for a fence at 3350 Commonwealth Avenue subject to specific removal and compliance conditions. A separate request for a fence at 1700 Dewitt Avenue was denied following a tie vote. The October 7, 2024, meeting minutes were also approved.

• Denied special exception for after-the-fact fence at 1700 Dewitt Avenue (3-3)
• Approved special exception for fence at 3350 Commonwealth Avenue with conditions (6-0)
• Approved October 7, 2024, meeting minutes by unanimous consent

City Council Public Hearing

The Alexandria City Council will hold a public hearing to consider ordinances for a fiber network franchise, towing fee regulations, and the temporary closure of the 200 block of King Street. The body will also vote on supplemental appropriations for fiscal year 2025.

• Crown Castle Fiber franchise for public rights-of-way
• Towing and storage fee ordinance amendments
• Temporary closure of 200 block of King Street
• Supplemental appropriations for FY 2025
• Zoning text amendment for tobacco product restrictions

The City Council approved a roll-call consent calendar including an outdoor dining encroachment, a fiber franchise, and supplemental appropriations. The Council also approved a temporary closure of the 200 block of King Street and a zoning text amendment regarding tobacco product locations.

• Approved outdoor dining encroachment at 461 Swann Avenue (ORD. 5559)
• Granted fiber franchise to Crown Castle Fiber LLC (ORD. 5560)
• Approved supplemental appropriations for FY 2025 (ORD. 5561)
• Approved first amendment to Zayo fiber license agreement
• Affirmed Traffic and Parking Board decision on South Pickett Street
• Approved AlexWest Small Area Plan with amendments
• Denied Special Use Permit for 404-A E Alexandria Avenue
• Approved temporary closure of 200 block of King Street (ORD. 5562)

City Council Legislative Meeting

The City Council will review updated plans for the Duke Street Transitway and consider an ordinance to amend towing and storage fees. The body will also accept federal appropriations and discuss a proposal to convert an office building to residential use.

• Consideration of updated Duke Street Transitway Phase I conceptual plans
• Introduction of an ordinance to amend towing and storage fees
• Acceptance of FY 2024 federal appropriations
• Discussion of converting 5001 Eisenhower Avenue to residential use
• Introduction of an ordinance to approve a temporary closure of the 200 block of King Street

City Council approved a $100,000 grant to help 1,500 older adults enroll in the SNAP program. The council also authorized the write-off of $12,402 in delinquent property taxes under $20 and processed several board appointments and resignations.

• Approved $100,000 NCOA grant for senior SNAP enrollment
• Authorized write-off of $12,402 in property tax balances under $20
• Authorized VDFP mini-grant application for up to $26,592
• Approved first reading of FY 2025 supplemental appropriations ordinance
• Approved first reading of Crown Castle Fiber LLC franchise ordinance
• Approved first reading of outdoor dining encroachment ordinance for 461 Swann Avenue
• Endorsed resolution accepting FY 2024 federal appropriations
• Appointed 10 members to various city boards and commissions

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on items including a Master Plan Amendment to create the AlexWest Small Area Plan, replacing two existing plans. Other items include a zoning text amendment to restrict tobacco and hemp product retail near schools and daycares, and a development special use permit for seven townhouse units with affordable housing at 5216 Seminary Road. The commission will also consider a special use permit for a new dwelling on a substandard lot at 1313 Cleveland Street, a subdivision at 1007 Oronoco Street, and a review of closing the 200 block of King Street to vehicular traffic.

• Master Plan Amendment #2024-00003 to create the AlexWest Small Area Plan, replacing the Alexandria West and Beauregard Small Area Plans
• Zoning Text Amendment #2024-00008 to ban tobacco, nicotine, and hemp product retail within 1,000 feet of daycares, public schools, and private academic schools
• Development Special Use Permit #2024-10008 for 7 townhouse units with affordable housing at 5216 Seminary Road
• City Charter Section 9.06 review of closing the 200 block of King Street (between Lee and Fairfax Streets) to vehicular traffic
• Special Use Permit #2024-00057 for a single-unit dwelling on a substandard lot at 1313 Cleveland Street

The Planning Commission recommended a zoning amendment to prohibit tobacco, nicotine, and hemp retail within 1,000 feet of schools and day care centers. The commission also approved several residential development permits and a Master Plan amendment for the AlexWest Small Area Plan.

• Recommended approval of ZTA#2024-00008 to restrict tobacco/hemp retail near schools (7-0)
• Recommended approval of MPA#2024-0003 for AlexWest Small Area Plan (7-0)
• Approved SUB#2024-00009 to re-subdivide 1007 Oronoco Street (7-0)
• Approved SEC#2024-00004 regarding closure of 200 block of King Street to traffic (7-0)
• Recommended approval of SUP#2024-00057 for 1313 Cleveland Street (7-0)
• Recommended approval of SUP#2024-00041 for 404-A E Alexandria Avenue (7-0)
• Recommended approval of DSUP#2024-10008 for 5216 Seminary Road townhomes (7-0)
• Accepted deferral request for REZ#2024-00003 and DSUP#2024-10015 (7-0)

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will consider requests for alterations and partial demolition/encapsulation at 333 Green Street. A request for partial demolition/encapsulation at 212 Prince Street is also on the agenda. Two applications for 411 Prince Street have been deferred by the applicant. Administrative approvals for various minor exterior changes are listed for other properties.

• BAR#2023-00074: alterations at 333 Green Street
• BAR#2023-00083: partial demolition/encapsulation at 333 Green Street
• BAR#2024-00373: partial demolition/encapsulation at 212 Prince Street
• BAR#2024-00349 & BAR#2024-00350 (deferred): alterations and demolition at 411 Prince Street
• 12 administrative approvals for siding, window, door, roof, fence replacements and signage at various addresses

The Board approved a partial demolition and encapsulation request for 212 Prince Street. It denied alteration and demolition requests for 333 Green Street and deferred two related requests for 411 Prince Street.

• Approved October 15, 2024 minutes (6-0)
• Denied alterations at 333 Green Street (4-2)
• Denied partial demolition/encapsulation at 333 Green Street (4-2)
• Deferred alterations at 411 Prince Street (6-0)
• Deferred partial demolition and encapsulation at 411 Prince Street (6-0)
• Approved partial demolition/encapsulation at 212 Prince Street (6-0)

City Council Legislative Meeting

The Alexandria City Council will vote on approving the Phase 3 Chesapeake Bay TMDL Action Plan for 100% compliance and a resolution supporting a grant application for Valley Drive storm drain improvements. Other action includes routine consent items for Recovery Court grant applications and an update on city council priorities.

• Grant application to Supreme Court of Virginia for Recovery Court specialty docket
• Grant application to SAMHSA for Recovery Court
• Approval of Phase 3 Chesapeake Bay Total Maximum Daily Load Action Plan
• Resolution supporting grant application to Virginia Community Flood Preparedness Fund for Valley Drive storm drain improvements
• Fall 2024 City Council priorities update

City Council approved two grant applications for the Alexandria Recovery Court and a resolution to seek funding for storm drain improvements on Valley Drive. The Council also approved the Chesapeake Bay Total Maximum Daily Load Action Plan and the official calendar through July 2025.

• Retroactively approved grant application up to $75,000 for Alexandria Recovery Court
• Approved grant application up to $126,225 for Alexandria Recovery Court supplies and services
• Approved submission of Phase 3 Chesapeake Bay Total Maximum Daily Load 100% Action Plan
• Adopted resolution to support grant application for Valley Drive Storm Drain Improvements (RES. NO. 3251)
• Approved City Council Calendar from October 2024 through July 2025
• Endorsed proclamation recognizing Red Ribbon Week
• Endorsed proclamation recognizing October as Cybersecurity Awareness Month

City Council Public Hearing

The City Council will hold public hearings to discuss a residential development project and an appeal regarding roadway safety. The body is also considering an ordinance to update the Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) Financing Program.

• Request for Development Special Use Permit to build 110 residential townhouse buildings at 5725 and 5755 Duke Street
• Appeal of the Traffic and Parking Board's July 22, 2024, decision on roadway safety design changes for Eisenhower Avenue between South Van Dorn Street and Holmes Run Trail
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 7 of the City Code regarding the Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) Financing Program

The City Council concurred with the Traffic and Parking Board's recommended roadway safety design changes for Eisenhower Avenue between South Van Dorn Street and Holmes Run Trail, and denied the appeal of that decision. Council also adopted an ordinance amending the city's Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) Financing Program and approved a Development Special Use Permit for 110 townhouses at 5725 and 5755 Duke Street. A public discussion period included speakers on Duke Street service road changes, Gaza divestment, and library support, but no decisions were made on those topics.

• Adopted ordinance amending C-PACE Financing Program (ORD. NO. 5558)
• Concurred with Traffic & Parking Board recommendations for Eisenhower Avenue roadway safety design changes, denied appeal
• Approved Development Special Use Permit for 110 townhouses at 5725/5755 Duke Street (Planning Commission recommended 6-0)
• Adopted Electronic Participation resolution (RES. NO. 3250)

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will meet to consider minutes, a consent calendar signage request at 501 King Street, and several alteration and partial demolition requests at 101 and 609 Queen Street and 201 Gibbon Street. The board will also discuss updates to the Parker-Gray Design Guidelines' Windows and Shutters chapter and administrative approval policies for windows. Several administrative approvals for roof repairs, signage, and façade repairs are listed.

• Consent calendar: signage at 501 King Street (BAR #2024-00335-OHAD)
• Alterations at 201 Gibbon Street (BAR #2024-00038 - OHAD)
• Alterations and partial demolition/encapsulation at 101 Queen Street (BAR #2024-00347 and #2024-00348)
• Alterations and partial demolition/encapsulation at 609 Queen Street (BAR #2024-00341 and #2024-00342)
• Updates to Parker-Gray Design Guidelines (Windows and Shutters chapter) and BAR Administrative Policy for windows

The Board of Architectural Review denied alterations at 201 Gibbon Street (BAR#2024-00038) on a 4-3 vote. It approved signage at 501 King Street, alterations and partial demolition at 101 and 609 Queen Street, and adopted updates to the Windows and Shutters Chapter of the Parker-Gray Design Guidelines and BAR administrative policies. Minutes from September 30, 2024 were also approved.

• Approved September 30, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved BAR#2024-00335 (signage at 501 King St) as amended (7-0)
• Denied BAR#2024-00038 (alterations at 201 Gibbon St) (4-3; Scott, Lyons, Spencer dissenting)
• Approved BAR#2024-00347 and BAR#2024-00348 (alterations and partial demolition at 101 Queen St) as submitted (6-0; Spencer absent)
• Approved BAR#2024-00341 and BAR#2024-00342 (alterations and partial demolition at 609 Queen St) as submitted (7-0)
• Adopted updates to Windows and Shutters Chapter of Parker-Gray Design Guidelines as amended (7-0)
• Adopted BAR Policies for Administrative Approval for windows as submitted (7-0)

City Council Legislative Meeting

The City Council will discuss a resolution to change the King Street Access Road to one-way westbound between South Taylor Street and Menokin Drive. The body is also reviewing a fiber network franchise proposal and various board appointments.

