City of Fairfax Community Development & Planning

10/07/2022

We want to hear from you!

Come be a part of planning for Fairfax City’s future by joining us for part of the City’s comprehensive housing assessment.

Fairfax City is undertaking a broad-based housing needs assessment to analyze current housing trends and to recommend housing policies that will be responsive to residents’ preferences and needs. The City has engaged Thomas P. Miller & Associates (TPMA) to conduct the housing assessment and to gather community perspectives.

As part of this process, we want to hear what our residents and civic and business leaders value and envision. We are holding two engagement sessions to hear from community members and valued partners. These sessions will be held on:

Wednesday, November 2 from 6:30-8:15pm, and
Thursday, November 3 from 6:30-8:15pm

Both sessions will be located at the Stacy C. Sherwood Community Center, 3740 Old Lee Highway.

Anyone who would like to attend one of these sessions may register at https://arcg.is/4Oq9D as space is limited.

We hope to see you there!

09/08/2022

Kamp Washington Small Area Plan

After over a year of research, analysis, meetings, and revisions to address community input, the Kamp Washington Small Area Plan will be considered for adoption by the Planning Commission and City Council on September 12 and September 27 respectively. The draft plan can be found on the Kamp Washington Small Area Plan page on Engage Fairfax under “Project Documents.”

The City is in the process of developing and implementing Small Area Plans for the five Activity Centers defined in the 2035 Comprehensive Plan: Old Town Fairfax, Northfax, Pickett & Main, Fairfax Circle, and Kamp Washington. Small Area Plans provide specific

08/10/2022

Construction is underway in our City Hall office and the lobby area will be inaccessible on Tuesday, August 16 and Wednesday, August 17. Please use the virtual options described on our webpage to conduct business with us (https://www.fairfaxva.gov/government/community-development-planning/community-development-planning-local-emergency-information). If you need to meet in person with Community Development & Planning staff on one of those days, please call 703-385-7820 to arrange an appointment time. Thank you for your patience.

03/30/2022

www.fairfaxva.gov

The City’s 2022 Fact Book is now available for review. Check it out for the latest info on the City’s population, neighborhoods, housing, transportation network, economic vitality, environment and sustainability, and community services.

02/23/2022

Kamp Washington Small Area Plan

Don’t forget – the Kamp Washington Small Area Plan meeting is tomorrow night at 7 PM! You can attend either in person in the Katherine Johnson Middle School auditorium or virtually through GoToWebinar. For more info or to register to attend through GoToWebinar, please visit our project page on Engage Fairfax.

The next Small Area Plan public meeting is scheduled for Thursday, February 24 at 7 PM in the Katherine Johnson Middle School auditorium and via GoToWebinar. For more information about the meeting, please visit the link under "Upcoming Events" at right. The City is in

02/23/2022

The Olympics are over and you're not sure what to do with your evening? Stop by the Sherwood Center (3740 Old Lee Highway) between 7:00-9:00pm tonight (2/23/22) to share your thoughts and provide input on the Willard-Sherwood Health and Community Center project.

02/19/2022

Missed the Willard-Sherwood Health and Community Center virtual sessions in January? Join us in-person on Wednesday, February 23rd between 7:00-9:00pm at the Sherwood Center (3740 Old Lee Highway) for a drop-in open house. Share your thoughts and provide input on this exciting project. Content for this event will be the same as the virtual sessions held in January.

02/15/2022

Kamp Washington Small Area Plan

Reminder: Our next public meeting for the Kamp Washington Small Area Plan will be next Thursday, February 24 at 7 PM in the Katherine Johnson Middle School auditorium and through GoToWebinar. At this meeting, the consultant team will present their concepts for the Kamp Washington study area and attendees will be able to ask questions and provide feedback on the plan directly to City staff and the consultant team. For more information, including the GoToWebinar registration link, please visit the project page on Engage Fairfax.

