History of the Church Street Vision Plan

In July 1999, the Vienna Town Council adopted an ordinance to enhance the appearance and economic vitality of businesses in the historic Church Street commercial corridor.  The plan introduced an innovative concept in commercial development - an incentive-based development program called the Church Street Vision Plan to preserve the unique character of what was once Vienna's main street.

Under the plan, property owners in the C-1B Pedestrian Commercial Zone are encouraged to renovate and develop properties in accordance with adopted guidelines that reflect the main street urban architecture reminiscent of late 19th century, small-town America streetscapes.  In exchange, owners may receive additional building square footage, reduction in parking requirements and an expedited review process.

Goal of the Vision Plan

The Church Street Vision Plan was created to achieve improvements on Church Street without the imposition of additional architectural requirements or the restrictions of an official historic district.  The goal is to encourage a viable commercial mix while preserving Vienna's small-town character.

Click here to view the Church Street Vision in the zoning ordinance .

Approved Church Street Vision Projects

 Map of Approved Church Street Projects

The properties within the red borders are zoned C-1B Pedestrian Commercial and eligible for redevelopment under the Church Street Vision. The pink highlighted parcels designate the locations of the approved Church Street Vision projects listed above.