• Resolution to convert King Street Access Road to one-way westbound between South Taylor Street and Menokin Drive
• First reading of an ordinance to amend the Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) Financing Program
• Receipt of a franchise proposal for a fiber network in public rights-of-ways
• Staff presentation on an appeal of Traffic and Parking Board decisions for Eisenhower Avenue
• Monthly Financial Report for the period ending August 31, 2024

City Council approved a series of uncontested and contested appointments to various city boards and commissions. The Council also passed the first reading of an ordinance to amend the Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) Financing Program. Additionally, the Council referred fiber network franchise proposals to the City Manager for evaluation.

• Approved electronic participation resolution (RES. NO. 3247)
• Adopted meeting minutes from September 10, 14, and 24, 2024
• Approved consent calendar including 16 board appointments and 3 resignations
• Adopted first reading of C-PACE Financing Program ordinance amendment
• Reappointed Annette Bridges to Housing Affordability Advisory Committee
• Appointed Charlie Garlow to Environmental Policy Commission
• Reappointed Lavonda Bonnard to Traffic and Parking Board
• Referred fiber network franchise proposals to City Manager for review

Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold public hearings on three zoning cases: a variance for an accessory structure addition at 415 North Patrick Street, a special exception for an after-the-fact fence at 1700 Dewitt Avenue (with a deferral request), and a special exception for a fence at 1 Clifford Avenue (with a withdrawal request). The board will also consider minutes from the September 9, 2024 meeting.

• Public hearing on variance for an addition to an existing accessory structure in the required rear yard at 415 North Patrick Street (BZA #2024-00004).
• Deferral requested for a special exception for an after-the-fact fence on a corner lot at 1700 Dewitt Avenue (BZA #2024-00005).
• Withdrawal requested for a special exception for an after-the-fact fence on a corner lot at 1 Clifford Avenue (BZA #2024-00008).
• Consideration of minutes from the September 9, 2024 public hearing.

The Board of Zoning Appeals denied a variance to construct an addition to an existing accessory structure at 415 North Patrick Street (4-1). A special exception request for a fence at 1700 Dewitt Avenue was deferred, and another fence request at 1 Clifford Avenue was withdrawn, both as requested by the applicants. The board also approved the minutes from the September 9 meeting.

• Deferred special exception for fence at 1700 Dewitt Ave (5-0)
• Withdrew special exception for fence at 1 Clifford Ave (5-0)
• Denied variance for accessory structure addition at 415 North Patrick St (4-1)
• Approved minutes from September 9, 2024 hearing (5-0)

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request to build 110 residential townhouses at 5725 and 5755 Duke Street. The body will also discuss the use of trailers for commercial purposes.

• Development Special Use Permit #2024-10006 for 110 residential townhouse buildings at 5725 and 5755 Duke Street
• Discussion on trailers for commercial use
• Administrative approval for McDonald's USA, LLC to expand drive-through and construct addition at 3510 Duke Street & 3501 Wheeler Avenue
• Administrative approval for ownership change of Lorien Hotel & Spa to Archer Old Town Alexandria Hotel/King Street Spa at 1600 King Street

The Planning Commission approved a Development Special Use Permit for 110 residential townhouses at 5725 and 5755 Duke Street. The commission also approved the minutes from the September 5 meeting and approved two administrative special use permits for a McDonald's drive-through expansion and a hotel ownership change.

• Approved Development Special Use Permit #2024-10006 for 110 townhouses at 5725 and 5755 Duke Street (6-0)
• Approved minutes from September 5, 2024 meeting (7-0)
• Approved Administrative Special Use Permit #2024-00051 for McDonald's drive-through expansion (3510 Duke Street) (Status: Approved)
• Approved Administrative Special Use Permit #2024-00050 for hotel ownership change (1600 King Street) (Status: Approved)

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will consider requests for building alterations at several properties. The meeting includes a request for demolition and encapsulation at 304 North Pitt Street.

• Alterations at 107 Pommander Walk Street
• Alterations at 1612 Princess Street
• Demolition and encapsulation at 304 North Pitt Street
• Alterations at 304 North Pitt Street
• Deferral of alterations request at 201 Gibbon Street

The Board of Architectural Review approved alteration requests for properties on Pommander Walk, Princess Street, and North Pitt Street. One request for alterations at 201 Gibbon Street was deferred at the applicant's request.

• Approved September 18, 2024 minutes (5-0)
• Approved alterations at 107 Pommander Walk (5-0)
• Approved alterations at 1612 Princess Street (5-0)
• Deferred alterations at 201 Gibbon Street (5-0)
• Approved alterations and demolition/encapsulation at 304 North Pitt Street (5-0)

City Council Legislative Meeting

The Alexandria City Council will discuss and vote on a franchise for public electric vehicle charging equipment and a resolution declaring the city a safe haven for the LGBTQ+ community. The meeting also includes proclamations and reports from council members.

• Consideration of a franchise for public electric vehicle charging equipment
• Approval of a resolution declaring Alexandria a Safe Haven for the LGBTQ+ Community
• Presentation of a Proclamation Recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month
• Consideration of releasing $150,000 in contingent reserve funds for Sheriff's Office hiring
• Acceptance of Virginia General Assembly funding for the Alexandria Community Services Board

The City Council adopted a resolution declaring Alexandria a Safe Haven for the LGBTQ+ community (RES. NO. 3246). The Council approved the consent calendar, which included receiving a capital projects status report, a grant application for up to $150,000 for a hate crimes program, and the release of $150,000 in contingent funds for a sheriff's office hiring bonus program. The Council also accepted $334,775 in state funding for the Community Services Board, including a new Peer Support Specialist position, and referred electric vehicle supply equipment franchise bids for evaluation.

• Adopted Safe Haven resolution for LGBTQ+ community (RES. NO. 3246)
• Approved consent calendar: received FY2024 Q4 capital projects status report
• Approved submission of grant application to DCJS Combatting Hate Crimes program for up to $150,000
• Approved release of $150,000 contingent reserve funds for Sheriff's Office hiring bonus program
• Referred electric vehicle supply equipment franchise bids to City Manager for evaluation
• Accepted $213,060.33 from DBHDS for staff training and development at Community Services Board
• Accepted $121,715 from DBHDS for Marcus Alert program and added one full-time Peer Support Specialist position
• Approved City Council calendar from 2024 to July 2025

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will hear requests for signage at 625 First Street and alterations at 205 N Pitt Street and 307 N Washington Street. The board will also discuss updates to design guidelines for the Parker-Gray Historic District. Several administrative approvals are listed for information only.

• Request for signage at 625 First Street
• Request for alterations at 205 N Pitt Street
• Request for partial demolition/encapsulation at 307 N Washington Street
• Request for partial demolition/encapsulation at 1421 Princess Street
• Status update on Window and Shutters design guidelines

The Board of Architectural Review approved 7 requests for alterations and signage in the historic district. The meeting also included the approval of previous minutes and a status update on design guidelines.

• Approved September 4, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved BAR#2024-00310 signage request at 625 First Street (7-0)
• Approved BAR#2024-00199 alterations at 205 N Pitt Street (5-2)
• Approved BAR#2024-00273 and BAR#2024-00327 at 307 N Washington Street (7-0)
• Approved BAR#2024-00320 partial demolition at 1421 Princess Street (7-0)
• Received status update on Window and Shutters design guidelines
• Administrative approvals for 9 items by staff

City Council Public Hearing

The Alexandria City Council holds a public hearing on an appeal of a Planning Commission decision to allow a lot subdivision at 635 Upland Place. Other items include an encroachment for outdoor dining at 461 Swann Avenue, a lease agreement for public right-of-way at 1050 N Fayette Street, and three vacation requests along East Alexandria Avenue. Several subdivision approvals are presented for information only.

• Appeal of Planning Commission's 7-0 approval to re-subdivide a lot into two at 635 Upland Place (R-5 zone)
• Encroachment request for outdoor dining structure and pergola at 461 Swann Avenue (Founding Farmers)
• Lease agreement with Jeffrey L. Yates for use of public right-of-way adjacent to 1050 N Fayette Street
• Ordinance to vacate 8,621 sq ft of right-of-way at Clermont and Eisenhower Avenues (related to 4601 Eisenhower Ave)
• Three vacation requests (VAC2024-00001, -00002, -00003) for unimproved right-of-way at 404A-408 E Alexandria Avenue (Planning Commission denied 6-1)

The Council denied a subdivision application for 635 Upland Place, upholding an appeal by residents. It also approved three right-of-way vacations on East Alexandria Avenue with conditions, authorized a lease for right-of-way at 1050 North Fayette Street, and adopted an ordinance to vacate right-of-way at Clermont and Eisenhower Avenues. A separate encroachment for outdoor dining at 461 Swann Avenue was approved. No votes were recorded in the action docket for these decisions.

• Denied subdivision application for 635 Upland Place, upholding appeal from petitioners
• Approved three right-of-way vacations at 404A, 406, and 408 East Alexandria Avenue with conditions
• Authorized five-year lease agreement for use of public right-of-way adjacent to 1050 North Fayette Street
• Adopted ordinance to vacate 8,621 square feet of reserved right-of-way at Clermont and Eisenhower Avenues
• Approved encroachment for outdoor dining with pergola and structures at 461 Swann Avenue
• Adopted electronic participation resolution for the meeting

City Council Legislative Meeting

The Alexandria City Council will meet to approve the issuance of revenue bonds for the ARHA Sanse Project, consider a lease for a public right-of-way, and vote on various board appointments and proclamations.

• Consideration of ARHA revenue bonds for the Sanse Project
• Consideration of a lease agreement for 1050 North Fayette Street
• Consideration of a grant application to the Virginia Department of Historic Resources
• Consideration of a grant application to the 2024 Rescue Squad Assistance Fund
• Vacation of right-of-way at 4601 Eisenhower Avenue

City Council approved a series of appointments to city boards and commissions and accepted multiple resignations. The council also approved several grant applications and a right-of-way vacation ordinance via the consent calendar.

• Adopted electronic participation resolution (RES. NO. 3241)
• Adopted resolution regarding closed executive session (RES. NO. 3242)
• Approved meeting minutes from June 11, June 15, June 25, and July 2, 2024
• Endorsed proclamations for Alexandria Little League, Library Black Family Reunion Day, Move2Learn, and Torpedo Factory Art Center
• Accepted 13 resignations from various boards, commissions, and committees
• Appointed or reappointed 27 members to city boards and commissions
• Approved grant application to the Virginia Department of Historic Resources
• Approved ordinance to vacate 8,621 square feet of right-of-way at Clermont and Eisenhower Avenues

Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing and consider a request for a special exception to construct additions in a required rear yard at 304 North Pitt Street. The board also will consider the minutes from its July 8 meeting and receive the Fiscal Year 2024 annual report.

• Public hearing on BZA #2024-00003: special exception for additions at 304 North Pitt Street, zoned RM/Residential Townhouse.
• Consideration of minutes from the July 8, 2024 Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing.
• Presentation of Fiscal Year 2024 Board of Zoning Appeals Annual Report.

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a request for a Special Exception to construct additions in a required rear yard at 304 North Pitt Street. The board also approved the July 8, 2024 minutes with amendments and accepted the FY2024 Annual Report. One member recused herself from the special exception vote due to a conflict of interest.

• Approved Special Exception BZA #2024-00003 for 304 North Pitt Street (5-0)
• Approved minutes from July 8, 2024 meeting, with amendments (6-0)
• Accepted FY2024 BZA Annual Report and authorized Chair to sign (6-0)

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding several subdivision and encroachment requests. The agenda also includes a proposal to initiate the AlexWest Small Area Plan to replace existing plans.

