Planning Commission Regular Meeting/Work Session

Agenda

• 1aConsideration for Remote Participation by Commissioner James Feather

  Outcome: Approved 4:0. Chair Feather permitted to attend remotely from his second home in Wiscasset, Maine, pursuant to Code of Virginia Sec. 2.2-3708.3, as his physical residence is more than 60 miles from the meeting location.

  passedMotion to allow Chair Feather to attend remotely. Moved by Vice-Chair Lockhart, seconded by Mr. Rice.
• 2Discussion / Adoption of Agenda

  Outcome: Adopted as presented, 5:0.

  passedMotion to adopt the agenda as presented. Moved by Mr. Cunningham, seconded by Chair Feather.
• 3Presentations by the Public on Any Matter Not Calling for a Public Hearing

  Outcome: No presentations by the public.

• 4Consideration of the July 28, 2025 Meeting Minutes

  Outcome: Approved as presented, 4:0:1, with Mr. McCarthy abstaining.

  passedMotion to adopt the July 28, 2025 meeting minutes. Moved by Mr. Rice, seconded by Mr. Cunningham.

  McCarthy: abstain
• 5Items Not Requiring a Public Hearing

  Outcome: None.

• 6Public Hearings

  Outcome: None.

• 8aWork Session: Discussion of Potential Policy Options for Detached Accessory Dwelling Units

  Outcome: Staff presented a report on potential policy options for Detached Accessory Dwelling Units; discussion held and incorporated into the record by reference. No formal action taken.

• 9Staff Report

  Outcome: Staff provided updates on recent City Council actions, upcoming community events, Fairfax County Planning Commission hearings, and discussed adjusting the pre-application briefing process to allow applicants to respond to questions when prompted by staff or the Chair.

• 10Commission Comments

  Outcome: Chair Feather welcomed Mr. McCarthy to the commission and noted he would attend the next meeting in person. Vice-Chair Lockhart welcomed Mr. McCarthy and thanked staff for their work at the Fall Festival booth. Mr. Cunningham and Mr. Rice had no comments.