Virginia Headlines
City of Alexandria Drafts Sustainable Development Policy
The city of Alexandria recently shared a draft policy on sustainable development with members of its Sustainable Development Working Group, in which AOBA participates. The draft policy is not intended to take the form of an ordinance, which would involve a more rigid application process. The flexible approach was taken by city staff in response to feedback provided by AOBA and other stakeholders. The draft policy makes clear the city’s priorities for new construction and development design including energy efficiency, water conservation and a building’s overall carbon footprint. AOBA still maintains concerns, however, that insufficient incentives have been included in the draft policy.