• Master Plan Amendment: Creation of the AlexWest Small Area Plan
• Subdivision #2024-00006: Re-subdividing lots at 1033, 1055 & 1111 N Fairfax Street
• Subdivision #2024-00007: Re-subdividing a lot at 415 E Nelson Avenue
• Subdivision #2024-00008: Re-subdividing a lot at 26 W Chapman Street
• Encroachment #2024-00002: Outdoor dining structure at 461 Swann Avenue

The Planning Commission approved multiple subdivision requests and recommended approval for an outdoor dining encroachment. The commission deferred a Master Plan amendment to create the AlexWest Small Area Plan and denied three requests to vacate right-of-way areas.

• Approved subdivision for 1033, 1055 & 1111 N Fairfax Street (7-0)
• Approved subdivision for 415 E Nelson Avenue as amended (7-0)
• Approved subdivision for 26 W Chapman Street (7-0)
• Recommended approval of outdoor dining encroachment at 461 Swann Avenue (7-0)
• Deferred AlexWest Small Area Plan Master Plan amendment (7-0)
• Denied vacation requests for areas between 404A, 406, and 408 East Alexandria Avenue (6-1)
• Approved June 4, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved June 24, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will consider requests for alterations, signage, and demolition at various properties in Alexandria. The meeting will also include the approval of minutes from a previous session.

• Review of minutes from July 16, 2024
• Alteration request at 309 N Alfred Street
• Signage request at 615 Slaters Lane
• Partial demolition request at 1008 Oronoco Street
• Roof replacement request at 14 Wharf Street

The Board of Architectural Review approved several requests for property alterations, signage, and partial demolitions. One request for alterations at 307 N Washington Street was deferred. The board also approved the minutes from the July 16, 2024 meeting.

• Approved alterations at 309 N Alfred Street (4-0)
• Approved alterations at 309 Duke Street (4-0)
• Approved alterations at 714 S Pitt Street (4-0)
• Approved signage at 615 Slaters Lane (4-0)
• Approved signage at 101 S Saint Asaph Street Unit A (4-0)
• Approved addition and partial demolition at 729 S Pitt Street (4-0)
• Approved alterations and partial demolition at 1008 Oronoco Street (4-0)
• Deferred alterations at 307 N Washington Street (4-0)

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will hear public testimony on multiple applications for alterations, additions, and signage in historic districts, including properties on King, Earl, Queen, Saint Asaph, Pitt, Fairfax, and Gibbon Streets. The board will also consider policy updates to administrative approval procedures and gas meter regulations, and vote on a motion to rescind a previous denial for alterations at 201 Gibbon Street.

• Request for signage at 132 King Street (BAR#2024-00228)
• Alterations and partial demolition/encapsulation at 426 Earl Street (BAR#2024-00119/00151)
• Addition and alterations at 104 Queen Street (BAR#2024-00196)
• Motion to rescind denial and vote on deferral for alterations at 201 Gibbon Street (BAR#2024-00038)
• Proposed updates to BAR Administrative Approval policies and Gas Meter regulations

The Board approved several requests for alterations, signage, and partial demolitions at various city addresses. The Board also updated administrative approval policies for historic districts and gas meters, and revised the Parker-Gray Historic District roofing guidelines.

• Approved signage at 132 King Street (5-0)
• Deferred alterations at 923 King Street (5-0)
• Approved alterations and partial demolition at 426 Earl Street (4-1)
• Approved addition and alterations at 104 Queen Street (5-0)
• Approved alterations and partial demolition at 302 S Saint Asaph Street (5-0)
• Approved partial demolition at 323 S Pitt Street and 216 S Fairfax Street (5-0)
• Rescinded previous denial and deferred alterations at 201 Gibbon Street (4-1)
• Approved updates to Administrative Approval policies and Roofing Design Guidelines (5-0)

Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider a request for a Special Exception to build a two-story addition in the required side yard at 401 Jackson Place. The applicant is Karen S. Becker.

• Public hearing for Special Exception at 401 Jackson Place
• Consideration of June 10, 2024 Board minutes

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a special exception for a two-story addition at 401 Jackson Place (BZA #2024-00002) by a 6-0 vote. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the June 10, 2024 public hearing. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved special exception for two-story addition at 401 Jackson Place (6-0)
• Approved minutes of June 10, 2024 public hearing (6-0)

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will consider requests for alterations at 10 properties, including additions, demolitions, and roof replacements. The meeting will also address administrative approvals for previously approved projects.

• Request for alterations at 435 S Lee Street
• Request for alterations at 929 S Saint Asaph Street
• Request for addition and alterations at 729 S Pitt Street
• Request for partial demolition/encapsulation at 400 N Fayette Street
• Administrative approvals for roof replacements and repairs

The Board of Architectural Review approved 12 alteration and repair requests and deferred 3 projects. The meeting also approved the previous month's minutes.

• Approved June 20, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved BAR#2024-00214 alterations at 435 S Lee Street (5-0)
• Approved BAR#2024-00226 alterations at 929 S Saint Asaph Street with condition (5-0)
• Deferred BAR#2024-00199 alterations at 205 N Pitt Street (4-1)
• Approved BAR#2024-00218 alterations at 309 Duke Street with condition (5-0)
• Deferred BAR#2024-00222 and BAR#2024-00234 at 729 S Pitt Street (5-0)
• Approved BAR#2024-00224 and BAR#2024-00225 at 400 N Fayette Street (5-0)
• Approved 10 administrative requests for roof, door, and window replacements

City Council Public Hearing

The Alexandria City Council will hold a public hearing and consider final adoption of zoning map amendments, text amendments, and a master plan amendment previously approved on June 15. The Council will also vote on a $3,475,000 Housing Opportunities Fund loan and $350,000 grant to Community Lodgings for the Elbert Avenue affordable housing project, along with a resolution designating the site a revitalization area. Other items include a franchise ordinance for electric vehicle charging stations, a public artwork gift to WMATA, grant applications, and multiple special use permits and an appeal.

• $3,475,000 Housing Opportunities Fund loan and $350,000 Pilot Rental Subsidy Grant to Community Lodgings for the Elbert Avenue Project
• Final passage of zoning map amendments for 709 & 711 Pendleton Street and 6101 & 6125 Stevenson Avenue
• Ordinance to establish process for franchising electric vehicle supply equipment on public property
• Public hearing on appeal of BAR approval for new construction at 301 N. Fairfax Street
• Development Special Use Permit for a 44-unit building at 1604-1614 King Street

City Council approved a consent calendar with three planning items (vacation at 4601 Eisenhower Ave, two development special use permits) and a roll-call consent calendar adopting six ordinances: two rezonings, two text amendments, a master plan amendment, and a new electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) franchise process. Council also accepted a public artwork gift for the Braddock Road Metro Station and introduced the new fire chief. All votes were approved as recommended; no vote tallies were recorded for the council actions.

• Approved vacation of 8,621 sq ft right-of-way at 4601 Eisenhower Ave (consent calendar)
• Approved Development Special Use Permit for 44-unit building and townhouse conversion at 1604-1614 King St (consent calendar)
• Approved amendment to DSUP at 201 Cambridge Road for Bishop Ireton High School chapel additions (consent calendar)
• Adopted rezoning of 709/711 Pendleton St from CL with proffer to CL (Ord. 5551)
• Adopted rezoning of 6101/6125 Stevenson Ave from OCM(50) to CRMU-H (Ord. 5554)
• Adopted master plan amendment to Landmark/Van Dorn Small Area Plan (Ord. 5553)
• Adopted ordinance establishing process for EVSE franchise on public property (Ord. 5556)
• Accepted public artwork 'Wrought, Knit, Labors, Legacies' and gifted to WMATA for Braddock Road Metro Station

City Council Legislative Meeting

The City Council will consider several first-reading ordinances, including rezoning 6101 and 6125 Stevenson Avenue from office to high-intensity mixed-use. It will also vote on an EV charging franchise ordinance and release of $1.75 million for employee retention incentives. An update on civilian oversight of policing is on the agenda.

• Ordinance to rezone 6101 and 6125 Stevenson Avenue from OCM(50) to CRMU-H (high-intensity mixed-use)
• Ordinance to establish process for granting an electric vehicle charging franchise on public property
• Release of $1,000,000 from FY 2025 contingent reserves to review and implement classification and pay system changes
• Release of $1.75 million for employee retention incentives
• Resolution to support grant applications for SMART SCALE transportation projects (FY 2030-2031)

City Council approved the consent calendar (items 8-12, 16-22) including a lease with AlexRenew for office space, acceptance of mental health block grant funds, authorization for a $750K annual teen pregnancy prevention grant, acceptance of the Age-Friendly Plan 2019-2023, and first readings of ordinances for EV charging franchise, zoning map amendments, and text amendments. Items 13-15 (release of contingent reserves for mental health staffing, pay classification study, and employee retention incentives) were considered under separate motions, but their outcomes were not recorded in the minutes. Council also held a closed executive session for personnel matters.

• Authorized lease with AlexRenew for office space at 1800 Limerick Street
• Accepted Community Mental Health Services Block Grant and added 5 FTEs for supportive housing
• Authorized application for $750K/year PREP grant for adolescent pregnancy prevention
• Accepted final Age-Friendly Plan and authorized Commission on Aging to develop a new plan
• Authorized USDA At-Risk After School Snack Program grant renewal for FY 2025
• Passed first reading of ordinance to establish franchise process for EV charging equipment
• Passed first reading of ordinance to rezone 709 & 711 Pendleton Street from CL/Commercial Low with proffer to CL/Commercial Low
• Passed first reading of ordinance to rezone 6101 & 6125 Stevenson Avenue from OCM(50) to CRMU-H

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider various zoning and development permits, including special use permits for outdoor dining and multi-unit residential projects, as well as a request to vacate public right-of-way.

• Public hearing for Special Use Permit #2024-00014 at 3950 Wheeler Avenue
• Public hearing for Development Special Use Permit #2024-10003 at 1604-1614 King Street
• Public hearing for Special Use Permit #2024-00033 for outdoor dining at 201 East Del Ray Avenue
• Public hearing for Section 9.06 case #2024-00003 regarding public access easements at 5801 Duke Street
• Administrative approval for Change of Ownership at 5418 Duke Street

The Planning Commission recommended approval of a development special use permit for 9 townhouses and 4 semi-detached dwellings at 107 and 125 North West Street, voting 5-1. They also recommended approval for several other permits, including outdoor dining at 201 East Del Ray Avenue (6-0), a temporary trailer at 3950 Wheeler Avenue, a subdivision at 41 East Reed Avenue, a right-of-way vacation at 4601 Eisenhower Avenue, extensions for multi-unit buildings at 2927/2957 Eisenhower Avenue and 1604-1614 King Street, and chapel additions at Bishop Ireton High School. The commission accepted withdrawal of a City Charter case for 5801 Duke Street.

