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HB 922

County manager plan of government; affordable dwelling unit ordinance.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Alfonso Lopez

HB 922 modifies county manager government structures and affordable dwelling unit ordinance requirements to enhance local affordable housing policy implementation in Virginia.

Continued to next session in Counties, Cities and Towns (Voice Vote)
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Bill Summary · HB 922

Legislative bill overview

HB 922 modifies Virginia's county manager plan of government framework and revises requirements for affordable dwelling unit (ADU) ordinances at the local level. The bill appears to strengthen or restructure how counties with manager-style governments can implement affordable housing policies through mandatory or revised ADU ordinance standards.

Why is this important

Housing affordability is a critical issue across Virginia, particularly in rapidly growing regions. This bill directly addresses how local governments can require or incentivize affordable housing development, affecting both housing supply for lower-income residents and the regulatory environment for real estate developers.

Potential points of contention

  • Developer burden vs. housing goals: Stricter ADU requirements may increase development costs, potentially reducing new construction or raising housing prices elsewhere
  • Local control variation: Different standards across counties could create inconsistent regulatory frameworks and competitive disadvantages between jurisdictions
  • Implementation feasibility: Counties may lack resources or technical capacity to enforce revised ADU ordinance requirements effectively

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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