SB717

Virginia SB717 establishes transit-oriented housing overlay districts to increase housing density near transit corridors.

Virginia SB717 creates transit-oriented housing overlay districts in localities with major transit stops or corridors. These districts allow for higher housing density, up to dwelling units per lot, without single-family limits. The bill exempts certain areas from these districts, including historic districts, critical environmental areas, and parcels without public water and sewer service. Localities can also exclude parcels if they would adversely impact the area. The Department of Housing and Community Development must report on the effects of these districts after three years.