Duke Street Land Use Plan

Overview

The FY 2024-2025 Interdepartmental Long Range Planning Work Program adopted by City Council includes the 2025 launch of a community planning process to update the comprehensive land use plan for the Duke Street Corridor. Recognizing that the land use concept for this area was last comprehensively updated in 1992, the planning process will engage the community to create a land use vision for the future.

Help Shape the Future of Our Community

We want to hear from you!

Please join us for the Kick-off Meeting for the Duke Street Land Use Plan on Monday, June 9, at Patrick Henry Recreation Center, 4653 Taney Avenue, Alexandria VA, 22304 and online via Zoom. The meeting will include an introduction to the planning process, a Q&A, and the opportunity to engage with City Staff about the future of Duke Street. A follow-up survey will also be available for members of the public to provide feedback.

7:00 PM: Presentation and Community Meeting (also online via Zoom, see below for details).
7:30 PM – 8:30 PM: Open House (informal opportunity to ask questions, provide feedback, and learn more)

Can't wait till then? Find our pop-up booth at any of the following events or download our flyer:

May 7, 6-7:30 PM: Community Cookout at Ewald Park
May 10, 10 AM-2 PM: Eco-City Festival at Ben Brenman Park
May 12, 5-7 PM: Patrick Henry Rec. Center
May 14, 5-7PM: The Shoppes at Foxchase
May 16, 5-7PM: Port City Brewing Summer Concert Series
May 21, 6-8 PM: Patrick Henry Rec. Center
May 29, 6-7:30 PM: Community Cookouts Mason at Van Dorn
June 2, 4-6 PM: Handy Bikes
June 16, 5-7 PM: King Street Metro Station
June 17, 5-7 PM: The Shoppes at Foxchase
June 18, 6-7:30 PM: Community Cookout at Patrick Henry Rec. Center
June 25, 4:30-6:30 PM: Beatley Library

View our pop-up materials.

Planning Process

The planning process will explore topics such as land use, environment and climate, equity, mobility and connectivity, pedestrian safety and accessibility, parks and open space, and housing affordability. Translation and interpretation services will be provided throughout the process to ensure that all who wish to participate may do so. 

In early 2025, staff will connect with stakeholders to get feedback on the engagement process, which is scheduled to officially launch in Summer 2025. Information about the schedule will be shared early via eNews, WhatsApp, email contact list, and other potential channels in the community. Anyone who wishes to share input at anytime is encouraged to contact staff below.  

Resources

Watch this space for more information to be added over the coming months, such background / context information helpful to the community as we embark on this planning process.

Related Projects

The 2013 Housing Master Plan (HMP) established principles, goals, and strategies to address Alexandria's housing needs through 2025. The City is undertaking an update to the HMP through the Housing 2040 Master Plan process.

The City’s initiatives through its strategic plan, commitment to Green Building of City facilities, and the adoption and phased implementation of the Eco-City Charter lay the foundations for the wider adoption of Green Building practice in the City of Alexandria.

Duke Street In Motion is focused on ensuring that transit improvements in the Duke Street corridor, from West End Alexandria to the King Street Metro Station, provide transportation options that align with the community’s needs, provide efficient transportation choices, and keep the region moving.

Questions?

Contact Christian Brandt, AICP, Urban Planner, Department of Planning and Zoning, Christian.Brandt@alexandriava.gov, 703.746.3859, or WhatsApp messenger at this link.

City of Alexandria, VA

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