The purpose of this project is to create a “neighborhood slow zone” to encourage safer, more welcoming streets in the Lynhaven neighborhood.

In 2017, the Alexandria City Council adopted the Vision Zero Action Plan to improve traffic safety citywide. Implementing neighborhood slow zones is one of the key action items from that plan.

Neighborhood slow zones are designated areas where slower speeds are encouraged, typically through a combination of lower speed limits, traffic calming measures, and gateway treatments.

The City is piloting its first neighborhood slow zone in the Lynhaven Neighborhood, where the community has shared concerns about speeding, failure to stop for people crossing the street, cut-through traffic, and truck traffic.

Community Engagement

Status: Ongoing

Spring 2022: Community Feedback on Draft Design

Coming soon! Please check back for updates.

Community Engagement Through 2022

The City has engaged with the community on a number of occasions to gather input and discuss concerns:

December 2021 | Neighborhood Meeting
March 2021 | Neighborhood Meeting
February 2021 | Community Repaving Feedback Form
December 2020 | Neighborhood Meeting

Design

Status: In Progress

Draft design plans coming soon!

Construction

Status: Not Started

For more information about this project or to provide comments, please contact Alex Carroll, Project Manager, at Alexandria.Carroll@alexandriava.gov.