Fredericksburg City Council approves first read of amendments encouraging different types of housing, increased density
The city-wide conversation about density continued Tuesday night as City Council approved on first read a set of amendments to the unified development ordinance that would increase density in some zoning districts. City Council initiated consideration of the proposed amendments by a resolution approved in May. The amendments are “intended to allow consideration of projects […]
City Council approves Neon project in Celebrate Virginia South
Fredericksburg City Council on Tuesday gave the final go-ahead to the Neon project, which will bring 762 new dwelling units to Celebrate Virginia South. Council unanimously (6-0, with one abstention) approved a second reading of a request to rezone two vacant parcels, totaling 63 acres and owned by entities of the Silver Companies, from Planned […]
Bringing legislatures, public schools closer
Preschoolers at work on “gingerbread geometry.” Cosmetology students practicing in their in-school full-service salon. Elementary school gardens planted and tended by students and the community. A new middle-school chamber orchestra that practices on its own time. These are just some of the Fredericksburg City Public School programs and initiatives that local legislators visited during a […]
Proposed zoning changes in Stafford would affect future opioid treatment facilities
by Adele Uphaus MANAGING EDITOR AND CORRESPONDENT Proposed changes to Stafford County’s zoning ordinance would affect how and where future medical clinics can open. In general, the proposed changes would mean that medical, dental or psychiatric offices and clinics would no longer be permitted “by right” in the 14 zoning districts where they are currently […]