The next Small Area Plan public meeting is scheduled for Thursday, February 24 at 7 PM in the Katherine Johnson Middle School cafeteria. For more information about the meeting, please visit the link under "Upcoming Events" at right. The City is in the process of

01/28/2022

Snow and ice on a Saturday morning? No better time to join a discussion on the Willard-Sherwood Health and Community Center project from the comfort of your own home! Learn more about this joint effort between the City of Fairfax and Fairfax County and share your thoughts with the project team.

A zoom session will be held Saturday, January 29 from 9-10:30 a.m. Register here (ibit.ly/CWHv) to receive the meeting link and call in number.

Can't join us for Saturday's meeting? A “drop-in” event will be held at the Stacy C. Sherwood Community Center in February. Details on the February meeting will be posted soon at: https://engage.fairfaxva.gov/willard-sherwood-health-and-community-center. You can also leave your feedback on the Engage Fairfax page anytime.

01/26/2022

Join us for our first public engagement zoom session this Wednesday, January 26 from 7-8:30 pm, for the Willard-Sherwood Health and Community Center Project! 🤩🏢

Learn more about the project, give your feedback and be apart of this fantastic project!

Register at the link below – once registered you will receive the link and call in number to your provided email address.

💻 VIRTUAL MEETING: Willard-Sherwood Health and Community Center: ibit.ly/3yn8

Learn about the project and leave feedback at any time at engage.fairfaxva.gov

Next Meeting: January 29 from 9-10:30 a.m. Register here: ibit.ly/CWHv

In-person "drop-in" event date coming soon!

City of Fairfax Government
City of Fairfax Community Development & Planning

01/20/2022

Fairfax City and Fairfax County are developing a new Willard-Sherwood Health and Community Center that will be built in place of the current health center located at the corner of Layton Hall Drive and Old Lee Highway and will connect to the existing Stacy C. Sherwood Community Center. This project will create a new destination for City and County residents for health, recreation, fitness, child care, and the performing arts. For more information on the project and the upcoming community meetings, please visit https://engage.fairfaxva.gov/.

01/10/2022

Kamp Washington Small Area Plan

The next Kamp Washington Small Area Plan public meeting is scheduled for February 24 at 7 PM in the Katherine Johnson Middle School cafeteria. At this meeting, the consultant team will present their final concepts for the Kamp Washington study area and attendees will be able to ask questions and provide feedback on the plan directly to City staff and the consultant team. For more information, please visit the project page on Engage Fairfax.

Missed the November 18 charrette? You can still share your thoughts under "Charrette Feedback" below. Be sure to check out the ArcGIS Online Story Map summarizing key takeaways here and additional resources — including the full presentation, video recording, and

11/15/2021

Kamp Washington Small Area Plan

Reminder: Join us in the Katherine Johnson Middle School cafeteria this Thursday, November 18 for the Kamp Washington Small Area Plan Public Charrette, starting at 7 PM. For more information on this event or other info about the Kamp Washington Small Area Plan, please visit our project page on Engage Fairfax.

The City is in the process of developing and implementing Small Area Plans for the five Activity Centers defined in the 2035 Comprehensive Plan: Old Town Fairfax, Northfax, Pickett & Main, Fairfax Circle, and Kamp Washington. Small Area Plans provide specific

10/26/2021

Kamp Washington Small Area Plan

The public charrette for the Kamp Washington Small Area Plan will be held on Thursday, November 18 at 7 PM at Katherine Johnson Middle School. At this meeting, attendees will be able to review early conceptual designs for the Kamp Washington study area (the area in and directly around the triangle formed by Fairfax Boulevard, Lee Highway, and Jermantown Road), directly engage with the project team, and provide feedback that will influence the Kamp Washington Small Area Plan. For more information, please visit the project page on Engage Fairfax.

The City is in the process of developing and implementing Small Area Plans for the five Activity Centers defined in the 2035 Comprehensive Plan: Old Town Fairfax, Northfax, Pickett & Main, Fairfax Circle, and Kamp Washington. Small Area Plans provide specific

09/10/2021

City of Fairfax Long-Range Planning Efforts' Implementation

Check out the new Long-Range Planning Efforts’ Implementation map! This story map shares information about the City’s long-range planning documents – the 2035 Comprehensive Plan and Small Area Plans – and how they’re being put into action to make Fairfax a vibrant 21st century community.

