Home values, gross rent, homeownership, housing cost burdens, and the pressure from prices and incomes.
Median owner-occupied home value$383.7K2020–2024 · #16 of 50 · highest first
Median gross rent$1.58K2020–2024 · #11 of 50 · highest first
Homeownership rate67.3%2020–2024 · #27 of 50 · highest first
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Virginia · 2025: +76.5% · Rank #35 of 50, highest first · U.S. benchmark: Not available
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Virginia · state comparison
Home values, rent, and homeownership
Census values are estimates for occupied housing, rather than current listing or sale prices.
Virginia · 2020–2024$383,700
Virginia rank#16among all 50 states
U.S. benchmark$332,700Same measure and period when published
#1 is the highest value. Ties share a rank and leave gaps. D.C. and territories are excluded. Rank describes the measured value; it is not an overall score of the state.
Median owner-occupied home value
Median reported value of owner-occupied housing.
2024 dollars; a higher value can benefit owners and make buying harder.
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Lower value · $162.6KHigher value · $839.1KStriped: unavailable
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Virginia · $383,7002020–2024 · Rank #16 of 50, highest firstSelected state
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Median owner-occupied home value · 2020–2024 · highest value ranked #1
Rank
State
Value
Comparison notes
#1
Hawaii
$839,100
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#2
California
$734,700
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#3
Washington
$564,600
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#4
Massachusetts
$562,100
—
#5
Colorado
$539,400
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#6
Utah
$489,400
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#7
Oregon
$477,600
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#8
New Jersey
$454,400
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#9
Nevada
$435,400
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#10
New York
$423,800
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#11
Maryland
$419,900
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#12
Idaho
$418,600
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#13
Rhode Island
$404,200
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#14
New Hampshire
$402,500
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#15
Arizona
$394,500
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#16
Virginia · your comparison
$383,700
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#17
Montana
$375,800
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#18
Connecticut
$366,900
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#19
Florida
$359,000
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#20
Alaska
$352,900
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#21
Delaware
$352,000
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#22
Minnesota
$329,300
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#23
Vermont
$316,600
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#24
Wyoming
$309,700
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#25
Georgia
$303,300
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#26
Maine
$296,600
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#27
North Carolina
$288,900
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#28
Tennessee
$286,700
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#29
Texas
$283,800
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#30
Wisconsin
$266,500
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#31
Illinois
$263,300
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#32
South Carolina
$259,000
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#33
South Dakota
$257,400
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#34
Pennsylvania
$254,500
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#35
North Dakota
$249,900
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#36
New Mexico
$248,100
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#37
Nebraska
$238,600
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#38
Michigan
$231,600
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#39
Missouri
$230,300
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#40
Indiana
$218,200
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#41
Kansas
$217,200
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#42
Louisiana
$216,500
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#43
Ohio
$214,800
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#44
Alabama
$209,900
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#45
Iowa
$208,000
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#46
Kentucky
$205,600
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#47
Oklahoma
$199,800
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#48
Arkansas
$188,000
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#49
Mississippi
$169,800
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#50
West Virginia
$162,600
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Virginia · 2020–202448.5%
Virginia rank#26among all 50 states
U.S. benchmark51.1%Same measure and period when published
#1 is the highest value. Ties share a rank and leave gaps. D.C. and territories are excluded. Rank describes the measured value; it is not an overall score of the state.
Renters · spending at least 30% of income
Housing costs as a share of household income, excluding households for which a ratio cannot be computed.
Renters and owners have separate denominators. Ratios use the Census computed-income universe.