• Recommended approval of temporary trailer SUP at 3950 Wheeler Avenue (5-0)
• Approved subdivision at 41 East Reed Avenue (5-0)
• Recommended approval of right-of-way vacation at 4601 Eisenhower Avenue (5-0)
• Recommended approval of DSUP extension for multi-unit building at 2927/2957 Eisenhower Avenue (5-0)
• Recommended approval of DSUP for 44-unit building at 1604-1614 King Street (5-0)
• Recommended approval of DSUP for chapel additions at Bishop Ireton High School (5-0)
• Recommended approval of outdoor dining SUP at 201 East Del Ray Avenue with conditions (6-0)
• Recommended approval of DSUP for 9 townhouses at 107/125 North West Street (5-1)

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will hear requests for alterations to historic properties and review administrative approvals for previous projects. The meeting includes a public hearing on a request to defer a project at 923 King Street and a discussion on updates to the Design Guidelines.

• Public hearing for alterations at 201 Gibbon Street
• Request to defer alterations at 923 King Street
• Review of administrative approvals for window and roof replacements
• Discussion on updates to the Windows, Shutters, and Signs chapters of the Design Guidelines
• Review of alterations at 426 Earl Street

The Board of Architectural Review denied a request for alterations at 201 Gibbon Street. Two other project requests were deferred by unanimous vote. The June 5, 2024 meeting minutes were approved.

• Approved June 5, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Denied motion to approve BAR#2024-00038 at 201 Gibbon Street with conditions (2-4)
• Denied BAR#2024-00038 as submitted (4-2)
• Deferred BAR#2024-00095 for 923 King Street (6-0)
• Deferred BAR#2024-00119 and BAR#2024-00151 for 426 Earl Street (6-0)

City Council Public Hearing

The Alexandria City Council will hold a public hearing to consider final passage of the Fiscal Year 2025 budget, a bond authorization for capital projects, and other ordinances including a franchise agreement for fiber networks and a compensation increase for elected officials.

• Final passage of FY 2025 city budget
• Authorization for General Obligation Bonds for capital projects
• Franchise agreement for fiber network installation
• Ordinance increasing Mayor and Council compensation
• Public hearing on Special Use Permit for light automobile repair

The City Council approved a master plan amendment, rezoning, and development special use permit for 6101 and 6125 Stevenson Avenue to allow a residential building up to 85 feet tall with reduced parking. The council also adopted the FY2025 city budget ordinance and authorized general obligation bonds for capital projects. Other approvals included a fiber optic license agreement with Zayo Group, a lease extension, and several special use permits with amendments.

• Approved master plan amendment and rezoning for 6101-6125 Stevenson Ave to CRMU-H for residential development (separate motion, PC recommended 7-0)
• Adopted FY2025 city budget appropriation ordinance (ORD. NO. 5547)
• Authorized general obligation bonds for city and schools capital projects (ORD. NO. 5546)
• Approved five-year license agreement with Zayo Group for existing and new fiber optic conduits in rights-of-way
• Approved special use permit for temporary trailers at 80 S. Early St with two-year term expiring June 14, 2027 (PC recommended 6-1)
• Approved amended special use permit for Hops N Shine at 3410 Mount Vernon Ave with revised outdoor dining hours and conditions
• Approved non-complying light automobile repair special use permit at 1050 N Fayette St (PC recommended 7-0)
• Adopted zoning text amendment adding dog play area to recreation and entertainment use definition (PC recommended 6-1)

City Council Legislative Meeting

The City Council will vote on a $14 million Housing Opportunities Fund loan to Housing Alexandria for the Sanse Apartments (Building One) in Arlandria. They will also consider first readings of ordinances for General Obligation Bonds, the FY2025 appropriation, and a fiber network franchise, as well as a resolution supporting ARHA revenue bonds for the Heritage at Old Town project.

• Housing Opportunities Fund loan of up to $14 million to Housing Alexandria for Sanse Apartments (Building One) in Arlandria
• Five-year license agreement with Zayo Group LLC for existing conduits and fiber optic cables in public rights-of-way
• First reading of ordinance authorizing General Obligation Bonds to finance city and schools capital projects
• First reading of FY2025 appropriation ordinance for city government support
• First reading of ordinance to limit number of dogs and cats per dwelling unit

City Council approved a funding package for Housing Alexandria's Sanse Apartments (Building One) in Arlandria. The Council also authorized grant applications for housing outreach and energy efficiency, and approved several board appointments.

• Approved funding package for Housing Alexandria's Sanse Apartments Building One
• Approved grant applications to Virginia Housing for up to $85,000
• Authorized grant application for up to $197,700 for Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant
• Approved first reading of ordinance for General Obligation Bonds for City and Schools capital projects
• Approved first reading of ordinance for fiber network public rights-of-way franchises
• Approved first reading of FY 2025 City Government appropriations ordinance
• Approved first reading of zoning ordinance amendment regarding civil violations
• Appointed 18 members to various City boards, commissions, and committees

Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a special exception request for a residential property. The board will also elect its officers and review previous meeting minutes.

• Public hearing for BZA #2024-00001: request for a second story addition at 2612 Terrett Avenue
• Election of Board Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Approval of December 11, 2023 meeting minutes

The Board of Zoning Appeals approved a special exception to allow a second-story addition in the required secondary front yard at 2612 Terrett Avenue, with a vote of 6-0. The board also approved the minutes from the December 11, 2023 public hearing. New officers were elected: Tim Foley as Chair, Dawn Bauman as Vice Chair, and Raj Patel as Secretary.

• Approved BZA #2024-00001 special exception for second-story addition at 2612 Terrett Avenue (6-0)
• Approved minutes of December 11, 2023 public hearing (unanimous consent)
• Elected Tim Foley as Chair
• Elected Dawn Bauman as Vice Chair
• Elected Raj Patel as Secretary

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will consider requests for signage, structural alterations, and partial demolition at various properties. Several administrative approvals for window and roof replacements are also listed for information.

• Request for signage at 103 S Union Street
• Request for alterations at 200 S Fairfax Street
• Request for alterations at 307 N Washington Street
• Request for partial demolition/encapsulation at 308 N Columbus Street
• Request for signage at 1028 King Street

The Board of Architectural Review approved several requests for signage, alterations, and partial demolition at various city addresses. The board also approved the minutes from the May 15, 2024 meeting.

• Approved May 15, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved signage at 103 S Union Street (BAR#2024-00174) (6-0)
• Approved alterations at 200 S Fairfax Street (BAR#2024-00179) (6-0)
• Approved alterations at 307 N Washington Street (BAR#2024-00180) (6-0)
• Approved partial demolition/encapsulation at 308 N Columbus Street (BAR#2024-00177) (6-0)
• Approved alterations at 308 N Columbus Street (BAR#2024-00178) (6-0)

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to discuss various zoning amendments, special use permits, and subdivision requests. Key items include a proposed residential building on Stevenson Avenue and updates to the Zoning Ordinance regarding dog play areas.

• Zoning Text Amendment #2024-00006 to add dog play areas to recreation and entertainment definitions
• Master Plan Amendment and Rezoning for 6101 and 6125 Stevenson Avenue to allow a residential building up to 85 feet
• Special Use Permit #2024-00026 for Hops N Shine at 3410 Mount Vernon Avenue regarding outdoor dining and entertainment
• Subdivision #2024-00004 to re-subdivide two lots at 1608 North Frost Street
• Special Use Permit #2023-00044 for three temporary trailers at 80 S. Early Street

The Planning Commission approved multiple subdivisions, rezoning, and special use permits. Several items were recommended for approval or deferred for further staff review.

• Initiated Zoning Text Amendment #2024-00006 (6-1)
• Recommended approval of Zoning Text Amendment #2024-00006 (6-1)
• Approved Subdivision #2024-00004 (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Rezoning #2024-00001 (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit #2023-00044 (6-1)
• Deferred Special Use Permit #2024-00026 for staff updates (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit #2024-00030 (7-0)
• Approved Subdivision #2024-00003 (6-1)

City Council Legislative Meeting

The City Council will consider several action items including a loan for apartment renovations and the issuance of revenue bonds. The meeting also includes proclamations, city manager reports, and amendments to business district guidelines.

• Loan of up to $291,300 to Wesley Housing for Parc Square Apartments renovation
• Issuance of revenue bonds by the Industrial Development Authority for Goodwin House Incorporated
• Grant application for the Adopt-A-Park Litter Control Program
• Amendment of Business Improvement Service District Guidelines
• Resolution identifying city priorities for federal funding opportunities

City Council approved a $291,300 Housing Opportunities Fund loan to Wesley Housing for partial renovation of Parc Square Apartments. They adopted a resolution authorizing revenue bonds for Goodwin House Incorporated and amended the Business Improvement Service District Guidelines. The council also received updates on short-term rental regulations and the 2024 General Assembly wrap-up, and approved the FY 2024 calendar.

• Approved $291,300 loan to Wesley Housing for Parc Square Apartments renovation (consent calendar)
• Adopted resolution authorizing revenue bonds for Goodwin House Incorporated (roll-call, Res. 3224)
• Adopted amended Business Improvement Service District Guidelines with amendments for 60-day notice, letters to property owners, and standard voting form
• Adopted resolution identifying City of Alexandria priorities for federal funding requests (roll-call, Res. 3225)
• Approved non-competitive grant application to VA DEQ Litter Prevention and Recycling Program for Adopt-A-Park program
• Approved FY 2024 City Council calendar
• Endorsed proclamations for Jewish American Heritage Month and Chesapeake Bay Awareness Week
• Received short-term rental update; staff will bring zoning text amendments for future consideration

City Council Public Hearing

The Alexandria City Council will hold a public hearing to consider several zoning text amendments, special use permits, and ordinances, including changes to food truck regulations and real estate tax relief thresholds. The body will also vote on ordinances related to the Vulcan Site Redevelopment and a supplemental budget appropriation.

• Public hearing on food truck operational requirements (Ordinance 24-2046)
• Public hearing on real estate tax relief for elderly and disabled (Ordinance 24-2158)
• Public hearing on taxicab fare regulations (Ordinance 24-2159)
• Public hearing on rezoning 701 South Van Dorn Street and 698 Burnside Place
• Public hearing on vacation of public right-of-way at Courtney Avenue and North Van Dorn Street

The Alexandria City Council adopted multiple ordinances including amendments to the food truck operational requirements (closing time set to midnight), the Eisenhower West Small Area Plan and related zoning for the Vulcan site redevelopment, a rezoning at 701 South Van Dorn Street and 698 Burnside Place, a right-of-way vacation at Courtney Avenue and North Van Dorn Street, and an encroachment for bay windows at 820 Gibbon Street. The council also approved supplemental appropriations for FY 2024, increased income thresholds for real estate tax relief for the elderly and disabled, and adopted amendments to the taxicab regulations. All votes were roll-call; no vote tallies were provided except for planning commission recommendations (all 7-0).

• Approved food truck ordinance amendment with closing time at midnight (ORD. 5536)
• Adopted Eisenhower West Small Area Plan amendment for Vulcan site (ORD. 5537)
• Amended zoning ordinance for Coordinated Development Districts (ORD. 5538)
• Rezoned 701 S. Van Dorn St. and 698 Burnside Pl. from I to CDD #26 (ORD. 5539)
• Vacated portion of right-of-way at Courtney Ave. and N. Van Dorn St. (ORD. 5540)
• Authorized encroachment for bay windows at 820 Gibbon St. (ORD. 5541)
• Approved supplemental appropriations for FY 2024 (ORD. 5542)
• Increased income thresholds for elderly and disabled real estate tax relief (ORD. 5543)

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will consider requests for new construction, alterations, and signage at various city locations. The board will also review requests for additions and partial demolition at 209 Gibbon Street.

