Beginning May 29, 2020, Northern Virginia entered Phase 1 of Gov. Ralph Northam’s “Forward Virginia Plan.” Phase 1 permits greater use of outdoor spaces, particularly for restaurants and health clubs. Use of those spaces will...more
The Virginia General Assembly recently authorized public bodies — including local boards and commissions — to meet electronically during the state of emergency declared by Gov. Ralph Northam in response to COVID-19. This...more
ABC Policy Changes-
Beer/Wine/Mixed Beverage Takeout and Delivery. For the first time in ABC history, ABC adjusted its licensing regulations on March 20 to allow businesses with on-premises licenses (restaurants, eat-in...more
Fairfax County recently completed the Embark Richmond Highway Comprehensive Plan Amendment for the Richmond Highway Corridor in northern Virginia. The amendment created a substantial amount of new density — much of it...more
On the eve of its 40th birthday, Fairfax County has kicked off a Zoning Ordinance Modernization effort to analyze and update its current ordinance, which was originally adopted in 1978. The modernization efforts are part of...more