Alexandria Planning Commission to Evaluate a 3-Year Extension for the Disputed Apartment Development Project
In October, the Alexandria Planning Commission will review a three-year extension for a contentious 180-unit apartment building located near the Braddock Road Metro station. The project, initially denied by the city council in March 2021, has faced years of delays and community opposition.
The development, spearheaded by West Street Acquisitions, has made significant strides to address concerns raised by the community and city officials. The applicant will contribute $145,000 to the Braddock Community Amenities Fund, $942,000 to the Braddock Open Space Fund, and $531,927 to the Affordable Housing Trust Fund, in addition to 14 dedicated affordable dwelling units. Furthermore, a contribution of at least $53,985 will be made to the public arts fund.
To achieve full compliance with State water quality removal and City green infrastructure requirements, the developer will implement stormwater runoff reduction methods and install a stormwater vault. Stormwater quantity controls will ensure that post-development stormwater runoff does not exceed 70% of the existing runoff quantities for both the 2-year and 10-year storm events.
Notably, the installation of 650 linear feet of underground sewer piping, some as deep as 30 feet underground, will benefit the community and the city, according to Casey Nolan, attorney for West Street Acquisitions.
The parcel has been vacant since the demolition of the single-family houses on the property was issued in 2022. The review will take place on October 9, with the city council deferring a decision to extend the DSUP for the one-acre project at 727 N. West St. until its city council public hearing on October 18.
Despite these efforts, the West Old Town Citizens Association has continued to oppose the project since its approval in 2021. West Street Acquisitions registered in June to contribute to the Public Art Prize Fund, although the specific organization they registered with is not explicitly stated in the available search results.
The developer will also contribute $20,000 to the City's Capital Bikeshare Fund, further emphasising their commitment to sustainability and community development.
As the review date approaches, the community and city officials await a decision on the extension of this controversial project. The outcome will undoubtedly have significant implications for the future of the Braddock area and the wider Alexandria community.
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