The Little City’s Big Sewage Challenge – Part 1
Approved and coming mixed-use projects prompted negotiations to increase sewage processing capacity. The City Manager surprised Council with an estimate of $19.3m.
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Senate Bill SB 304 on Accessory Dwelling Units: How Would It Affect Falls Church?
Senate bill SB 304 proposes to mandate that accessory dwelling units be allowed throughout Virginia, specifying zoning requirements for all to follow.
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.
2024 Economic Development Authority Appointments and Updates on Mixed-Use Developments, Virginia Village, New Businesses
For 2024, the EDA re-elects Bob Young chair, no newcomers appointed. Updates on Virginia Village property acquisitions, new businesses, a new 7-story mixed-use development.
The Greening of Lincoln – A Stormwater Project
This $8m Greening of Lincoln addresses flood risks, sidewalk and traffic safety issues on Lincoln Avenue. Flood maps show the vulnerability of the area.
Accessory Dwelling Units Will Be a Key Focus of City Planning in 2024. What Are They? What Are Other Jurisdictions Doing?
City Council has signaled that it will consider zoning changes on Accessory Dwelling Units in 2024. Learn about what other jurisdictions have done and why.
T-Zone Lessons Elected Officials and City Staff Plan To Apply To Future Zoning Changes
City staff and Council members perform a candid and revealing postmortem to glean T-Zone lessons for handling future zoning changes.
Planning Commission Discusses 2024 Planning Agenda and Public Engagement
Commissioners meet to discuss the 2024 Planning agenda and proposals for engaging the public. Rob Puentes is the new Chair.
Potential Falls Church City Zoning Changes Need Citizen Awareness and Involvement
Recent upzoning trends in Arlington and Alexandria may lead to similar zoning changes in Falls Church City.