The council meeting included the approval of proclamations recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month and International Domestic Workers Day. Members received reports concerning local boards and committees. Significant topics included an update on the Economic Development Partnership's business accelerator and readiness programs, alongside a status update on public housing developments, which covered recent structural inspection reports and operational planning.
Jun 13, 2026·Strategic plan
City Of Alexandria Housing Plan 2025-2040
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The Housing 2040 Plan for the City of Alexandria establishes a comprehensive policy framework to address community housing needs, aiming to ensure residents and workers of all incomes, ages, abilities, and backgrounds have access to healthy, safe, resilient, and affordable housing by 2040. The plan is guided by ten key goals: expanding housing supply, preserving existing affordable housing, strengthening tenant protections, creating deeply affordable rental housing, expanding homeownership opportunities, strengthening condominium communities, supporting seniors and persons with disabilities, enhancing housing quality, empowering residents for economic mobility and wealth building, and advancing energy efficiency and green building practices. The overarching vision is to foster individual wellbeing, strong and inclusive communities, and a thriving economy through quality housing options.
May 22, 2026·Strategic plan
City Of Alexandria Plan 2025-2040
This Housing 2040 Plan establishes a comprehensive policy framework to address the community's housing needs. It updates and broadens the principles, goals, and recommendations of the previous 2014 Housing Master Plan, focusing on current and anticipated housing challenges and opportunities for residents and workers over the next 15 years. The plan's strategic pillars include expanding housing supply, preserving affordability, strengthening tenant protections, creating deeply affordable rental housing, expanding affordable homeownership, strengthening common interest communities, expanding resources for seniors and persons with disabilities, enhancing housing quality, empowering residents for economic mobility, and supporting energy efficiency and green building practices to ensure health, security, and well-being.
May 11, 2026·Board meeting
Board of Zoning Appeals Public Hearing
The board conducted a legal training session focusing on procedural requirements and the regulatory framework governing its operations. Key topics included the Dillon Rule, the distinct functions of the Board, such as granting variances and special exceptions, and the quasi-judicial nature of handling administrative appeals. The discussion addressed specific criteria for variances, including definitions of hardship and good faith property acquisitions, as well as the standard of review for decisions appealed to the Circuit Court. Additionally, limitations regarding ex parte communications were reviewed to ensure transparency and proper conduct during proceedings.
