Fairfax County Land Use Planning & Zoning

07/31/2024

Great news for the Tysons area!

🛍️ Have you heard the news? We've partnered with The Boro Tysons and Diverse Markets Management to bring the Tysons Mixed Market back for its second year! The market will run every Wednesday, August 21st to September 25th, from 4-8pm in the surface parking lot of The Boro (8350 Broad St, Tysons, VA). Join us in shopping local and supporting area makers, artisans, and specialty food vendors.

If you are a local maker, artist, or small business owner and are interested in selling your beautiful creations at the Tysons Mixed Market, go to: https://bit.ly/46eYH77

07/29/2024

The Fairfax Center Area Planning Study Continues! 📌 A community task force will meet virtually on Thursday, August 1 at 7:00 p.m. to continue its work on the study. The meeting will be open to the public.

The task force, made up of residents from the Springfield and Braddock Districts, will meet to discuss the county’s adopted Comprehensive Plan vision for the area, results from the ongoing community poll and outreach, and how these will shape future development in the core area.

More information about the planning study and the upcoming meeting, including how to attend, is available on the project website: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/planning-development/fairfax-center.

07/26/2024

📅🐕 Don't forget to bring your furry friend to the Eileen Garnett Civic Space in Annandale tomorrow, July 27, from 11am-2pm!

There will be:
> Fun doggy games
> Dog costume contest* (sign up here: https://bit.ly/4cVz11H)
>Local vendors for expawsive fun
> Yappy hour with refreshments for humans
> Pawsome picnic area (BYO blanket!)

It's FREE admission for dogs and humans! Reserve your spot now: https://bit.ly/3SoxEAs
See you there! 🐾💕

Come out, and let's celebrate our favorite four-legged friends. Costume contest, Agility demonstration, Vendors, and more.

07/26/2024

Gum Springs Neighbors! You'll likely see fieldworkers out and about over the next month or so, as they survey they neighborhood for the Gum Springs Heritage Resources Study.

Find out what the survey entails in the attached flyer, and learn how this study aims to preserve the history of Gum Springs, on the project website: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/planning-development/historic/gum-springs

07/25/2024

Survey closes tomorrow! 📣 If you haven't yet, be sure to share your thoughts on the future of Fairfax Center before 11:59p.m. on Friday, July 26.

This community survey is designed for those a part of the Fairfax Center area - all who live, work, shop, play, or do business there! Your voice matters as we continue to shape the long-range land use plan for this area (see map)!

Take a few minutes to help create a vibrant, inclusive, and well-planned Fairfax Center for all: https://engage.fairfaxcounty.gov/ffx-center-area-study

07/23/2024

REMINDER for those in a Historic Overlay District: Share your thoughts on updated Design Guidelines!

Join us virtually on July 31 at noon to learn about the updated design guidelines for Fairfax County's Historic Overlay Districts (HODs) and share your feedback!

If you live in an HOD, this is the last meeting to:
> Learn about the latest updates and how they impact your neighborhood
> Share your thoughts and insights with county planners
> Help shape the future of your community

Not sure if you live in an HOD? Check the county website to find out: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/planning-development/historic-overlay-districts

Get meeting details and join us on July 31: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/planning-development/historic-overlay-districts/design-guidelines/rewrite

07/19/2024

Don't forget to share your thoughts on the future of Fairfax Center!

If you're a part of the Fairfax Center community - whether you live, work, shop, play, or do business there - we need your input before the survey closes next Friday!

As we continue to shape the long-range land use plan for this area (see map), your voice matters! Take a few minutes to share your thoughts and help create a vibrant, inclusive, and well-planned Fairfax Center for all: https://engage.fairfaxcounty.gov/ffx-center-area-study

07/18/2024

Missed the update? 🤩 We relaunched our online platform for tracking Reston land use and development trends with fresh data and a new name: Reston Snapshots (formerly known as the Reston Data Visualization project)!

Check it out now to explore:
> Detailed info on transportation, land use, urban parks, and zoning within Reston Transit Station Areas (TSAs)
> Interactive maps and story maps to visualize the data
> Narrative tools to help you understand the trends

Visit Reston Snapshots: https://reston-snapshots-fairfaxcountygis.hub.arcgis.com/

07/17/2024

🐾 Mark your calendars for July 27 to celebrate our furry friends and make some tail-wagging memories at the "Dog Days of Summer" in Annandale!

From 11am-2pm, bring your dog to the Eileen Garnett Civic Space for:
> Fun doggy games
> A dog costume contest*
> Expawsive fun with local vendors
> Yappy hour for humans (refreshments included!)
> Pawsome picnic area (BYO blanket!)

This event is FREE for dogs and humans! Unleash the fun and reserve your spot: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/eileen-garnett-civic-spaces-dog-days-of-summer-tickets-942184578437

*Sign-up for the costume contest: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0948A5AE28A0FAC70-50243784-dogcostume #/

07/12/2024

⭐Make Your Voice Heard in Shaping the Future of Fairfax Center!

