U.S. Reps. Mike Carey (R-OH) and Jimmy Gomez (D-CA) introduced the bipartisan “Revitalizing Downtowns and Main Streets Act” in the House of Representatives on July 12, 2024. Modeled after the Historic Preservation Tax Credit,...more
On Sept. 26, 2023, the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors adopted Affordable Housing Administrative Guidelines aimed at mitigating the loss of existing affordable units in connection with residential redevelopment projects....more
The Board of Supervisors of Fairfax County, Virginia, will hold a public hearing at its Sept. 26, 2023, meeting to consider the adoption of Affordable Housing Preservation Administrative Guidelines. Consistent with previously...more
Fairfax County, Virginia, released draft text for the Affordable Housing Preservation Policy Plan amendment to ensure no net loss of affordable housing during redevelopment. The policy amendment proposes incentives for the...more
On Sept. 1, 2021, the White House announced a set of policies designed to increase the supply of affordable housing, with a goal of producing nearly 100,000 additional affordable homes over the next three years. The policies...more
Fairfax County, Virginia, is taking proactive steps to facilitate additional affordable housing options in the area.
The Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority (FCRHA) recently announced the availability of...more
On Feb. 23, 2021, the Board of Supervisors of Fairfax County, Virginia, amended its Workforce Dwelling Unit (WDU) policy to target lower income levels, with a commensurate reduction in the percentage of affordable units...more
Arlington County, Virginia, recently unveiled three major housing initiatives that will have a significant impact on how affordable housing is addressed in redevelopment projects for the foreseeable future....more
Fairfax County, Virginia, has authorized a review of its Workforce Dwelling Unit (WDU) policy based upon recommendations from a task force appointed by the county’s Board of Supervisors. The proposed policy changes lower the...more