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Lower value · 38.9%Higher value · 60.1%Striped: unavailable
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Virginia · 48.5%2020–2024 · Rank #26 of 50, highest firstSelected state
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Renters · spending at least 30% of income · 2020–2024 · highest value ranked #1
Rank
State
Value
Comparison notes
#1
Florida
60.1%
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#2
Hawaii
56.7%
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#3
Nevada
55.9%
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#4
California
55.3%
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#5
Louisiana
54.8%
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#6
Colorado
52.9%
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#7
Connecticut
52.6%
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#8
Oregon
52.5%
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#9
Georgia
52.4%
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#10
South Carolina
52.1%
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#11
New York
52.1%
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#12
Massachusetts
51.8%
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#13
Texas
51.7%
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#14
New Jersey
51.6%
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#15
Maryland
51.5%
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#16
Arizona
51.4%
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#17
Mississippi
51.3%
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#18
Michigan
50.4%
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#19
New Mexico
50.2%
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#20
Washington
49.9%
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#21
Delaware
49.6%
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#22
North Carolina
48.9%
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#23
West Virginia
48.9%
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#24
Tennessee
48.8%
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#25
Alabama
48.8%
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#26
Virginia · your comparison
48.5%
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#27
Maine
48.4%
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#28
Vermont
48.4%
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#29
New Hampshire
48.2%
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#30
Pennsylvania
48.2%
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#31
Minnesota
48.1%
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#32
Indiana
48.1%
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#33
Rhode Island
48%
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#34
Illinois
47.9%
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#35
Utah
47.2%
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#36
Idaho
46.9%
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#37
Oklahoma
46.3%
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#38
Ohio
45.9%
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#39
Missouri
45.6%
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#40
Kentucky
45.4%
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#41
Nebraska
45.1%
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#42
Arkansas
44.8%
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#43
Montana
44.8%
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#44
Alaska
44.6%
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#45
Iowa
43.9%
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#46
Wisconsin
43.7%
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#47
Kansas
43.5%
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#48
Wyoming
43.1%
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#49
South Dakota
39.8%
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#50
North Dakota
38.9%
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Virginia · 2025+76.5%
Virginia rank#35among all 50 states
U.S. benchmarkNot availableSame measure and period when published
#1 is the highest value. Ties share a rank and leave gaps. D.C. and territories are excluded. Rank describes the measured value; it is not an overall score of the state.
Home-price growth since 2016
FactVote averages the four quarterly, not-seasonally-adjusted FHFA all-transactions HPI observations for each year. It compares that series with BEA annual per-capita personal income distributed by FRED, then rebases both to 100 in 2016.
This is a pressure indicator, not a home-price-to-income ratio and not a measure of monthly mortgage affordability. Both series are nominal; neither is adjusted for inflation. Per-capita personal income includes earnings, property income, and transfers and is not median household income.
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2025 · Virginia: +76.5% · Rank #35 of 50, highest first · Selected for state comparisonView history and select a period
Virginia Home-price growth since 2016 history
Period
Virginia
Compare
2016
+0%
2017
+2.6%
2018
+5.7%
2019
+9.7%
2020
+15.3%
2021
+28.6%
2022
+47.5%
2023
+57.8%
2024
+69.1%
2025
+76.5%
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Lower value · +38.2%Higher value · +141.7%Striped: unavailable
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Home-price growth since 2016 · 2025 · highest value ranked #1
Rank
State
Value
Comparison notes
#1
Idaho
+141.7%
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#2
Florida
+114.5%
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#3
Maine
+113.7%
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#4
Utah
+113.6%
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#5
Tennessee
+112.4%
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#6
Arizona
+112.3%
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#7
New Hampshire
+110.1%
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#8
Rhode Island
+108%
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#9
Georgia
+107.6%
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#10
North Carolina
+107.1%
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#11
Montana
+106.7%
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#12
Nevada
+106.1%
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#13
South Carolina
+105.5%
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#14
Washington
+100.2%
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#15
Indiana
+94.5%
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#16
Wisconsin
+94%
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#17
Michigan
+93.7%
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#18
Ohio
+93.3%
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#19
Vermont
+92.6%
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#20
New Jersey
+88.9%
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#21
Missouri
+86.9%
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#22
New York
+85.9%
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#23
Nebraska
+84.6%
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#24
Massachusetts
+84.3%
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#24
South Dakota
+84.3%
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#26
Texas
+83.3%
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#27
Kentucky
+83.2%
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#28
Colorado
+83.1%
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#29
Kansas
+82.5%
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#30
New Mexico
+82.3%
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#31
Alabama
+81.3%
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#32
Arkansas
+80.8%
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#33
Connecticut
+79.8%
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#34
Pennsylvania
+78.4%
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#35
Virginia · your comparison
+76.5%
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#36
Delaware
+75.4%
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#37
Oregon
+74.7%
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#38
California
+72.7%
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#39
Oklahoma
+71.9%
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#40
Minnesota
+70%
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#41
Wyoming
+69.3%
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#42
Illinois
+65.3%
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#43
Iowa
+64.2%
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#44
Mississippi
+63.9%
—
#45
Hawaii
+63%
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#46
Maryland
+59.4%
—
#47
West Virginia
+58.6%
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#48
Alaska
+51.9%
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#49
North Dakota
+45.9%
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#50
Louisiana
+38.2%
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Virginia · 202533,094
Virginia rank#13among all 50 states
U.S. benchmark1,431,616Same measure and period when published
#1 is the highest value. Ties share a rank and leave gaps. D.C. and territories are excluded. Rank describes the measured value; it is not an overall score of the state.
