Alexandria
Want to get involved in Alexandria? Here are three easy steps:
Sign up for email updates. Be sure to include your location so we can send Alexandria-specific action alerts!
Spread the word. Tell your neighbors about us, or print some fliers to distribute!
Volunteer. Send us a note if you want to get more involved! You can reach us at hello@yimbysofnova.org
Zoning for Housing
City Council passed Zoning for Housing unanimously at their hearing on 11/28! These reforms are a strong first step toward a more affordable and inclusive Alexandria, but a lot remains to be done in Phase 2, which we hope to see initiated in 2024.
Read our priorities for future reforms.
Happening Now
Alexandria West Planning
The City is engaged in a planning process to create a shared vision for the future of Alexandria West. Join us to advocate for a plan that prioritizes inclusive engagement, housing affordability, and accessible transportation. More information here.
Community Meeting:
Thurs., 4/25 at 7pm
Virtual Only: Register here.
FY 2025 Budget
The City budget is a sweeping document touching on many issues including, of course, housing!
We are joining with local partners to ask Council to prioritize funding for the pipeline of already-approved affordable homes, and to invest in a local housing voucher program. Read our comment here.
Ready to take action? Check out our comment guide, and submit your own comment!
Also Tracking
We've identified the following projects as priorities, and will let you know when there's a new opportunity to take action on them!
Duke Street in Motion
As Alexandria's primary east-west corridor, Duke Street is essential to enabling people to move throughout our community. Project info here.
After two years of public engagement and hours of public comment, Council unanimously approved a concept plan in June 2023. The project has advanced to the design phase, and our role now is to ensure implementation that prioritizes an efficient, safe, sustainable, and equitable Duke Street.
PRGS Redevelopment in Old Town North
Hilco Redevelopment Partners plan to convert the old Potomac River Generating Station (PRGS) into a new mixed-use neighborhood in Old Town North. Follow along and advocate for a project that brings as much desperately-needed housing to Alexandria's thriving urban core as possible. Project information online here.
Landmark Redevelopment
Learn more about the plans for the redevelopment of Landmark Mall into a vibrant, mixed-use hub for Alexandria's West End. Project information is online here.
