A Primer On The T-Zone Proposal
An overview of the T-Zone proposal to allow greater density development, and why residents have reacted so strongly to it.
Plans and Policies
Planning Commission Votes (4-2) To Approve T-Zone Proposal
The Planning Commission voted to approve the T-Zone proposal with amendments. The 4-2 split was unusual for this Commission voted unanimously on the previous proposal.
Rebuttal: Let’s Really Spill The Tea On T-Zones!
In a cartoon video about the proposed T-Zone changes, Falls Church City fails to acknowledge citizen opposition and developer involvement. Hence, our rebuttal.
First Reading: City Council Votes 5-2 To Approve New T-Zone Proposal
Hardi, Connelly, Duncan, Hiscott and Lian vote for the first reading of the latest T-Zone proposal, while Tarter and Snyder continue to express grave concerns.
Council Ignores Citizens, Surrenders Planning Authority
An analysis of who wins and loses in the new T-Zone proposal, by William Fred Thompson. Developers benefit at the expense of citizens.
Evolution Of T-Zone Proposals
Latest turn in the evolution of T-Zone proposals shows citizen concerns about building size and setbacks, affordable housing, environment, have not been addressed.
Council Members Respond To Latest T-Zone Proposal
Tarter – micromanaging price; Hardi – higher and bigger; Snyder – no attempt at T-zone compromise; Duncan – sorry about your view
Latest Proposal Increases T-Zone Density, Limits Environmental Protections And Oversight
City staff raises height and increase the T-zone density, reduces tree canopy and adds more by-right features.
East End Small Area Plan Primer
An overview or the East End Small Area Plan and citizen reactions. The plan was unanimously approved on June 26,2023.