Breakfast links: Virginia ADU bill won’t move forward this year
A carriage house ADU by BeyondDC licensed under Creative Commons.
Virginia House tables bill to increase ADUs across the state
The Virginia House of Delegates voted to table a bill expanding accessory dwelling units (ADUs) throughout the Commonwealth until next year. Members of the House say that the time will give Senator Saddam Salim, who represents the City of Fairfax and surrounding areas, more time to collect additional data and fine-tune the bill’s language. The bill previously passed the Virginia Senate 22-18. (Angela Woolsey / FFXNow)
Youngkin lashes out at Virginia Senate for denying arena funding
Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin lashed out at the Virginia Senate after the Democratic-controlled chamber refused to fund the controversial Potomac Yard arena, stating that the decision would negatively affect Virginia’s economy, particularly in Alexandria. However, the move may provide an opportunity for Washington lawmakers to renegotiate a deal with Monumental Sports. (Jon Banister / Bisnow)
Two new bills would increase tenant protections in Montgomery County
This week, Montgomery County councilmembers introduced two separate bills concerning tenants’ rights and protections. The first bill would require leases to include information about sprinkler systems, renter’s insurance, and emergency evacuation plans. The second bill would require landlords to inform prospective tenants of their rights when it comes to background and credit checks during the application process. (Ginny Bixby / MoCo360)
Del Ray ADU proposal heads to City Council as citizens association pushes back
A proposed accessory dwelling unit (ADU) is headed to the Alexandria City Council on March 12 after the planning commission recommended approval in a 4-3 vote. The Del Ray Citizens Association has pushed for the application to be denied, citing concerns about the property’s intended use as a short-term rental, though the owner indicates he intends to rent the ADU to long-term tenants. (Vernon Miles / ALXNow)
Major DC water conduit needs repair due to damage caused by truck drivers
A major conduit for DC’s drinking water beneath MacArthur Boulevard needs repairs for serious cracks and compression at a cost approximately $21 million. The US Army Corps of Engineers blames the damage on drivers of large trucks who often ignore weight restrictions. (NBC4)
Mixed-use high rise near Bethesda Metro station wins final approval
A 24-story mixed-use high rise with 330 residential units in downtown Bethesda gained final site plan approval from the Montgomery County Planning Board. 15% of units will be income-restricted affordable. The $220 million Foulger-Pratt project, located a quarter mile from Bethesda Station, will replace low-rise shops and restaurants. The developer purchased a $2.9 million density bonus for the project; those funds will go toward a local park. (This article is behind a paywall.) (Business Journal)
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