Total housing units authorized
New privately owned housing units authorized by building permits; final annual, not seasonally adjusted.
A permit is authorization, not a start or completed home. Absolute counts reflect the size of a state. Units in permit-issuing places; excludes public housing.
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Lower value · 848Higher value · 210,217Striped: unavailable
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Virginia · 33,0942025 · Rank #13 of 50, highest firstSelected state
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Total housing units authorized · 2025 · highest value ranked #1
Rank
State
Value
Comparison notes
#1
Texas
210,217
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#2
Florida
178,297
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#3
California
103,856
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#4
North Carolina
86,167
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#5
Georgia
61,196
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#6
Arizona
51,532
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#7
South Carolina
45,862
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#8
Tennessee
43,374
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#9
New York
38,667
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#10
Washington
34,913
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#11
Colorado
33,754
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#12
Ohio
33,640
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#13
Virginia · your comparison
33,094
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#14
Indiana
29,076
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#15
New Jersey
27,661
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#16
Utah
26,775
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#17
Pennsylvania
25,709
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#18
Wisconsin
25,569
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#19
Michigan
23,075
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#20
Minnesota
20,947
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#21
Alabama
19,061
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#22
Illinois
18,551
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#23
Nevada
18,540
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#24
Idaho
17,944
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#25
Missouri
17,474
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#26
Oklahoma
15,513
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#27
Arkansas
15,492
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#28
Kentucky
14,940
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#29
Oregon
14,839
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#30
Louisiana
14,203
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#31
Iowa
13,664
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#32
Maryland
13,358
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#33
Massachusetts
12,477
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#34
Nebraska
10,596
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#35
Kansas
10,299
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#36
Mississippi
8,405
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#37
New Mexico
7,747
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#38
Connecticut
7,273
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#39
Maine
6,979
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#40
Delaware
6,468
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#41
South Dakota
5,305
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#42
Montana
5,258
—
#43
New Hampshire
5,030
—
#44
West Virginia
3,962
—
#45
Hawaii
3,708
—
#46
North Dakota
2,440
—
#47
Vermont
2,294
—
#48
Wyoming
2,238
—
#49
Rhode Island
1,738
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#50
Alaska
848
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May 14, 2026 · HB329 · Signed HB329: Va. Residential Landlord & Tenant/Manufactured Home Lot Rental Acts; retaliatory conduct prohibited. · Official action recordedGovernor · HB329
Signed HB329: Va. Residential Landlord & Tenant/Manufactured Home Lot Rental Acts; retaliatory conduct prohibited.
May 14, 2026 · Official action recorded
Gov. Abigail Spanberger · Signed
FactVote reviewed summary
Va. Residential Landlord & Tenant/Manufactured Home Lot Rental Acts; retaliatory conduct prohibited.
The official Governor or Legislature record documents this action on May 14, 2026.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses rent, tenant protections, rental assistance, eviction, or the supply and affordability of rental housing. It does not establish an effect on Virginia's median gross rent.
Retained Virginia evidence context: Median gross rent. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Signed HB329: Va. Residential Landlord & Tenant/Manufactured Home Lot Rental Acts; retaliatory conduct prohibited. Va. Residential Landlord & Tenant/Manufactured Home Lot Rental Acts; retaliatory conduct prohibited. Approved by Governor - Chapter 1111 (effective 1/1/2027)
Inspect this action on the timeline ↑May 14, 2026 · HB 329 · Va. Residential Landlord & Tenant/Manufactured Home Lot Rental Acts; retaliatory conduct prohibited. · Enacted · Chapter 1111Virginia Legislature · HB 329
Va. Residential Landlord & Tenant/Manufactured Home Lot Rental Acts; retaliatory conduct prohibited.
