U.S. Rep. Gerry Connolly (center) takes part in the groundbreaking celebration of Residences at Government Center II, a 279-unit development for low to moderate income households.
The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, the Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority (FCRHA), Lincoln Avenue Communities, Virginia Housing, the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development, and other project partners celebrated the groundbreaking of Residences at Government Center II on Dec. 9.
The affordable housing community for households with low to moderate incomes is located in the Braddock
District, represented by Supervisor James R. Walkinshaw (D). It is on county-owned property adjacent to the Fairfax County Government Center. Approximately 65 percent of the units will have two- or three-bedrooms.
“Today, I had the honor of speaking at the groundbreaking for the Residences at the Government Center II, a project that will build 279 units of affordable housing right on county-owned land. I was proud to champion the first Residences when I was Chairman of Fairfax County,” posted U.S. Rep. Gerry Connolly.
According to the development plan and design by Lincoln Avenue Communities, there will be two five-story residential buildings with some surface parking and underground parking. The building orientation frames a series of public and private spaces for residents and others to congregate. The current design expects to designate 15 percent of the units as ADA-accessible, and Universal Design practices included wherever possible. Environmental features include EarthCraft Gold Green Building Certification, solar panels, and electric vehicle charging.
According to the timeline, the developer anticipates completing construction in February 2026.
The company's submitted request for proposal describes the development plan of Lincoln Avenue Community for the project as a "connection,” creating an environment that brings people together. The design's visual focal point is a 15,000-square-foot service hall dubbed "Fairfax One.”
The project will help the county fulfill its commitment to producing and preserving affordable homes. The goal is to create a minimum of 10,000 affordable homes by 2034.