Updates from the chapter
It looks like Arlington's Missing Middle/EHO zoning reform is going to have a setback at the VA Supreme Court, but don't let that overshadow the fact that the policy is working. https://yimbysofnova.org/posts/arlingtons-2025-eho-report-shows-the-continuing-success-of-missing-middle-zoning The average square footage for a new single detached home was 5,348, compared to an average of 1,649 sq ft for…
Interactive General Land Use Plan (GLUP) Map shows minimal change in Arlington’s land use in over 60 years
We cannot solve 21st-century challenges with a 20th-century map. It’s time to finally embrace land use that reflects the world-class, inclusive community we deserve.
Our next social is on Sunday, Oct 18! Bring your family and friends and let's make abundant housing a reality. RSVP link in bio.
Join us at our next social, at Cameron Cafe in Alexandria! RSVP is in the link in our bio! Drop by and catch up on all things housing in Alexandria, and learn you can advocate for abundant housing in the city!
Join us this upcoming Sunday, June 28th, to watch the World Cup together! With Shipgarten just a short walk from the McLean Metro Stop on the Silver Line, come drop by and celebrate the match while meeting fellow urbanists!
Are you curious about the YIMBY movement? Do you think the rent is too high and there aren't enough housing options, but not sure what you can do about it? Join our YIMBY curious event to learn more about who we are and how we advocate for affordable, sustainable, and abundant housing. RSVP link in bio
Arlington’s 2025 EHO Report Shows the Continuing Success of Missing Middle Zoning Reform
Insights from the 2025 Expanded Housing Option Annual Data Report
Join us this Thursday April 16th for a Virtual Book Club Meetup to discuss our book club's recent read, Fixer-Upper by Jenny Schuetz! Having read the book is optional so don't be shy to join in to learn about the book's findings. Sign-up is in the linktree in our Bio. Hope to see you there!
Join us for an afternoon of food, fun, and frisbees! RSVP link in bio.
Faith in Housing passed the House of Delegates of Virginia! Faith in Housing passes the Senate of Virginia! #faithinhousing #yimby #yimbys #yimbysofnova #nova #northernvirginia #affordablehousing #missingmiddle #prohousing #housingforall
Join YIMBYs of NoVA for a fun, friendly showdown — where we’ll settle, once and for all, who truly deserves to claim Shirlington. We’re splitting into two teams: 🏙️ Arlington YIMBYs vs. 🌊 Alexandria YIMBYs…with bragging rights (and symbolic ownership of Shirlington 😄) on the line. (LINK IN BIO) Expect classic pub trivia, great drinks, solid food, and plenty of urbanist camaraderie. Whether you’…
Northern Virginia is central to various hubs in the DMV area, making it an ideal location for increased housing density! #yimby #yimbys #yimbysofnova #nova #northernvirginia #affordablehousing #missingmiddle #prohousing #housingforall
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- Interactive General Land Use Plan (GLUP) Map shows minimal change in Arlington’s land use in over 60 yearsOctober 14, 2026We cannot solve 21st-century challenges with a 20th-century map. It’s time to finally embrace land use that reflects the world-class, inclusive community we deserve.
- Arlington’s 2025 EHO Report Shows the Continuing Success of Missing Middle Zoning ReformApril 13, 2026Insights from the 2025 Expanded Housing Option Annual Data Report
- How parking laws can make or break your community.December 31, 2025Here is a medium post from Joseph, one of our members:
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About YIMBYs of NoVA
YIMBYs (yes in my back yard) of Northern Virginia will make housing affordable to all by enabling the development of more and denser housing. Attainable homes close to jobs, opportunities, and amenities of daily life enable communities to be more socially connected, economically productive, and sustainable, environmentally and otherwise.
An acute housing shortage is causing the affordability crisis. Zoning, inefficient permitting, and other restrictions have made housing a financial hardship for most people. Moreover, zoning was created to exclude non-white and poor residents. We welcome new neighbors.
How we work
Reform the rules
Back zoning reform and streamlined permitting so more homes are legal to build, especially near transit and jobs.
Educate & engage
Turn out residents to the meetings that matter and make it easy to take a pro-housing position on local projects.
Build partnerships
Work with neighbors, labor, faith groups, and builders toward a shared abundant-housing agenda.
YIMBYs of NoVA is a chapter of YIMBY Action.
One of the local groups organizing for more homes across the country, backed by the national team.