May 14, 2026 · Enacted · Chapter 1111
Del. Adele Y. McClure · Sponsored
FactVote reviewed summary
Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act; Manufactured Home Lot Rental Act; retaliatory conduct prohibited. Adds numerous actions to the list of prohibited retaliatory actions by a landlord against a tenant under the Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act and Manufactured Home Lot Rental Act and specifies actions by a tenant for which a landlord may not retaliate. The bill modifies and expands the list of actions a landlord may take without violating the prohibition on retaliation. The bill allows a tenant, when the landlord has unlawfully retaliated, to recover actual damages and to assert retaliation as a defense in any action brought against him for possession. The bill has a…
The official Virginia LIS record shows the measure became law on May 14, 2026 as Chapter 1111.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses rent, tenant protections, rental assistance, eviction, or the supply and affordability of rental housing. It does not establish an effect on Virginia's median gross rent.
Retained Virginia evidence context: Median gross rent. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act; Manufactured Home Lot Rental Act; retaliatory conduct prohibited. Adds numerous actions to the list of prohibited retaliatory actions by a landlord against a tenant under the Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act and Manufactured Home Lot Rental Act and specifies actions by a tenant for which a landlord may not retaliate. The bill modifies and expands the list of actions a landlord may take without violating the prohibition on retaliation. The bill allows a tenant, when the landlord has unlawfully retaliated, to recover actual damages and to assert retaliation as a defense in any action…
Inspect this action on the timeline ↑Apr 22, 2026 · HB1279 · Signed HB1279: Affordable housing; religious organizations and other nonprofit tax-exempt properties. · Official action recordedGovernor · HB1279
Signed HB1279: Affordable housing; religious organizations and other nonprofit tax-exempt properties.
Apr 22, 2026 · Official action recorded
Gov. Abigail Spanberger · Signed
FactVote reviewed summary
Affordable housing; religious organizations and other nonprofit tax-exempt properties.
The official Governor or Legislature record documents this action on April 22, 2026.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses rent, tenant protections, rental assistance, eviction, or the supply and affordability of rental housing. It does not establish an effect on Virginia's median gross rent.
Retained Virginia evidence context: Median gross rent. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Signed HB1279: Affordable housing; religious organizations and other nonprofit tax-exempt properties. Affordable housing; religious organizations and other nonprofit tax-exempt properties. Approved by Governor-Chapter 1096 (Effective 1/1/2027)
Inspect this action on the timeline ↑Apr 22, 2026 · SB 181 · Real property tax; partial exemption for repurposing underutilized structures for residential use. · Enacted · Chapter 994Virginia Legislature · SB 181
Real property tax; partial exemption for repurposing underutilized structures for residential use.
Apr 22, 2026 · Enacted · Chapter 994
Sen. Angelia Williams Graves · Sponsored
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Real property tax; partial exemption for repurposing underutilized structures for residential use; local incentives. Permits localities to provide partial real estate taxation exemptions for converted real property where such conversion establishes a residential structure that has set aside at least 30 percent of the structure for households with a per capita income at or below 80 percent of the locality's median income or where the building owner is subject to an agreement with the Commonwealth or the locality regarding the provision of affordable housing. Localities have discretion to determine (i) whether a converted building qualifies for the partial exemption, (ii) any additional…
The official Virginia LIS record shows the measure became law on April 22, 2026 as Chapter 994.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses rent, tenant protections, rental assistance, eviction, or the supply and affordability of rental housing. It does not establish an effect on Virginia's median gross rent.
Retained Virginia evidence context: Median gross rent. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Real property tax; partial exemption for repurposing underutilized structures for residential use; local incentives. Permits localities to provide partial real estate taxation exemptions for converted real property where such conversion establishes a residential structure that has set aside at least 30 percent of the structure for households with a per capita income at or below 80 percent of the locality's median income or where the building owner is subject to an agreement with the Commonwealth or the locality regarding the provision of affordable housing. Localities have discretion to determine (i) whether a converted building qualifies…
Inspect this action on the timeline ↑Apr 22, 2026 · HB 1279 · Affordable housing; religious organizations and other nonprofit tax-exempt properties. · Enacted · Chapter 1096Virginia Legislature · HB 1279
Affordable housing; religious organizations and other nonprofit tax-exempt properties.
