Fairfax, Virginia Development News

Christopher Land LLC Proposes Mixed-Use Redevelopment at Chambridge Road Requiring Rezoning and Special Use Permits

The City Council work session included a discussion regarding a post-submission work session for Christopher Land LLC concerning the redevelopment of 4085-4117 Chambridge Road. The applicant has requested a rezoning from the CEO Commercial Office District to the CU Commercial Urban District, along with a special use permit for multi-family use in one building and several special exceptions. These exceptions include permitting less than 75% of ground floor area for upper story mixed-use, exceeding density limits, exceeding maximum building height, and eliminating requirements for landscaping and sidewalks in certain areas. The proposed development includes three buildings with up to 392 apartments, approximately 7,700 square feet of retail, and approximately 29,600 square feet of office space, along with a private access drive and a north-to-south greenway. Concerns were raised by council members regarding density, height, traffic, pedestrian circulation, and the impact on existing infrastructure, particularly sewers. The applicant highlighted the economic necessity of the proposed density and height to make the project financially viable, emphasizing the enhanced greenway as a key public benefit. Next steps involve the applicant's resubmission, followed by public hearings with the Board of Architectural Review, Planning Commission, and City Council.