Tracking Comprehensive Plan and Small Area Plans' implementation in the City of Fairfax

08/12/2021

Northern Virginia Hazard Mitigation Public Survey

We need your help! The 2017 Northern Virginia Hazard Mitigation Plan will be updated soon, and your feedback is requested. This Northern Virginia Hazard Mitigation Survey provides an opportunity for you to participate in the mitigation planning process. The information you provide will help us better understand your hazard concerns and can lead to mitigation activities that help lessen the impacts of future disasters.

https://engage.fairfaxva.gov/northern-virginia-hazard-mitigation-public-survey

Northern Virginia jurisdictions are preparing an update to the 2017 Northern Virginia Hazard Mitigation Plan. The regional plan will identify local policies and actions for reducing risk and future losses from hazards such as floods, severe storms, wildfires, winter weather, and more.

07/25/2021

City Council Regular Meeting

On the agenda for Tuesday’s (7/27/21) City Council meeting starting at 7pm (watch on Channel 12 (Cox/Verizon) or through live streaming on the city’s website https://www.fairfaxva.gov/services/about-us/city-meetings):
- Public hearing and Council action on proposed amendments to the Code of the City of Fairfax, Chapter 110 (Zoning).
- Work session discussion on a request of the American Legion Post 177, Toll Brothers and Post 177 Apartments LLC (Good Works) for a proposed redevelopment of 3939 Oak St.
- Work session discussion on the Kamp Washington Small Area Plan Existing Conditions Report.
- Work session discussion on the National Register nomination for the City of Fairfax Historic District.
See the agenda at: https://fairfax.granicus.com/GeneratedAgendaViewer.php?view_id=11&event_id=1947https://fairfax.granicus.com/GeneratedAgendaViewer.php?view_id=11&event_id=1947

Presentations by the public on any item not subject to a public hearing.  * Citizens are asked to watch the City Council meeting on Channel 12 (Cox/Verizon) or through live streaming on the city’s website: https://www.fairfaxva.gov/services/about-us/city-meetings.  * When instructed, please call...

07/23/2021

Planning Commission Regular Meeting/Work Session

On the agenda for Monday’s (7/26/21) Planning Commission meeting starting at 7pm (watch on Channel 12 (Cox/Verizon) or through live streaming on the city’s website https://www.fairfaxva.gov/services/about-us/city-meetings):
- Work session discussion on the Kamp Washington Small Area Plan Existing Conditions Report
- Work session discussion on updates to the implementation guides for the 2035 Comprehensive Plan, the Old Town Fairfax Small Area Plan and the Northfax Small Area Plan and discussion of associated potential amendments to the Zoning Ordinance
See the agenda at: https://fairfax.granicus.com/GeneratedAgendaViewer.php?view_id=11&event_id=2448

Chair: Mark Angres / Vice-Chair: James Feather / Commissioners: Paul Cunningham, Amir Eftekhari, Kirsten Lockhart, Matthew Rice

06/14/2021

Welcome to the Meeting Documents and Archived Media Page | City of Fairfax, VA

On the agenda for tonight’s (6/14/21) Planning Commission meeting starting at 7pm (watch on Channel 12 (Cox/Verizon) or through live streaming on the city’s website https://www.fairfaxva.gov/services/about-us/city-meetings):
- Work session discussion regarding potential next steps for a City Housing Assessment.
See the agenda at: https://fairfax.granicus.com/GeneratedAgendaViewer.php?view_id=11&event_id=2445.

06/04/2021

City Council Regular Meeting

On the agenda for Tuesday's (6/8/21) City Council meeting starting at 7pm (watch on Channel 12 (Cox/Verizon) or through live streaming on the city’s website https://www.fairfaxva.gov/services/about-us/city-meetings):
- Work session discussion on potential Zoning Text Amendments regarding §4.6 (Signs), and other miscellaneous amendments.
See the agenda at: https://fairfax.granicus.com/GeneratedAgendaViewer.php?view_id=11&event_id=1944

The June 8, 2021 regular meeting of the City Council is being held electronically pursuant one or more of the following:  (i) Code of Virginia Sec. 2.2-3708(A)(3); (ii) the currently effective ordinance enacted by the City Council implementing emergency procedures to ensure continuity of government...

