Virginia Paving Asphalt Plant Special Use Permit Extension
Alexandria
Summary
Residents and developers pushed back against giving Virginia Paving's asphalt plant another five-year extension, arguing it conflicts with long-term neighborhood plans and creates unpleasant odors and traffic. The Planning Commission agreed, recommending denial of the extension.
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Last discussed Jul 1, 2026.
Impact analysis
Loss of local asphalt production could alter paving costs and logistics for city and regional projects.
Nearby residents in Cameron Station and surrounding areas who will be free from asphalt odors, industrial truck traffic, and visual blight once the plant closes.
Virginia Paving Company and regional construction projects relying on nearby asphalt supply.
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Alexandria City Council denies Virginia Paving's extension request, upholds 2027 closure deadline
Alexandria City Council denies Virginia Paving's extension request, upholds 2027 closure deadline The Alexandria Brief
City Council Public Hearing — July 1, 2026
Residents and neighborhood groups fought against a five-year extension for the asphalt plant on South Van Dorn Street, urging the city to uphold the 2027 sunset date to align with the Eisenhower West Small Area Plan. Company representatives and employees argued that challenging site conditions, floodplain constraints, and weak market demand make redevelopment unviable right now.
Planning Commission Public Hearing — June 22, 2026
Residents and developers pushed back against giving Virginia Paving's asphalt plant another five-year extension, arguing it conflicts with long-term neighborhood plans and creates unpleasant odors and traffic. The Planning Commission agreed, recommending denial of the extension.
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