If you live, work, shop, play, or do business in the Fairfax Center area, we want to hear from YOU! As we review the long-range land use plan for this area (see map), your input is crucial in shaping a thriving, inclusive, and well-planned Fairfax Center for everyone.

Take just a few minutes to share your thoughts and help us create a brighter future for our community! Learn more and participate now: https://engage.fairfaxcounty.gov/ffx-center-area-study

07/11/2024

📌Reminder: Don't forget to join us on Monday, July 15 at 7PM for a virtual community meeting to discuss proposed land use changes for two sites in Springfield!

Proposed Changes Include:
>Multi-family residential use with up to 726 units
>Maximum building height of 85 feet

Get Meeting and Study Details:
◾️ Amherst Avenue: https://bit.ly/3yOWeDV
◾️ Springfield Boulevard: https://bit.ly/4e6nUnX

Join us to learn more and share your thoughts! See you there!

07/10/2024

We want to hear from you! 📣 What do you see for the future of Fairfax? What changes would you make to improve the quality of life here?

Take our short survey to submit your thoughts to ensure updated Comprehensive Plan policies such as land use, housing, sustainability, and transportation, enhance the quality of life for everyone in Fairfax.

If certain land use topics are of interest, you can also sign-up for small group meetings. Find the survey and more details about the multi-year project we call Plan Forward: https://engage.fairfaxcounty.gov/planforwardffx

07/09/2024

Grab your blanket and popcorn! 🍿🎬 Everyone is invited to a movie night on the lawn at Annandale's Eileen Garnett Civic Space this Saturday, July 13 at 8:00 pm. You can view the movie Rio (2011) under the night sky. Free popcorn and ice cream to purchase will be available.

If you'd like dinner and a movie, visit a local Annandale eating establishment and get your order to go!

Reserve your spot: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/939588292877?aff=oddtdtcreator

07/02/2024

In case you missed it! We want to hear from all who live, work, shop, recreate, or do business in the Fairfax Center area!

The long-range land use plan for this part of the county, shown in the map, is under review. Community feedback will help form recommendations to create a thriving, inclusive, and well-planned Fairfax Center Area.

Learn more and take a few minutes to share your thoughts:
https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/news/weigh-future-plans-fairfax-center-area-through-new-survey

07/01/2024

Join the virtual community meeting on Monday, July 15 at 7PM to learn about land use changes proposed for properties in Springfield located south of Old Keene Mill Road along Backlick Road and Springfield Blvd.

The proposed changes include:
* planning the area for multi-family residential use with the potential for up to 726 units, and
* a maximum building height of 85 feet.

Get the meeting and study details for each property so you can learn more and share your thoughts:
> Amherst Avenue: https://bit.ly/3yOWeDV
> Springfield Boulevard: https://bit.ly/4e6nUnX

06/26/2024

⭐ Our online platform for tracking Reston land use and development trends has been updated with new data and renamed from the Reston Data Visualization project to Reston Snapshots!

Learn more and take a look to see detailed information on transportation, land use, urban parks and zoning within the Reston Transit Station Areas (TSAs) through story maps, interactive maps and various narrative tools.

https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/news/new-land-use-development-data-released-reston-snapshots

06/26/2024

Calling all in the Annandale area – come celebrate a healthy you! 💪

Join us for a Health and Wellness Fair on Saturday, June 29 at the Eileen Garnett Civic in Annandale! Attendees are welcome to stop by from 11am to 2pm for a special, educational event to learn about meditation, yoga, dental health, chiropractic health, massage therapy, and more.

Get ready to get healthier throughout the year and reserve your spot online: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/eileen-garnett-civic-space-health-and-wellness-fair-tickets-924349493217

06/25/2024

The long-range land use plan for the Fairfax Center Area is under review and we want to hear from all who live, work, shop, recreate, or do business in the study area! Community feedback will help form recommendations to create a thriving, inclusive, and well-planned Fairfax Center Area.

Learn more and take a few minutes to share your thoughts:
https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/news/weigh-future-plans-fairfax-center-area-through-new-survey

06/24/2024

Exceptional design submissions are *DUE TOMORROW* for Fairfax County’s annual James M. Scott Exceptional Design Awards. This awards program was established to celebrate and recognize superior works of architecture, site design and landscaping, and green building practices throughout the county.

Pictured is the 1991 Honor Award recipient, the Chandler Residence, located in Great Falls.

Learn all about the submission requirements and fill out the entry form: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/planning-development/exceptional-design-awards

06/24/2024

Stop by *tonight* from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the James Lee Community Center to learn all about Plan Forward and help ensure updated Comprehensive Plan policies for topics like land use, housing, sustainability, and transportation, enhance the quality of life for everyone in Fairfax.

Community input will inform recommendations to update the county's Policy Plan and consideration of any new policies needed to improve the Policy Plan.

If you can't make it tonight, join our final meeting virtually on Thursday night, 7-8pm. Learn more and get meeting details: www.fairfaxcounty.gov/planning-development/plan-amendments/countywide-policy-plan-update.

06/21/2024

DON'T FORGET: Fee increases for zoning applications begin July 1, 2024!

