We curate public records and meetings about current Falls Church City development projects, finances, proposals and more. We also conduct independent research for added context.
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A Special 250th Anniversary Independence Day Remembrance Event on July 4
The annual Independence Day Remembrance event hosted by VPIS will be a special 250th Anniversary celebration featuring new readings, music and a tree planting. Join us to explore the struggles and successes that define our constitutional order.
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City Wrestles With New Site Plan Approval Process
Application of the new site plan review and approval process that relies on a designated agent but still seeks Planning Commission input is a work in progress.
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Proposal to Redevelop T-Zone Historic Home at 258 N Washington St into Nine Condos
The owner of the historic home at 258 N Washington has submitted a proposal for an addition containing 8 luxury condos on this 9,410sq ft lot. No zoning waivers are required under the new T-Zone ordinance.
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A City-wide Analysis of 2026 Real Estate Assessment Increase Shows Who is Paying for the FY2027 Real Estate Tax Increase
A detailed analysis of the assessment increase for all the taxable real estate in the City shows the uneven impact of real estate tax increases on homeowners and commercial property owners, and the neighborhoods that are most affected.
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Community Feedback on Virginia Village Development Heats Up
City planners received heated comments from Virginia Village residents and neighbors at a well-attended final workshop to solicit community feedback. A request for development proposals is scheduled for May.
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Thinking of Filing an Appeal of Your 2026 Assessment? Here Are Some Tips.
Assessment appeals to the City Assessor must be filed by April 15, and to the Board of Equalization by June 5. We describe two property data documents that should be obtained by anyone considering an appeal.
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FY2027 Proposed Budget Expenditures Maintain Operations at Current Levels
FY2027 expenditures increases the operating budgets of the City Schools and General Government to cover staff salary increases and removes vacant positions. Cuts to street maintenance and affordable housing fund.
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The 2026 Falls Church Women’s History Walk Adds Four Honorees to the List of Leaders and Activists
The Women’s History Walk will be held in Cherry Hill Park on May 9, 10am-3pm. The 2026 honorees joining this distinguished list are Sharon Schoeller, Marty Behr, Melissa Teates and Sandy Tarpinian.
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Green Infrastructure Can Prevent Flooding by Soaking Up Rain Where It Falls
The City of Falls Church has a flooding problem. In addition to upgrading storm sewers, green infrastructure can reduce flood risks by soaking up rain water into the ground where it falls.
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Shields Reflects on Accomplishments, Issues Facing Falls Church
Wyatt Shields plans to retire from his role as City Manager on September 4, 2026, concluding 23 years of service to the community.
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Revenues From a 6.9% Assessment Increase Fund the FY2027 Budget
The $134 million FY2027 budget is 0.8% less than last year’s but it contains a 3.4% increase for the City and 4.1% for the School operating budgets that require a 6.6% increase in tax revenues to fund it.
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The Fiscal Impacts of the City’s Mixed-Use Development Projects Have Yet to Meet Expectations
Twenty-five years after Falls Church City moved to permit residential over commercial development projects, a review of the fiscal impacts from the first 10 projects have now been released.
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City Plans to Select Virginia Village Developer by August
The City seeks public feedback on small area plans affecting Virginia Village but not on the request for proposals it plans to issue.
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Black History Month
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Establishing the Tinner Hill Historic and Cultural District in the Falls Church Comprehensive Plan
On June 24th, City Council approved the addition of the Tinner Hill Historic and Cultural District to in the City’s Comprehensive Plans. No zoning or tax changes expected. This area is tied to the history of the African Americans who once made up 42% of Falls Church.
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New Public Artwork – Just Completed and Coming to the City
See the murals, sculpture, and utility box art, all public artwork planned for the City. Choosing options provided by developers can be difficult. What would you have chosen?
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Falls Church’s Black History: A Welcoming Community That Has Not Always Been So Welcoming
Falls Church was once 42% black. Local historian Ed Henderson writes about their struggle for equity and how zoning, taxes and budgets can displace a community, intentionally or not.
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