06/02/2021

Kamp Washington Small Area Plan

Reminder: Our Kamp Washington Small Area Plan public (virtual) meeting is next Wednesday, June 9 at 7 PM! For more information about the project and to register, please visit https://engage.fairfaxva.gov/kamp-washington-small-area-plan.

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05/21/2021

Planning Commission Regular Meeting/Work Session

On the agenda for Monday's (5/24/21) Planning Commission meeting starting at 7pm (watch on Channel 12 (Cox/Verizon) or through live streaming on the city’s website https://www.fairfaxva.gov/services/about-us/city-meetings):
- Work session discussion on potential Zoning Text Amendments regarding §4.6 (Signs), and other miscellaneous amendments.
See the agenda at: https://fairfax.granicus.com/GeneratedAgendaViewer.php?view_id=11&event_id=2444

Chair: Mark Angres / Vice-Chair: James Feather / Commissioners: Paul Cunningham, Amir Eftekhari, Kirsten Lockhart, Matthew Rice

05/07/2021

City Council Regular Meeting

On the agenda for Tuesday night's (5/11/21) City Council meeting starting at 7pm (watch on Channel 12 (Cox/Verizon) or through live streaming on the city’s website: https://www.fairfaxva.gov/services/about-us/city-meetings):
- Work session discussion on the final Urban Forestry Program Evaluation Report.
See the agenda at: https://fairfax.granicus.com/GeneratedAgendaViewer.php?view_id=11&event_id=1942

The May 11, 2021 regular meeting of the City Council is being held electronically pursuant one or more of the following:  (i) Code of Virginia Sec. 2.2-3708(A)(3); (ii) the currently effective ordinance enacted by the City Council implementing emergency procedures to ensure continuity of government...

05/06/2021

Planning Commission Regular Meeting/Work Session

On the agenda for Monday's (5/10/21) Planning Commission meeting starting at 7pm (watch on Channel 12 (Cox/Verizon) or through live streaming on the city’s website https://www.fairfaxva.gov/services/about-us/city-meetings):
- Pre-application briefing on a proposal by Ali Javad, property owner, for the development of the property located at 10251 Main Street with an eight (8) unit townhome development. See the agenda at: https://fairfax.granicus.com/GeneratedAgendaViewer.php?view_id=11&event_id=2443

Chair: Mark Angres / Vice-Chair: James Feather / Commissioners: Paul Cunningham, Amir Eftekhari, Kirsten Lockhart, Matthew Rice

04/28/2021

Kamp Washington Small Area Plan

Join us at the first Kamp Washington Small Area Plan public meeting, scheduled for June 9 at 7 PM. At this meeting, you can share your thoughts about this Activity Center, learn more about small area plans and the proposed process of developing plans for Kamp Washington, and learn how to stay involved as the plan develops. For more information on the project and to register for the meeting, please visit the project page on Engage Fairfax.

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04/26/2021

Planning Commission Regular Meeting/Work Session

On the agenda for tonight's (4/26/21) Planning Commission meeting starting at 7pm (watch on Channel 12 (Cox/Verizon) or through live streaming on the city’s website https://www.fairfaxva.gov/services/about-us/city-meetings):
- Work session discussions on the City’s Bicycle Transportation Plan and the Two-Year Transportation Program for FY22/23 Funding Applications
See the agenda at: https://fairfax.granicus.com/GeneratedAgendaViewer.php?view_id=11&event_id=2442

Chair: Mark Angres / Vice-Chair: James Feather / Commissioners: Tom Burrell, Paul Cunningham, Amir Eftekhari, Kirsten Lockhart, Matthew Rice

04/20/2021

Updating City of Fairfax Historic District Boundaries

Join us on Thursday, May 13 for our second public outreach meeting for the Historic District Boundaries Review project. For more information on the project and to register (click on "Public Outreach Meeting" on the right side of the page), please visit the project page on Engage Fairfax.