Zoning application fees are set to increase by 17.5% on July 1, 2024. This increase is part of a planned 35% total adjustment that will be fully implemented on July 1, 2025. The minimum expenditure for Planned District Recreational Facilities will also rise by 13% per residential dwelling unit in specific zoning districts, from $1,900 to $2,150, with the total adjustment reaching 26% (or $2,400) by 2025.

Certain fees will remain unchanged, including fees for select wireless reviews and family healthcare structures. In addition, the fee for appeals will only increase by 10% in 2024 and will not increase in 2025.

All fee changes will apply only to applications submitted after each respective July 1 deadline. Applications filed before these dates will be subject to the fees that were in place at the time of filing.

Learn more about the adopted amendment and specific adopted fees: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/planning-development/zoning-ordinance/amendments/recently-adopted

06/20/2024

REMINDER - Help us Plan Forward for the future of Fairfax and join one of our two remaining community meetings next week!

You can stop by in-person on Monday, June 24 at the James Lee Community Center in Falls Church, from 6:30 to 8:30PM, or join us virtually (with Spanish interpretation!) on Thursday, June 27 at 7PM.

Plan Forward is an important opportunity for residents to ensure updated Comprehensive Plan policies such as land use, housing, sustainability, and transportation, enhance the quality of life for everyone in Fairfax.

We hope to see you next week! Learn more and find a meeting near you: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/planning-development/plan-amendments/countywide-policy-plan-update

06/18/2024

Reminder for those in the Merrifield area - join us this Thursday at 7:00pm for a virtual community meeting about a potential land use change for the current site of Alliance Center condominiums at 2929 and 2931 Eskridge Road in Merrifield.

The meeting will provide the latest details on Fairfax County’s analysis of potential impacts and the initial draft plan text. Fairfax County staff and the developer’s representatives will be available to answer questions and hear your comments.

Learn more: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/planning-development/plan-amendments/alliance-center

06/17/2024

Did you know? You can find pieces of African American history, like the photo below from 1953, on the online African American History Inventory.

The Fairfax County History Commission created the inventory to capture, communicate, and preserve African American culture and history in Fairfax County. Discover physical sites, oral histories, printed materials, places to visit and more: https://fairfaxaahi.centerformasonslegacies.com/

06/13/2024

🤩 We are throwing it back to 10 years ago - when the Aerospace Corporation received the Merit award for this modern and unique design!

You can submit your entry for the annual James M. Scott Exceptional Design Awards through June 25 at 5 p.m. Any project completed in Fairfax County since January 1, 2019, is eligible for submission. A full list of submission categories and criteria are available online, along with the entry form: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/planning-development/exceptional-design-awards

06/10/2024

💻 Join us virtually tomorrow, noon-1 p.m., to learn all about Plan Forward and help ensure updated Comprehensive Plan policies for topics like land use, housing, sustainability, and transportation, enhance the quality of life for everyone in Fairfax.

Community input will inform recommendations to update the county's Policy Plan and consideration of any new policies needed to improve the Policy Plan. Learn more and get the meeting link: www.fairfaxcounty.gov/planning-development/plan-amendments/countywide-policy-plan-update.

06/10/2024

Do you live in one of Fairfax County’s Historic Overlay Districts (HODs)? If so, join an information session this summer to learn about updates that are underway for HOD design guidelines. We encourage you to learn more about your HOD and the updates impacting your HOD, as well as share your thoughts.

Get meeting details and learn more: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/planning-development/historic-overlay-districts/design-guidelines/rewrite

Not sure if you live in an HOD or what an HOD is? Visit the county website to find out: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/planning-development/historic-overlay-districts

06/07/2024

It’s time to Plan Forward for Fairfax! 📍 Join your neighbors and county staff in Alexandria *TOMORROW MORNING* to learn more and help shape the policies that guide how land is developed in Fairfax County.

We'll at the Gerry Hyland Government Center from 10am to noon. Stop by whenever you have time! Get full meeting details and learn more about Plan Forward: https://bit.ly/3K0QusI.

06/07/2024

Do you have an exceptional design in Fairfax County? 📣 Submissions for the annual James M. Scott Exceptional Design Awards are accepted now through June 25 at 5PM. This awards program celebrates public and private projects with outstanding planning and design features that enhance the experience of site users and visitors.

As we celebrate the program's 40th anniversary, we'll share flashbacks to previous award winners. Shown in this photo is the 1997 Honor Award recipient - Washington Plaza Renovations, in Reston's Lake Anne.

Learn more about the program submission criteria and how to apply: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/planning-development/exceptional-design-awards

06/05/2024

Are you ready to help Plan Forward for Fairfax? Join us *tomorrow night* at the Mott Community Center in Fairfax or this *Saturday morning* at Gerry Hyland Government Center in Alexandria!

Plan Forward is a new, multi-year project to update policies that guide how land is developed. It specifically focuses on the Policy Plan which is a component of the Comprehensive Plan, the county’s long-term vision for land use.

Community input is critical to reflect the community’s planning vision! We encourage all residents to get involved. Learn more and find a meeting near you: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/planning-development/plan-amendments/countywide-policy-plan-update