• New construction request at 301 N Fairfax Street
• Additions, alterations, and partial demolition requests at 209 Gibbon Street
• Signage request at 106 N Lee Street
• Alterations request at 319 Cameron Street
• Withdrawal of signage request at 825 S Washington Street

The Board of Architectural Review approved requests for signage, alterations, and new construction at multiple city addresses. One request for new construction at 301 N Fairfax Street was approved with specific design amendments. One signage request was withdrawn by the applicant.

• Approved May 2, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Withdrawn: signage request at 825 S Washington Street
• Approved signage at 106 N Lee Street (6-0)
• Approved alterations at 319 Cameron Street (5-1)
• Approved additions, alterations, and partial demolition at 209 Gibbon Street (7-0)
• Denied amendment to increase Queen Street setback at 301 N Fairfax Street (3-3)
• Approved new construction at 301 N Fairfax Street with design and material amendments (4-2)

City Council Legislative Meeting

The Alexandria City Council will hold a legislative meeting with first readings of several ordinances, including those implementing the Vulcan Site Redevelopment (master plan amendment, zoning text amendment, rezoning of 701 South Van Dorn Street and 698 Burnside Place, and right-of-way vacation). Other first readings include amending food truck operational requirements and increasing income thresholds for real estate tax relief for the elderly and disabled. The council will also consider consent calendar items such as resignations, appointments, a monthly financial report, grant applications, and a supplemental appropriations ordinance.

• First reading of ordinances implementing Vulcan Site Redevelopment: Master Plan Amendment No. 2023-00007, Text Amendment No. 2023-00006, Rezoning No. 2023-00005, and Vacation No. 2023-00005 (items 20–23)
• First reading of ordinance to amend food truck operational requirements (item 19)
• First reading of ordinance to increase income thresholds for Real Estate Tax Relief for the Elderly and Disabled (item 25)
• Consideration of grant applications for DOJ Community Police Development Microgrants for violence intervention and underserved populations (items 15–16)
• Duke Street Projects Update oral report from City Manager (item 10)

The Alexandria City Council approved the consent calendar, which included uncontested appointments to boards and commissions, acceptance of resignations, and endorsement of proclamations. Items 14 (monthly financial report) and 15 (grant application) were considered under separate motions; the financial report was received and the grant application was deferred. Several first-reading ordinances were introduced but their outcomes were not recorded in the provided minutes.

• Approved minutes of five prior meetings
• Endorsed proclamations for Delta Sigma Theta Sorority anniversary and Building Safety Month
• Recognized City Academy and Junior City Academy graduates
• Received resignations from six board/commission members
• Received applications for Commission of the Year Impact Award
• Appointed/reappointed 12 members to various boards and commissions
• Received monthly financial report for period ending March 31, 2024 (separate motion)
• Deferred U.S. DOJ Community Police Development Microgrant application (separate motion)

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Alexandria Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on May 7, 2024, to consider a zoning text amendment to Section 11-207 regarding civil violations, along with street naming requests, multiple special use permits, and a subdivision. The docket includes two deferred items for a trailer SUP and a rezoning. Several administrative approvals already decided are listed for information.

• Zoning Text Amendment #2024-00004 to amend Section 11-207 (Civil Violations)
• Street naming for two new names at Upland Park (5165 Seminary Road)
• Street naming for seven new names at Landmark Overlook (5901 Stevenson Avenue)
• Special Use Permit #2024-00009 for a temporary trailer at 4320 Seminary Road (Inova Health Care Services)
• Special Use Permit #2024-00011 to allow uses and increase noncomplying square footage at 4601 Eisenhower Avenue

The Planning Commission recommended approval for multiple special use permits, street names, and a subdivision. Two items regarding a special use permit and a rezoning request were deferred.

• Recommended approval of FY2025 meeting schedule (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Zoning Text Amendment #2024-00004 (7-0)
• Recommended approval of two street names at 5165 Seminary Road (7-0)
• Recommended approval of seven street names at 5901 Stevenson Avenue (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit #2024-00009 for a temporary trailer (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit #2024-00011 (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit #2024-00024 (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Subdivision #2024-00002 (7-0)

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will consider multiple alteration requests, including previously deferred items at 333 Green Street (addition/alterations and partial demolition) and new business for 1404 King Street, 217 N Columbus Street, 407 S Lee Street, and 217 S Columbus Street. A consent calendar addresses alterations at 605 Franklin Street, 200 S Fairfax Street, and 551 Bashford Lane. The Board will also receive a status update on proposed updates to the Masonry and Windows/Shutters chapters of the Design Guidelines for the Parker-Gray Historic District.

• Items 6&7: Deferred request for addition, alterations, and partial demolition/encapsulation at 333 Green Street (applicant Paul O’Sullivan)
• Items 8&9: Request for addition, alterations, and partial demolition/encapsulation at 1404 King Street (applicant Richard Kelly/HTC Property Management)
• Item 10: Request for partial demolition/encapsulation at 217 N Columbus Street (applicant Cathleen Curtin Architects LLC)
• Item 11: Request for partial demolition/encapsulation at 407 S Lee Street (applicants Karen & William Conkey)
• Item 13: Status update on proposed updates to the Masonry and Windows/Shutters chapters of the Design Guidelines for the Parker-Gray Historic District

The Board of Architectural Review approved 13 requests for building alterations and adopted updates to the Masonry chapter of the Design Guidelines in the Parker-Gray Historic District. All motions carried with a 7-0 vote.

• Approved April 17, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved alterations at 605 Franklin Street (7-0)
• Approved alterations at 200 S Fairfax Street (7-0)
• Approved alterations at 551 Bashford Lane (7-0)
• Deferred BAR#2023-00074 and BAR#2023-00083 (7-0)
• Approved additions/alterations at 1404 King Street (7-0)
• Approved demolition/encapsulation at 217 N Columbus Street (7-0)
• Approved demolition/encapsulation at 407 S Lee Street (7-0)

City Council Legislative Meeting

The Alexandria City Council will hold a special meeting to adopt the Fiscal Year 2025 operating budget, capital improvement program, and related tax and fee ordinances. The meeting will be held in-person at 301 King St. and via Zoom webinar.

• Adoption of FY 2025 operating budget and capital improvement program
• Final passage of ordinance setting real and personal property tax rates
• Ordinance increasing late payment penalty on personal property taxes
• Ordinance amending ambulance service charges
• Ordinance amending stormwater utility fee

City Council approved the FY 2025 annual operating budget and a 10-year Capital Improvement Program. The council also increased the real property tax rate and updated various service fees and penalties.

• Adopted FY 2025 General Fund operating budget of $926,395,792
• Approved FY 2025-2034 Capital Improvement Program totaling $2,401,545,625
• Set calendar year 2024 blended real property tax rate at $1.135 per $100 of assessed value
• Increased personal property tax late payment penalty to 25% if paid more than 30 days late
• Approved ordinance to increase city ambulance and hazardous materials incident response charges
• Increased annual Stormwater Utility Fee to $324.10 per billing unit
• Approved fee increases for Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities programs
• Adopted fee changes for the Permit Center and Office of Historic Alexandria facility rentals

City Council Legislative Meeting

The Alexandria City Council will hold a public hearing on proposed real and personal property tax rates for Fiscal Year 2025. The meeting also includes the release of $20,000 from contingent reserves for police technology initiatives and the consideration of a draft housing and community development action plan.

• Public hearing on proposed 2024 tax rates
• Release of $20,000 for police technology initiatives
• Consideration of draft FY 2025 housing and community development action plan
• Presentation of proclamations for Alcohol Awareness Month and National Arab American Heritage Month
• Consideration of a grant application for federal staffing and emergency response

Council held a public hearing on proposed tax rates and a budget work session, then approved the consent calendar including a SAFER grant application and an underage drinking prevention grant. A police technology funding request was deferred for a revised proposal. Council also adopted the FY 2025 Action Plan for Housing and Community Development, authorizing over $1.8 million in federal grant applications for CDBG and HOME programs.

• Approved FY 2025 Action Plan for Housing and Community Development ($1.09M CDBG + $712K HOME)
• Approved SAFER grant application for $5.1M over three years for additional EMS transport units
• Authorized application for $240,000 underage drinking prevention grant (no match required)
• Deferred $20,000 police technology contingency funding back to staff for a revised proposal
• Authorized acceptance of 129 S. Gordon Street property via tax-sale process
• Adopted resolution designating acting city manager during temporary absence
• Approved FY 2024 and FY 2025 City Council calendars, including meeting date changes

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will consider requests for demolition, encapsulation, and alterations at several city properties. The meeting includes a review of signage reapproval and an informational session on the City-wide Sign Ordinance.

• Partial demolition/encapsulation and alterations at 720 N Saint Asaph Street
• Partial demolition/encapsulation at 318 N Payne Street
• Signage reapproval at 700 S Washington Street
• Informational session on proposed City-wide Sign Ordinance updates
• Staff administrative approvals for siding, fencing, and roofing at various addresses

The Board of Architectural Review approved requests for signage, partial demolitions, and property alterations. The board also held an informational session regarding proposed updates to the City-wide Sign Ordinance.

• Approved April 3, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved signage reapproval at 700 S Washington Street (BAR#2024-00090) (4-0)
• Approved partial demolition/encapsulation and alterations at 720 N Saint Asaph Street (BAR#2024-00093 and BAR#2024-00094) (4-0)
• Approved partial demolition/encapsulation at 318 N Payne Street (BAR#2024-00114) (4-0)

City Council Public Hearing

The City Council holds a public hearing on a major redevelopment of the Vulcan site at 701 S Van Dorn Street, including rezoning, a master plan amendment, and permits for 208 apartment units, a 256-room hotel, 31 townhouses, 88 stacked townhouses, new streets, and a public park. The council also considers zoning text amendments, the FY 2025 budget add/delete proposals, ambulance service fee increases, and a late payment penalty increase on personal property taxes.

• Vulcan site redevelopment: rezoning, master plan amendment, 208 apartments, 256-room hotel, 31 townhouses, 88 stacked townhouses, new streets, public park (701 S Van Dorn St & 698 Burnside Pl)
• Special use permit for automobile sales area at 406 E Glebe Road (SUP #2023-00106)
• Public hearing on FY 2025 City Council Preliminary Add/Delete Proposals and City Manager's proposed budget amendments
• Second reading of ordinance to increase ambulance service charges (amending Article J, Chapter 2, Title 3)
• Second reading of ordinance to increase late payment penalty on personal property taxes from 10% to up to 25%

The City Council approved the massive Vulcan site redevelopment at 701 S Van Dorn Street and 698 Burnside Place, including a master plan amendment, rezoning, and permits for 208 residential units, a 256-room hotel, 31 townhouses, and 88 stacked townhouses. The Council also adopted zoning ordinance amendments (Text Amendments 2024-00002 and 2024-00003), authorized a Crown Castle fiber route amendment, and upheld the Board of Architectural Review's denial of a painting certificate at 613 S Royal Street. A public hearing was held on FY2025 budget add/delete proposals, but no decision was made on the proposed ambulance service charge increase.