Old Town Fairfax is a unique destination in suburban Washington, D.C. The historic downtown area includes buildings that date back to when the city was still known as the Town of Providence. Old Town’s charming architecture and street grid are integral to the vibrant

04/19/2021

Demographics and Statistical Profile | City of Fairfax, VA

Did you know the City releases a new Fact Book every year with the latest statistics about the City's population, neighborhoods, transportation network, economic vitality, and more? The 2021 edition is now live and available for you to read on the City website! Check out our "Demographics and Statistical Profile" page, then click on the 2021 Fact Book cover to review the document in its entirety.

Originally designed as an appendix to the 2035 Comprehensive Plan, the Fact Book is a standalone document that provides users with maps and analyses regarding the City’s population, neighborhoods, housing, transportation network, economic vitality, environment and sustainability, and community s...

03/22/2021

City Council Regular Meeting

On the agenda for Tuesday night's (3/23/21) City Council meeting starting at 7pm (watch on Channel 12 (Cox/Verizon) or through live streaming on the city’s website: https://www.fairfaxva.gov/services/about-us/city-meetings):
- Public hearing to consider a request from McDonald’s USA LLC for a Special Use Permit to allow drive-through windows/facilities on the premises known as 3195 Old Lee Hwy.
See the agenda at:
https://fairfax.granicus.com/GeneratedAgendaViewer.php?view_id=11&event_id=1939

The March 23, 2021 special meeting of the City Council is being held electronically pursuant one or more of the following:  (i) Code of Virginia Sec. 2.2-3708(A)(3); (ii) the currently effective ordinance enacted by the City Council implementing emergency procedures to ensure continuity of governme...

03/05/2021

Planning Commission Regular Meeting/Work Session

On the agenda for Monday's (3/8/21) Planning Commission meeting starting at 7pm (watch on Channel 12 (Cox/Verizon) or through live streaming on the city’s website https://www.fairfaxva.gov/services/about-us/city-meetings):
- Work session discussion on the proposed redevelopment of the Breezeway Motel, Fairfax Gardens Apartments, and adjacent properties (addresses include 10829 Fairfax Boulevard, 10807-10812 Cedar Avenue, 3937 Walnut Street, 3930 Oak Street, 3932 Oak Street, and 3934 Oak Street)
See the agenda at: https://fairfax.granicus.com/GeneratedAgendaViewer.php?view_id=11&event_id=2439

Chair: Mark Angres / Vice-Chair: James Feather / Commissioners: Tom Burrell, Paul Cunningham, Amir Eftekhari, Matthew Rice

02/22/2021

City Council Regular Meeting

On the agenda for Tuesday night's (2/23/21) City Council meeting starting at 7pm (watch on Channel 12 (Cox/Verizon) or through live streaming on the city’s website: https://www.fairfaxva.gov/services/about-us/city-meetings):
- Work session discussion on a proposed redevelopment of 3939 Oak Street (American Legion)
- Work session discussion of the study area for the upcoming Kamp Washington Small Area Plan
See the agenda at: https://fairfax.granicus.com/GeneratedAgendaViewer.php?view_id=11&event_id=1937

The February 23, 2021 regular meeting of the City Council is being held electronically pursuant one or more of the following:  (i) Code of Virginia Sec. 2.2-3708(A)(3); (ii) the currently effective ordinance enacted by the City Council implementing emergency procedures to ensure continuity of gover...

02/19/2021

Planning Commission Regular Meeting/Work Session

On the agenda for Monday's (2/22/21) Planning Commission meeting starting at 7pm (watch on Channel 12 (Cox/Verizon) or through live streaming on the city’s website https://www.fairfaxva.gov/services/about-us/city-meetings):
- Work session discussion on a proposed redevelopment of 3939 Oak Street (American Legion)
- Work session discussion of a potential city-wide housing assessment
- Work session discussion of the study area for the upcoming Kamp Washington Small Area Plan
View the agenda at: https://fairfax.granicus.com/GeneratedAgendaViewer.php?view_id=11&event_id=2438

