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Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 17, 2026.

Public comments (8)

SupportivePhoebe CoyOct 17, 2026

Spoke on behalf of YIMBYs of Northern Virginia in strong support of the substandard lot zoning text amendment, praising staff research.

City Council Public Hearing — October 17, 2026 · 1:20:06 →
OpposedMonica PerryOct 6, 2026

Del Ray Citizens Association land use co-chair supported the 90% test but opposed the block-face test, which would strip roughly 56% of substandard lots from the public SUP process.

Planning Commission Public Hearing — October 6, 2026 · 3:34:40 →
OpposedNancy McCormickJul 1, 2026

Strongly criticized the Braddock Road bicycle lane project, arguing it lacks supporting data and harms neighborhood parking and safety.

City Council Public Hearing — July 1, 2026 · 1:39:30 →
SupportiveDavid BrickleyJul 1, 2026

Addressed the council regarding 9/11 trail developments.

City Council Public Hearing — July 1, 2026 · 1:32:54 →
SupportiveDavid BrickleyJul 1, 2026

Spoke about upcoming events and funding for the September 11th National Memorial Trail, asking the city to consider commemorative signage.

City Council Public Hearing — July 1, 2026 · 1:32:54 →
ConcernedRushton TurnerJul 1, 2026

Raised concerns about cumulative parking loss on the 200 block of Fairfax Street due to various city decisions.

City Council Public Hearing — July 1, 2026 · 1:36:55 →
NeutralErin UrlahsMay 16, 2026

Expressed views on proposed city beekeeping regulations.

City Council Public Hearing — May 16, 2026 · 0:00 →
OpposedMelissa KennanJan 6, 2026

Criticized conversion policies and text amendments for failing to require developer contributions or amenities for the neighborhood, noting an overconcentration of residential conversions in Old Town North.

Planning Commission Public Hearing — January 6, 2026 · 1:31:49 →

News & external sources (7)

City of Alexandria News Releases

Notice of New Administrative Special Use Permit

In accordance with Section 11-500 of the Zoning Ordinance, the following Special Use Permit application(s) may be approved by the Director of Planning and Zoning aft...

City of Alexandria News Releases

Notice of New Administrative Special Use Permit

In accordance with Section 11-500 of the Zoning Ordinance, the following Special Use Permit application(s) may be approved by the Director of Planning and Zoning aft...

City of Alexandria News Releases

Board of Zoning Appeals November 9, 2026 Preliminary Docket

ይህንንበአማርኛ ያንብቡት   Lee este aviso en español   انقر هنا للقرائة بلاللغة العربيةBelow is the link to the preliminary docket for the November 9, 2026 Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing. The applicati...

The Zebra PressOct 22, 2026

More Homes in Carlyle? Alexandria’s November Planning Docket Opens New Conversations

A proposed office-to-residential use change joins faith-property housing rules, parking amendments and school athletic improvements on the preliminary agenda. The post More Homes in Carlyle? Alexandria’s November Planning Docket Opens New Conversatio...

The Zebra PressOct 16, 2026

What Alexandria Council Will Hear Saturday: Small Lots, School Lights and New Townhouses

Alexandria City Council’s Saturday hearing covers substandard-lot rules, school athletic-field lighting, five townhouses and a night-illumination ordinance. The post What Alexandria Council Will Hear Saturday: Small Lots, School Lights and New Townho...

The Washington PostNov 14, 2025

Plan to kill single-family zoning in Va. suburb survives legal challenge

Plan to kill single-family zoning in Va. suburb survives legal challenge The Washington Post

PatchNov 13, 2025

Zoning For Housing Reforms To Boost Alexandria Housing Upheld In Court

Zoning For Housing Reforms To Boost Alexandria Housing Upheld In Court Patch