• Adopted electronic participation resolution (Res. No. 3217, roll-call)
• Approved special use permit for automobile sales area at 406 E. Glebe Road (separate motion)
• Adopted zoning ordinance amendments: Text Amendment 2024-00002, 2024-00003, and erosion/sediment control ordinance (roll-call consent calendar)
• Held public hearing on FY2025 City Council Preliminary Add/Delete Proposals and budget amendments (no vote)
• Authorized City Manager to execute second amendment to Crown Castle Fiber license agreement for approximately 600 feet of fiber route
• Upheld Board of Architectural Review's denial of Certificate of Appropriateness for after-the-fact painting at 613 S Royal Street
• Approved Vulcan site redevelopment: Master Plan amendment, text amendment, rezoning to CDD #26, concept plan, development special use permits for residential buildings and hotel, site plans for infrastructure and public park, sign permit, subdivision, and right-of-way vacation (per Planning Commission 7-0 recommendation)

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss a comprehensive redevelopment of 701 S Van Dorn Street and 698 Burnside Place. The body will also conduct a work session on the Sign Ordinance and review the FY2025 Capital Improvement Program.

• Vulcan Site Redevelopment: Proposal for 208 residential units, a 256-room hotel, 119 townhouses, and a public park
• Special Use Permit #2023-00106 for an automobile sales area at 406 East Glebe Road
• Work session regarding the Sign Ordinance Update
• Advisory recommendations for the Fiscal Year 2025 Capital Improvement Program
• Rezoning of 701 S Van Dorn Street and 698 Burnside Place from Industrial to CDD #26

The Planning Commission recommended approval for a comprehensive redevelopment of the Vulcan Site at 701 S Van Dorn Street and 698 Burnside Place, including residential units, a hotel, and a public park. The commission also recommended approval for an automobile sales special use permit and the FY2025 Capital Improvement Program advisory recommendation.

• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit #2023-00106 for automobile sales at 406 East Glebe Road (7-0)
• Deferred adoption of FY2025 meeting schedule and continuation dates (7-0)
• Recommended approval of advisory recommendation for FY2025 Capital Improvement Program (7-0)
• Adopted Master Plan Amendment #2023-00007 for Vulcan Site Redevelopment (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Text Amendment #2023-00006 and Rezoning #2023-00005 for Vulcan Site (7-0)
• Recommended approval of CDD#2023-00004 and DSUPs #2023-10007, #2023-10013, and #2023-10014 for Vulcan Site (7-0)
• Recommended approval of DSP#2023-00013, DSP#2023-00014, SUP#2023-00100, SUB#2023-00006, and VAC#2023-00005 for Vulcan Site (7-0)
• Approved minutes from March 5, 2024 meeting (7-0)

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will consider proposed updates to administrative approval policies and receive a status update on revisions to the Masonry chapter of the Design Guidelines for the Parker-Gray Historic District. The meeting also includes a public hearing for a signage request at 105 N Washington Street and a series of administrative approvals for property alterations.

• Public hearing for signage request at 105 N Washington Street
• Consideration of updates to BAR Administrative Approval policies
• Status update on Masonry chapter revisions for Parker-Gray Historic District
• Administrative approvals for chimney, window, and roof alterations
• Request for EV charging station installation at 201 S Washington Street

The Board of Architectural Review approved minutes, a signage request at 105 N Washington Street, alterations at 1405 E Abingdon Drive, updates to Administrative Approval policies, and updates to the Masonry chapter of the Design Guidelines. All votes were 6-0. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved minutes from March 20, 2024 (6-0)
• Approved signage at 105 N Washington Street #201 (6-0)
• Approved alterations at 1405 E Abingdon Drive Unit 6 (6-0)
• Approved updates to BAR Administrative Approval policies, as amended, with request for additional modifications (6-0)
• Approved updates to Masonry chapter of Design Guidelines (6-0)

City Council Legislative Meeting

The Alexandria City Council will hold a legislative meeting on April 2, 2024, with a consent calendar and several ordinance first readings. Key decisions include increasing the late payment penalty on personal property taxes, amending the stormwater utility fee, and increasing ambulance service charges. The council will also consider board appointments, proclamations, a lease agreement, and a scoreboard donation.

• Ordinance to increase late payment penalty on personal property taxes from 10% to up to 25% (item 19)
• Ordinance to amend stormwater utility fee (item 20, roll-call vote)
• Ordinance to increase ambulance service charges (item 24)
• Lease agreement with Virginia Employment Commission for office space at Del Pepper Community Resource Center at 4850 Mark Center Drive (item 17)
• Donation of a scoreboard and installation at Lee Center Miracle Field (item 25, roll-call vote)

The City Council approved the consent calendar, which included first readings of ordinances increasing the late payment penalty on personal property taxes and amending stormwater utility fees, among other items. Separately, the Council authorized a grant application for the Summer Food Service Program and approved a first reading of an ordinance increasing ambulance service charges. The Council also endorsed several proclamations and received staff reports.

• Approved consent calendar including first readings of personal property tax late penalty increase (10% to 25%), stormwater utility fee amendment, erosion control ordinance, zoning text amendments, and fiber license agreement
• Separately approved first reading of ordinance increasing ambulance service charges
• Authorized grant application to Virginia Department of Education for USDA Summer Food Service Program (estimated $150,000)
• Retroactively approved grant application to Race Forward and Americans for the Arts ($40,000)
• Accepted Community Mental Health Services Block Grant for Marcus Alert Program
• Approved lease agreement with Virginia Employment Commission for office space at Del Pepper Community Resource Center
• Endorsed proclamations for Autism Acceptance Month, National Community Development Week, National Library Week, and Hazel the Tunnel Boring Machine Day
• Appointed numerous members to boards and commissions (e.g., Gang Prevention Task Force, Beautification Commission, etc.)

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will hold a public hearing on March 20, 2024, to consider alterations, a partial demolition, and administrative approvals for properties in the Old and Historic Alexandria District. Items include alterations at 8 Potomac Court, 330 N Royal Street, 208 S Saint Asaph Street, and a request for partial demolition/encapsulation at 100 Gibbon Street.

• Partial demolition/encapsulation at 100 Gibbon Street (BAR#2024-00058)
• Alterations at 8 Potomac Court (BAR#2024-00045)
• Alterations at 330 N Royal Street (BAR#2024-00047)
• Small cell antenna installations at 1200 and 707 Oronoco Street (BAR#2024-00083 & -00084)
• Signage for Mystic BBQ & Grill at 220 N Lee Street (BAR#2024-00081)

The Board of Architectural Review met March 20, 2024, and voted unanimously (5-0) on five agenda items. The board approved alterations at four properties and a combined alterations/partial demolition at 100 Gibbon Street as amended. No items were denied or tabled. The meeting adjourned after 14 minutes.

• Approved March 6, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved alterations at 8 Potomac Court, BAR#2024-00045 (5-0)
• Approved alterations at 330 N Royal Street, BAR#2024-00047 (5-0)
• Approved alterations at 208 S Saint Asaph Street, BAR#2024-00054 (5-0)
• Approved alterations and partial demolition/encapsulation at 100 Gibbon Street, BAR#2024-00057 & 00058, as amended (5-0)

City Council Public Hearing

The Alexandria City Council holds a public hearing to consider the proposed FY 2025 operating and capital budgets, including schools, with adoption scheduled for May 1. Also up for discussion are several zoning text amendments, special use permits, and renewed five-year license agreements with Cox Virginia Telecom and SummitIG for fiber optic conduits in public rights-of-way. The agenda includes a public hearing on the City Manager's proposed budget, as well as items on master plan amendments and a rezoning at 1201 East Abingdon Drive.

• Public hearing on City Manager's proposed FY 2025 operating budget and capital improvement program for FY 2025-2034 (item 10)
• Zoning text amendment to redefine electric vehicle charging, hotel definitions, and delete obsolete categories; also adds outdoor dining as permitted use in CRMU-X zone (item 5)
• Special use permit to increase floor area ratio for outdoor dining roof at 1508 Mount Vernon Avenue (item 4)
• Second reading and final passage of ordinance rezoning 1201 East Abingdon Drive from OCM(50) to CRMU-X (item 8)
• Renewed five-year license agreements with Cox Virginia Telecom and SummitIG for existing conduits and fiber optic cables in public rights-of-way (items 11-12)

The City Council approved the Planning Commission's recommendations for a special use permit and two zoning text amendments. The Council also adopted ordinances for a master plan amendment, a zoning map change, and sewer connection rules. Additionally, the Council approved five-year license agreements with Cox Virginia Telecom and SummitIG, LLC. The public hearing for the FY 2025 budget was closed.

• Approved Special Use Permit #2023-00107 (roof over outdoor dining) 7-0
• Approved Zoning Text Amendment #2024-00002 (EV charging, hotel definitions) 7-0
• Approved Zoning Text Amendment #2024-00003 (stormwater regulations) 7-0
• Adopted Master Plan Amendment No. 2023-00008 (Old Town North) 7-0
• Rezoned 1201 East Abingdon Drive to CRMU-X 7-0
• Adopted ordinance amending sewer connection rules 7-0
• Approved five-year license agreement with Cox Virginia Telecom
• Approved five-year license agreement with SummitIG, LLC

City Council Legislative Meeting

The Alexandria City Council will hold a public hearing on a special use permit to allow a single-family dwelling on a vacant substandard lot without street frontage at 404A E Alexandria Avenue. The council will also consider first readings of ordinances on real property tax rates for FY2025 and on rezoning 1201 East Abingdon Drive. Several grant applications, license renewals, and uncontested appointments to boards and commissions are on the consent calendar.

• Public hearing on Special Use Permit #2023-00076 for a single-family dwelling at 404A E Alexandria Avenue (vacant lot, no street frontage, parking reduction).
• First reading of ordinance to set proposed real and personal property tax rates for FY2025.
• First reading of ordinance to rezone 1201 East Abingdon Drive from OCM(50) to CRMU-X (Old Town North).
• Renewal of five-year license agreements with Cox Virginia Telecom and Summit IG for conduits/fiber in public rights-of-way.
• Consideration of grant applications: Climate Pollution Reduction Grant (EPA), Creative Community Partnership Grant, and Virginia250 Impact Grant.

City Council denied a request to build a single-family dwelling at 404A E Alexandria Avenue, citing neighborhood character criteria. The Council also approved a series of board appointments and authorized several grant applications, including a $10 million federal climate grant.

• Denied Special Use Permit #2023-00076 for 404A E Alexandria Avenue
• Approved $10 million grant application to U.S. EPA for Climate Pollution Reduction
• Approved $4,500 grant application to Virginia Commission for the Arts
• Appointed 18 members to various City boards, commissions, and committees
• Approved renewed five-year license agreements with Cox Virginia Telecom, LLC and Summit IG, LLC
• Passed first reading of ordinance to amend sewage disposal and drain regulations
• Passed first reading of Master Plan amendment and rezoning for 1201 East Abingdon Drive
• Approved bylaws change and outside auditor hiring for Alexandria Transit Company

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council is holding a special public hearing to receive comments on the City Manager's proposed FY 2025 operating budget, the FY 2025–2034 Capital Improvement Program (including schools), and proposed tax rate recommendations. No decisions are being made at this hearing; adoption is scheduled for May 1, 2024, with a separate tax rate hearing on April 24, 2024.