Chair: Mark Angres / Vice-Chair: James Feather / Commissioners: Tom Burrell, Paul Cunningham, Amir Eftekhari, Matthew Rice

02/16/2021

engage.fairfaxva.gov

Due to Thursday's anticipated storms, the Historic District meeting will not be aired live over Cityscreen-12 and Channel 12. However, the meeting will still occur live via GoToWebinar and the recorded meeting will both be posted to the City Meetings page and aired on Cityscreen-12 (schedule TBD). To register via GoToWebinar, click here: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/8099713347319480076. To learn more about the project, click here: https://engage.fairfaxva.gov/old-town-historic-district-expansion

02/03/2021

Updating City of Fairfax Historic District Boundaries

Please join Community Development & Planning and Historic Resources staff on February 18 at 7PM for the first public meeting on the Historic District project. Participants will learn about the consultant's initial findings and will have the opportunity to ask additional questions about the project. To register via GoToWebinar, click here: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/8099713347319480076. (The meeting is also viewable live via Cityscreen-12 and on Channel 12 on Verizon FIOS and Cox Communications within the City.) To learn more about the project, click here: https://engage.fairfaxva.gov/old-town-historic-district-expansion

Old Town Fairfax is a unique destination in suburban Washington, D.C. The historic downtown area includes buildings that date back to when the city was still known as the Town of Providence. Old Town’s charming architecture and street grid are integral to the vibrant shopping, dining, and entertai...

01/25/2021

City Council Regular Meeting

On the agenda for Tuesday night's (1/26/21) City Council meeting starting at 7pm (watch on Channel 12 (Cox/Verizon) or through live streaming on the city’s website: https://www.fairfaxva.gov/services/about-us/city-meetings):
- Public hearing to consider a renewal of a Special Use Permit to allow a child care center as an accessory use at Fairfax Christian Church (10185 Main Street).
See the agenda at: https://fairfax.granicus.com/GeneratedAgendaViewer.php?view_id=11&event_id=1935

The January 26, 2021 special meeting of the City Council is being held electronically pursuant one or more of the following:  (i) Code of Virginia Sec. 2.2-3708(A)(3); (ii) the currently effective ordinance enacted by the City Council implementing emergency procedures to ensure continuity of govern...

01/25/2021

Planning Commission Regular Meeting/Work Session

On the agenda for tonight's (1/25/21) Planning Commission meeting starting at 7pm (watch on Channel 12 (Cox/Verizon) or through live streaming on the city’s website: https://www.fairfaxva.gov/services/about-us/city-meetings):
- Consideration of the 2020 Planning Commission Annual Report to City Council and associated updates to the 2035 Comprehensive Plan Implementation Guide, Old Town Fairfax Small Area Plan Implementation Guide and Northfax Small Area Plan Implementation Guide.
- Discussion of small area plans prioritization and next steps
See the agenda at: https://fairfax.granicus.com/GeneratedAgendaViewer.php?view_id=11&event_id=2436

Chair: Mark Angres / Vice-Chair: James Feather / Commissioners: Tom Burrell, Paul Cunningham, Amir Eftekhari, Matthew Rice

01/14/2021

Welcome to the Meeting Documents and Archived Media Page | City of Fairfax, VA

The Board of Architectural Review will hold a work session on Wednesday, January 20 at 7 PM. The meeting will be held electronically and can be viewed live on Channel 12 and the City Meetings Page. The agenda and staff reports can be found at https://www.fairfaxva.gov/services/about-us/city-meetings.

12/30/2020

Welcome to the Meeting Documents and Archived Media Page | City of Fairfax, VA

On the agenda for Tuesday night's (1/5/21) City Council work session starting at 7pm (watch on Channel 12 (Cox/Verizon) or through live streaming on the city’s website: https://www.fairfaxva.gov/services/about-us/city-meetings):
- Pre-application briefing for a proposed Sunrise Senior Living development at 4131 Chain Bridge Road
See the agenda at: https://fairfax.granicus.com/GeneratedAgendaViewer.php?view_id=11&event_id=2068