May 13, 2026
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Tag: Board of Supervisors

Fairfax County board approves townhouses at Graham Park Plaza

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The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors on Oct. 20 approved a proposal by EYA Development LLC to build 177 townhouses on the western portion of Graham Park Plaza on Arlington Boulevard. Among other actions at the BoS meeting, the supervisors approved a plan for disposal of the Confederate monuments at the judicial complex in Fairfax … Continued

Fairfax County supervisors approve incentives to spur economic revitalization

#Annandale, #Bailey's Crossroads, #Board of Supervisors, #redevelopment, #revitalization, #Skyline Center
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A plan to redevelop these buildings at the Skyline Center will benefit from the new Economic Incentive Program. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors approved a new economic incentive program Sept. 15 to encourage investment in six areas, including Annandale, Bailey’s Crossroads/Seven Corners, Lincolnia, Springfield, Richmond Highway, and McLean. The financial incentives include a 10 percent … Continued

Fairfax County board bans guns in government buildings

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The Fairfax County Government Center [Keith Pham] The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors voted 9-1 on Sept. 15 to ban firearms and ammunition in county-owned buildings, parks, RECenters, and community centers. The lone vote in opposition was cast by Supervisor Pat Herrity (Springfield).  Approval of this measure follows the passage of legislation by the Virginia … Continued

Supervisors consider tax incentive to promote redevelopment

#Board of Supervisors, #land use, #real estate, #redevelopment, #revitalization, #Skyline Center, #taxes
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These three office buildings at the Skyline Center will be transformed into live/work units. [File photo] The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors on July 28 agreed to consider a new economic incentive program (EIP) to spur investment in the county’s five Commercial Revitalization Districts (CRDs). The CRDs are in Bailey’s Crossroads/Seven Corners, Annandale, McLean, Richmond … Continued

Board of Supervisors approves Annandale townhouse project

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  The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors on July 28 approved a proposal by Christopher Land LLC to build 43 townhomes on a 3.8-acre site on McWhorter Place and Markham Street in Annandale.  The Planning Commission recommended approval on July 22. The developer plans to consolidate nine parcels, including four with small houses that have … Continued

Fairfax County invites comments on zoning ordinance overhaul

#Board of Supervisors, #land use, #Planning Commission, #zoning
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An accessory living unit in Mason District. Fairfax County has released a consolidated draft of the proposed new, modernization of the zoning ordinance, a project known as zMOD.  The public is encouraged to submit comments on zMOD via email to:  [email protected]. The document will be submitted to the Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors next … Continued

Supportive housing project to replace emergency family shelter in Seven Corners

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The Patrick Henry Family Shelter Fairfax County plans to demolish the Patrick Henry Family Shelter in Seven Corners and replace it with a new shelter, called Patrick Henry Place, with 16 permanent supportive housing units. On June 23, the Board of Supervisors approved a motion to advertise a public hearing on eminent domain proceedings for … Continued

Fairfax County supervisors approve bonds for libraries, parks, and Metro

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George Mason Regional Library The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors on June 23 authorized four bond referenda totaling $441 million for this fall’s general election. A $90 million library bond includes $15 million for improvements at George Mason Regional Library in Annandale and upgrades at three other libraries.  A $112 million park bond includes $100 … Continued

Fairfax County board approves rules for outdoor dining

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The Board of Supervisors meet virtually. In preparation for Fairfax County moving into Phase 1 of Virginia’s reopening plan, the Board of Supervisors adopted an emergency ordinance May 28 to temporarily permit outdoor dining and fitness activities. Fairfax County enters Phase 1 on Friday, May 29.   Currently, restaurants are only allowed to offer carryout and … Continued

New Fairfax County grant program aids nonprofits

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The food pantry run by Annandale Christian Community for Action. [Bailey’s Crossroads Rotary Club.] The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors established a $5 million fund to assist nonprofit organizations whose primary work supports social safety net services for vulnerable populations. The application process for Nonprofit Sustainability Grants begins May 15. The deadline to apply is … Continued

Fairfax County supervisors approve new grant program for small businesses

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The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors created a new $25 million grant program May 12 to assist small businesses and nonprofits affected by COVID-19. The Fairfax Relief Initiative to Support Employers (Fairfax RISE) is funded by the county’s allocation from the federal CARES (Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security) Act. Fairfax RISE will offer grants to … Continued

Community leaders urge supervisors to not make decisions on land use during virtual meetings

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A virtual Board of Supervisors meeting in April. Representatives of 18 community associations and 74 individuals signed on to a letter to the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors urging them to hold off on making decisions about land use during the pandemic when residents don’t have a chance for meaningful engagement. The May 7 letter … Continued