• Public hearing on proposed FY 2025 operating budget and tax rate recommendations
• Proposed Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for FY 2025–2034
• Public hearing on real property tax rate ordinance scheduled for April 24, 2024

The Alexandria City Council held a special budget public hearing on March 11, 2024, to receive public comment on the proposed FY2025 operating budget, Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for FY2025–2034, and tax rate recommendations. Forty-three speakers addressed the council, with many supporting increased funding for Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS) and affordable housing. No decisions were made; adoption of the budget is scheduled for May 1, 2024.

• No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was a public hearing only.

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Alexandria Board of Architectural Review will hold a public hearing on March 6, 2024, to decide two alteration requests: one at 201 Gibbon Street and one at 419 S Royal Street. The board will also approve a list of administrative items including signage, window replacements, deck replacement, and other exterior changes at various properties in the historic district.

• Request for alterations at 201 Gibbon Street (applicant Mary Denby with MHD Builds)
• Request for alterations at 419 S Royal Street (applicant Old Presbyterian Meeting House)
• Request for signage at 823 S Washington Street (applicant Prankies Kitchen and Cocktail Bar)
• Request for deck replacement at 727 Ford’s Landing Way (applicant Kathleen Turner)
• Request for window replacements at 718 N Columbus Street (applicant Eric Bodley)

The Board approved the removal of a chimney at 201 Gibbon Street and deferred a request for alterations at 419 S Royal Street. The board also processed several administrative approvals for signage, roofing, and window replacements across the city.

• Approved removal of existing chimney at 201 Gibbon Street (5-0)
• Deferred replacement of second floor windows at 201 Gibbon Street (5-0)
• Accepted request for deferral of alterations at 419 S Royal Street (5-0)
• Approved February 21, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, to consider several zoning text amendments, special use permits, and a property acquisition review. The meeting will be held at City Hall Council Chambers and can be viewed remotely via Zoom.

• Public hearing on Special Use Permit #2023-00107 for roof over outdoor dining at 1508 Mount Vernon Avenue
• Public hearing on Zoning Text Amendment #2024-00002 to amend electric vehicle charging and hotel definitions
• Public hearing on City Charter Section 9.06 Case #2024-00001 regarding property acquisition at 129 S. Gordon Street
• Discussion on Eisenhower West/Landmark Van Dorn Developer Contributions Policy Update
• Public hearing on a resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2024 meeting schedule

The Planning Commission recommended approval for multiple zoning text amendments, special use permits, and a subdivision request. The Commission also adopted a resolution to amend its Fiscal Year 2024 meeting schedule.

• Re-elected Nathan Macek as Chair (7-0)
• Re-elected Melissa McMahon as Vice Chair (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit #2023-00107 for 1508 Mount Vernon Avenue (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Zoning Text Amendment #2024-00002 (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Zoning Text Amendment #2024-00003 (7-0)
• Recommended approval of City Charter Section 9.06 case #2024-00001 for 129 S. Gordon Street (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit #2023-00105 for 112 North Washington Street (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Subdivision #2023-00007 for 1233 North Pickett Street (7-0)

City Council Legislative Meeting

The Alexandria City Council will meet to consider the proposed FY 2025 operating budget, capital improvement program, and tax rate recommendations. The agenda includes consent calendar items for grant applications and resolutions supporting transportation projects.

• Consideration of FY 2025 Proposed Annual Operating Budget and Tax Rate Recommendations
• Grant applications to the National Park Service, SAMHSA, and Department of Criminal Justice Services
• Resolutions requesting changes to lane mileage for state roadway maintenance payments
• Resolutions supporting grant applications for transportation land-use connections and regional roadway safety
• Presentation of the Potomac Yard Entertainment District Update

Council approved several grants including $1.875M for substance abuse prevention and $200K for victim services. It authorized a support agreement for an Industrial Development Authority loan to finance an arts space in Old Town North. Resolutions were adopted to apply for RAISE and MWCOG transportation grants and to request VDOT update lane mileage. The proposed FY2025 budget was presented but not acted upon.

• Approved $1.875M SAMHSA grant for substance abuse prevention and mental health programs
• Approved $200K DCJS grant for victims of crime services (20% match via in-kind)
• Authorized support agreement for IDA loan to finance three commercial condos and activate arts space in Old Town North Arts District
• Adopted resolution supporting RAISE grant application for Seminary Road planning study (up to $1M)
• Adopted resolution requesting VDOT update eligible roadway lane mileage for state maintenance payments
• Adopted resolutions for TLCP and RRSP technical assistance grants for Edsall Road and Seminary Road safety studies
• Approved FY2024 City Council schedule
• Endorsed proclamation for Irish-American Heritage Month

City Council Public Hearing

The City Council will hold final votes on several ordinances implementing previously approved master plan amendments and rezonings for properties at 301 N. Fairfax Street, The Ladrey (300 Wythe/600 N. Fairfax), and S. Alfred Street Townhomes (816/820 Gibbon, 608/614 S. Alfred). The council will also consider special use permits for a sign at 2000 Mount Vernon Ave, a dwelling at 404A E Alexandria Ave (possibly deferred), a comprehensive sign plan for Inova at 6055 Duke St, and a development special use permit for a multi-unit building at 1201 E Abingdon Dr. Additionally, a final reading on an ordinance allowing reimbursement of costs for responding to bomb threats and hoax incidents. Public comment is taken on non-agenda items.

• Final passage of ordinance rezoning 301 N. Fairfax St from CD to CRMU-H (Item 6)
• Final passage of ordinance rezoning 300 Wythe/600 N. Fairfax Sts from RC to RMF (Item 8)
• Final passage of ordinance rezoning 816/820 Gibbon and 608/614 S. Alfred Sts from CL to CRMU-L (Item 10)
• Special use permit for coordinated sign plan for Inova at 6055 Duke St (Item 13)
• Development special use permit for multi-unit building at 1201 E Abingdon Dr (Item 14)

City Council held a public hearing with 31 speakers, primarily calling for a Gaza ceasefire resolution or opposing a proposed arena district, but took no action on those topics. Council approved a consent calendar and roll-call consent calendar adopting several implementation ordinances for previously approved master plan amendments and rezonings, including for 301 N. Fairfax Street, The Ladrey, and S. Alfred Street Townhomes. A new ordinance authorizing reimbursement for costs from hoax threats and bomb threats was also adopted.

• Approved Special Use Permit for a sign at 2000 Mount Vernon Avenue (Planning Commission recommendation 7-0)
• Adopted ordinance for Master Plan Amendment No. 2023-00002 (Old Town Small Area Plan) (Ord. 5519)
• Adopted ordinance for Rezoning No. 2023-00003 (301 N. Fairfax Street from CD to CRMU-H) (Ord. 5520)
• Adopted ordinance for Master Plan Amendment No. 2023-00006 (Old Town North Small Area Plan) (Ord. 5521)
• Adopted ordinance for Rezoning No. 2023-00004 (The Ladrey properties at 300 Wythe and 600 N. Fairfax Streets from RC to RMF)
• Adopted ordinance for Master Plan Amendment No. 2023-00003 (Southwest Quadrant Small Area Plan)
• Adopted ordinance for Rezoning No. 2023-00002 (816/820 Gibbon and 608/614 S. Alfred Streets from CL to CRMU-L)
• Adopted ordinance authorizing reimbursement of costs for responding to terrorism hoax incidents, bomb threats, and malicious fire alarms

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will consider requests for exterior alterations, including siding, windows, and signage, at various properties. The board will also receive a status update on proposed updates to design guidelines in the Parker-Gray Historic District.

• Request for alterations at 613 S Royal Street
• Request for concept review at 500 & 501 N Union Street
• Status update on proposed updates to Design Guidelines in Parker-Gray Historic District
• Request for siding replacement at 614 S Washington Street
• Request for signage at 1300 King Street

The Board of Architectural Review adopted revised chapters on Roofing and Siding + Trim for the Parker-Gray Design Guidelines. The Board also denied a request for alterations at 613 S Royal Street. February 7, 2024 meeting minutes were approved.

• Adopted revised Roofing and Siding + Trim chapters of Parker-Gray Design Guidelines (4-0)
• Denied request for alterations at 613 S Royal Street (4-1)
• Approved February 7, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council Legislative Meeting

The Alexandria City Council will meet to consider a proposed 29% rate increase from Virginia American Water, approve monthly financial reports, and take first readings on several zoning ordinances and master plan amendments.

• Virginia American Water Company proposed 29% rate increase
• Ordinance to authorize reimbursement for responding to terrorism hoaxes
• Rezoning 301 N. Fairfax Street from CD to CRMU-H
• Rezoning 300 Wythe and 600 N. Fairfax Streets from RC to RMF
• Rezoning S. Alfred Street properties from CL to CRMU-L

The council approved its positions on bills in the Virginia General Assembly (oppose, support, watch lists) and advanced several land-use ordinances by passing first readings of zoning map and master plan amendments for properties at 301 N. Fairfax Street, The Ladrey, and S. Alfred Street Townhomes. It also accepted resignations, appointed members to various boards and commissions, and endorsed a proclamation for George Washington Celebration Month. Consent calendar items were approved except for real property assessments, a water rate increase, and two 301 N. Fairfax ordinances, which were considered under separate motions (outcomes not explicitly recorded in the minutes).

• Approved positions on 2024 Virginia General Assembly bills (oppose, support, watch)
• Approved first reading of rezoning 301 N. Fairfax from CD to CRMU-H
• Approved first reading of master plan amendment for Old Town North Small Area Plan (The Ladrey)
• Approved first reading of rezoning 300 Wythe and 600 N. Fairfax from RC to RMF
• Approved consent calendar with resignations received and appointments made to boards/commissions
• Endorsed proclamation declaring February as George Washington Celebration Month
• Approved minutes of January 9, 20, and 27, 2024 meetings
• Considered separately real property assessments, water rate increase, and two 301 N. Fairfax ordinances (outcomes not recorded)

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will consider reapproval of previously approved alterations and partial demolition at 115 S Union Street. The board will also review new requests for alterations and additions at 820 S Lee Street. Several administrative approvals for signage, door installation, and exterior work are on the agenda.

• Reapproval of alterations at 115 S Union Street
• Reapproval of partial demolition/encapsulation at 115 S Union Street
• Request for alterations and addition at 820 S Lee Street
• Request for partial demolition/encapsulation at 820 S Lee Street
• Administrative approvals for signage and exterior work

The Board of Architectural Review approved two sets of applications: reapproval of previously approved alterations and partial demolition/encapsulation at 115 S Union Street, and new alterations, addition, and partial demolition/encapsulation at 820 S Lee Street. Both were approved unanimously (6-0) with staff recommendations. The board also unanimously approved the January 17, 2024 meeting minutes. Several administrative approvals for signage, door installation, bike shed, shingle replacement, and exterior work were noted.

• Approved January 17, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved BAR#2023-00527 (reapproval of alterations at 115 S Union St) with staff recommendations (6-0)
• Approved BAR#2023-00528 (reapproval of partial demolition/encapsulation at 115 S Union St) with staff recommendations (6-0)
• Approved BAR#2023-00538 (alterations and addition at 820 S Lee St) with staff recommendations (6-0)
• Approved BAR#2023-00539 (partial demolition/encapsulation at 820 S Lee St) with staff recommendations (6-0)

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, February 6, 2024, to consider several zoning and special use permit requests. The agenda includes items for a hospital sign plan, a restaurant sign waiver, and a multi-unit building development in Old Town North.

• Public hearing for hospital sign plan at 6055 Duke Street
• Public hearing for restaurant sign waiver at 2000 Mount Vernon Avenue
• Public hearing for multi-unit building in Old Town North at 1201 East Abingdon Drive
• Administrative approval for Ben'yays restaurant at 1028 King Street
• Administrative approval for Happy Cat Hotel at 2381 Dove Street

The commission recommended approval for two sign permits and a multi-unit development at 1201 East Abingdon Drive, including rezoning the site to commercial residential mixed use. A master plan amendment was adopted to allow building heights up to 65 feet in the Old Town North neighborhood, which would change local density and streetscape design. The commission also approved the January meeting minutes. These recommendations move the items forward for final City Council action.

• Recommended approval for Special Use Permit #2023-00099 sign waiver at 2000 Mount Vernon Avenue (7-0)
• Recommended approval for Special Use Permit #2023-00098 hospital campus sign plan at 6055 Duke Street as amended (6-0)
• Adopted Master Plan Amendment Resolution #2023-00008 to allow 65-foot building heights in Old Town North (7-0)
• Recommended approval for Rezoning #2023-00006 from OCM(50) to CRMU-X zone at 1201 East Abingdon Drive (7-0)
• Recommended approval for Development Special Use Permit #2023-10012 multi-unit building site plan as amended (7-0)
• Approved minutes from the January 4, 2024 Planning Commission meeting (7-0)

City Council Legislative Meeting

The Alexandria City Council will consider grant applications for transit assistance and designate a revitalization area for a senior high rise and former ARHA headquarters. The meeting also includes a proclamation for Black History Month and updates on the Potomac Yard Entertainment District and the 2024 General Assembly Session.

• Consideration of grant applications to Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation
• Designation of a revitalization area for Ladrey Senior High Rise and 600 N. Fairfax Street
• Presentation of a proclamation recognizing February as Black History Month
• Update on the Potomac Yard Entertainment District
• Update on the 2024 General Assembly Session

The Alexandria City Council approved consent calendar items including applications for up to $37 million in state aid transit operating assistance and other transit grants, and designated two sites (Ladrey Senior High Rise and 600 N. Fairfax Street) as a revitalization area to support ARHA's Low Income Housing Tax Credit application. The council also accepted Youth Safety and Resilience recommendations, proclaimed February as Black History Month, and held a closed session for litigation consultation. No substantive decisions were made beyond these actions.

• Approved grant applications for state aid transit programs (up to $37M operating, plus capital, commuter, workforce, demonstration, and ridership incentives) (roll-call, no tally recorded)
• Designated Ladrey Senior High Rise and 600 N. Fairfax Street as a revitalization area to support ARHA's LIHTC application (roll-call, no tally recorded)
• Accepted Youth Safety and Resilience recommendations
• Endorsed proclamation recognizing February as Black History Month
• Adopted resolution for closed executive session regarding Lisa Lapp litigation (Res.3207)
• Approved City Council calendar

City Council Public Hearing

The Alexandria City Council will hold public hearings and vote on multiple land-use and policy items. The most significant is final passage of an ordinance to rename streets currently named for Confederate military leaders. Other items include a 270-unit affordable housing project, a 48-unit multifamily building, 14 townhouses, and several special use permits.

• Final passage of ordinance to rename streets named for Confederate leaders (item 12)
• 270-unit affordable housing building at 300 Wythe Street and 600 N. Fairfax Street (The Ladrey) (item 8)
• 48-unit multifamily building at 301 N. Fairfax Street (item 11)
• 14 townhouses at 816-820 Gibbon Street and 608-614 South Alfred Street (item 6)
• Extension of special use permit for auto service station at 1601 Mount Vernon Avenue (item 9)

City Council approved several zoning changes and special use permits for multifamily housing and townhomes. The Council also adopted ordinances to reorganize the Community Criminal Justice Board and establish a process to rename streets named for Confederate leaders.

• Approved Special Use Permit for temporary trailer at 421 Clifford Avenue
• Approved multifamily residential building and sign plan at 4898 West Braddock Road
• Approved 14 townhouses at 816-820 Gibbon Street and 608-614 South Alfred Street
• Adopted ordinance to amend Alexandria Community Criminal Justice Board organization (ORD. NO. 5517)
• Approved 270-unit affordable multifamily building at 300 Wythe St and 600 N. Fairfax St with amendments
• Approved extension of automobile service station permit at 1601 Mount Vernon Avenue until 2045
• Deferred request for single-family dwelling at 404A E Alexandria Avenue until February 2024
• Approved 48-unit multifamily building at 301 N. Fairfax Street

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will hold a public hearing to consider requests for alterations, partial demolitions, and reapprovals at several historic properties. Items include alterations at 210 Duke Street and 215 N Payne Street, and reapproval for work at 115 S Union Street. Also up for discussion are partial demolition/encapsulation at 221 S West Street and 923 S Alfred Street. Legal training for board members is also scheduled.

• Request for alterations at 210 Duke Street (BAR#2023-00531)
• Request for alterations at 215 N Payne Street (BAR#2023-00534)
• Reapproval of alterations and partial demolition/encapsulation at 115 S Union Street (BAR#2023-00527 & 00528)
• Partial demolition/encapsulation and alterations at 221 S West Street (BAR#2023-00529 & 00530)
• Partial demolition/encapsulation and alterations at 923 S Alfred Street (BAR#2023-00532 & 00533)

The Board of Architectural Review approved several alteration and demolition requests, including a 4-2 vote for work at 221 S West Street with an amended dormer design condition. Two requests at 115 S Union Street were deferred at the applicant's request. The board also approved minutes from the previous meeting and several other items on the consent calendar and new business docket.

• Approved minutes from January 3, 2024 meeting (6-0)
• Approved alterations at 210 Duke Street (5-0, Mr. Adams recused)
• Approved alterations at 215 N Payne Street (5-0, Mr. Adams recused)
• Approved alterations at 329 N Washington Street with staff recommendations (6-0)
• Deferred reapproval and partial demolition/encapsulation at 115 S Union Street (6-0)
• Amended staff condition for dormer roof design at 221 S West Street (6-0)
• Approved partial demolition/encapsulation and alterations at 221 S West Street as amended (4-2)
• Approved alterations and partial demolition/encapsulation at 923 S Alfred Street (6-0)

City Council Legislative Meeting

The City Council will consider releasing $75,000 from reserves to pilot mental health services at recreation centers and pass an ordinance on first reading to rename streets currently named for Confederate leaders.

• Consideration of $75,000 release from FY 2024 Contingent Reserves for mental health services
• Introduction and first reading of an ordinance to rename streets named for Confederate leaders
• Uncontested appointments to various city boards and commissions
• Presentation of proclamations for Mentoring Month, Human Trafficking Awareness, and Law Enforcement Appreciation
• Receipt of resignations from members of various advisory committees

The City Council approved the first reading of an ordinance to rename streets currently named for Confederate leaders, scheduling a public hearing and final vote for January 20. It also allocated $75,000 from FY 2024 contingent reserves to pilot mental health services at recreation centers. The council approved a consent calendar that included appointments to boards and commissions, and received resignations from several committee members.

• Approved first reading of ordinance to rename streets named for Confederate leaders (unanimous, scheduled Jan 20 hearing)
• Allocated $75,000 from contingent reserves for mental health pilot at recreation centers (separate motion)
• Approved consent calendar including appointments and resignations
• Received with regret resignations from 4 board/commission members
• Appointed 13 members to various boards and commissions (Building Code Appeals, Commission for the Arts, etc.)
• Reappointed Angelique Moss to Alexandria-Caen Sister City Committee
• Appointed Fnu Shokula to Commission on Employment
• Approved City Council calendar

Planning Commission Public Hearing

The Planning Commission will hold a work session on AlexWest and a public hearing to review several zoning amendments and special use permits. Key discussions include multifamily residential developments and master plan amendments.

• Proposed 270-unit multifamily affordable building at 300 Wythe Street and 600 N. Fairfax Street
• Request to construct 14 townhouses at 816-820 Gibbon Street and 608-614 South Alfred Street
• Multifamily residential building request at 4898 West Braddock Road (Newport Village II)
• Special Use Permit for a temporary trailer at 421 Clifford Avenue
• Extension of a nonconforming automobile service station permit at 1601 Mount Vernon Avenue

The Planning Commission voted unanimously (7-0) to recommend approval of a master plan amendment, rezoning, and development special use permit for the Ladrey project at 300 Wythe Street and 600 N. Fairfax Street, which will construct a 270-unit multifamily affordable building. The commission also approved several other items, including a temporary trailer at 421 Clifford Avenue, a multifamily building at Newport Village II, a gas station extension at 1601 Mount Vernon Avenue, a single-family dwelling at 404A E Alexandria Avenue (4-3), and a 14-townhome project on S Alfred Street. All other items passed 7-0 except the single-family dwelling.

• Approved Master Plan Amendment #2023-00006, Rezoning #2023-00004, and Development Special Use Permit #2023-10011 for 270-unit affordable housing at 300 Wythe Street and 600 N. Fairfax Street (7-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit #2023-00094 for a temporary trailer at 421 Clifford Avenue (7-0, consent)
• Approved Development Special Use Permit #2023-10018 and Special Use Permit #2023-00093 for multifamily building at 4898 West Braddock Road (7-0, consent)
• Approved Special Use Permit #2023-00097 extending gas station at 1601 Mount Vernon Avenue until December 31, 2045 (7-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit #2023-00076 for single-family dwelling on substandard lot at 404A E Alexandria Avenue (4-3)
• Approved Master Plan Amendment #2023-00003, Rezoning #2023-00002, Development Special Use Permit #2023-10017, and Encroachment #2023-00002 for 14 townhomes at 816-820 Gibbon Street and 608-614 South Alfred Street (7-0 each)
• Approved minutes from October 3, 2023 and December 5, 2023 (7-0)
• Administrative approvals: change of ownership for private school at 2900 Eisenhower Avenue (Nov 16, 2023) and restaurant at 904 King Street (Nov 24, 2023)

Board of Architectural Review Public Hearing

The Board of Architectural Review will consider requests for signage at 725 N Washington Street and alterations at multiple properties, including 1021, 1023, and 1025 King Street. The body will also discuss proposed updates to the Parker Gray Residential Reference Guide and Administrative Policy changes.

• Request for signage at 725 N Washington Street
• Request for alterations at 1021, 1023, and 1025 King Street
• Request for alterations at 111 S Columbus Street
• Request for partial demolition/encapsulation at 112 Princess Street
• Proposed updates to the Parker Gray Residential Reference Guide

The Board of Architectural Review denied a request for alterations at 1021, 1023, and 1025 King Street by a 3-2 vote. It approved signage at 725 N Washington Street and two partial demolition/encapsulation and alteration projects at 112 Princess Street and 320 N Alfred Street, all by 5-0 votes. One application for alterations at 111 S Columbus Street was withdrawn. The board also supported proposed changes to the Administrative Policies document but took no final action.

• Approved December 20, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved signage at 725 N Washington Street (5-0)
• Denied alterations at 1021, 1023, and 1025 King Street (3-2)
• Withdrawn: alterations at 111 S Columbus Street
• Approved partial demolition/encapsulation and alterations at 112 Princess Street (5-0)
• Approved partial demolition/encapsulation and alterations at 320 N Alfred Street (5-0)
• Discussed but no action on updates to Parker Gray Residential Reference Guide and BAR Administrative Policies