Apr 22, 2026 · Enacted · Chapter 1096
Del. Joshua G. Cole · Sponsored
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Affordable housing; religious organizations and other nonprofit tax-exempt properties. Allows for the administrative approval of development and construction of housing on land owned by property tax-exempt religious organizations or certain property tax-exempt nonprofit organizations and provides that zoning ordinances shall allow the by-right development and construction of housing on real property owned by such organizations, subject to various conditions and limitations. The bill provides that the review of such developments be completed pursuant to general law and states that localities shall not require a special exception, special use permit, conditional use permit, rezoning, or any…
The official Virginia LIS record shows the measure became law on April 22, 2026 as Chapter 1096.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses rent, tenant protections, rental assistance, eviction, or the supply and affordability of rental housing. It does not establish an effect on Virginia's median gross rent.
Retained Virginia evidence context: Median gross rent. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Affordable housing; religious organizations and other nonprofit tax-exempt properties. Allows for the administrative approval of development and construction of housing on land owned by property tax-exempt religious organizations or certain property tax-exempt nonprofit organizations and provides that zoning ordinances shall allow the by-right development and construction of housing on real property owned by such organizations, subject to various conditions and limitations. The bill provides that the review of such developments be completed pursuant to general law and states that localities shall not require a special exception, special use…
Inspect this action on the timeline ↑Apr 22, 2026 · SB 388 · Affordable housing; religious organizations and other nonprofit tax-exempt properties. · Enacted · Chapter 1009Virginia Legislature · SB 388
Affordable housing; religious organizations and other nonprofit tax-exempt properties.
Apr 22, 2026 · Enacted · Chapter 1009
Sen. Jeremy S. McPike · Sponsored
FactVote reviewed summary
Affordable housing; religious organizations and other nonprofit tax-exempt properties. Allows for the administrative approval of development and construction of housing on land owned by property tax-exempt religious organizations or certain property tax-exempt nonprofit organizations and provides that zoning ordinances shall allow the by-right development and construction of housing on real property owned by such organizations, subject to various conditions and limitations. The bill provides that the review of such developments be completed pursuant to general law and states that localities shall not require a special exception, special use permit, conditional use permit, rezoning, or any…
The official Virginia LIS record shows the measure became law on April 22, 2026 as Chapter 1009.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses rent, tenant protections, rental assistance, eviction, or the supply and affordability of rental housing. It does not establish an effect on Virginia's median gross rent.
Retained Virginia evidence context: Median gross rent. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Affordable housing; religious organizations and other nonprofit tax-exempt properties. Allows for the administrative approval of development and construction of housing on land owned by property tax-exempt religious organizations or certain property tax-exempt nonprofit organizations and provides that zoning ordinances shall allow the by-right development and construction of housing on real property owned by such organizations, subject to various conditions and limitations. The bill provides that the review of such developments be completed pursuant to general law and states that localities shall not require a special exception, special use…
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What candidates are saying
Explore statements about housing, rent, homeownership and borrowing costs from FactVote’s Virginia candidate profiles. Compare candidates within each recorded race, with each person’s matching statements kept together. These are candidate and campaign statements, not verified outcomes.
25 statements from 11 candidates
2026 Virginia U.S. House — District 10 — General Election
2 candidates with matching statements · 2 statements
Some voters might be wondering where I stand on the various “Green New Deal” bills that have been proposed. For bills with evidence-based, quantifiable emissions savings, like the Green New Deal for Public Housing, I support the goal but not necessarily the means. Rather than adding the cost of retr…
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Source topic or question: Where I Stand on the “Green New Deal”
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Some voters might be wondering where I stand on the various “Green New Deal” bills that have been proposed. For bills with evidence-based, quantifiable emissions savings, like the Green New Deal for Public Housing, I support the goal but not necessarily the means. Rather than adding the cost of retrofitting public housing to the national debt, I’d support bringing in private capital to help fund it, on the condition that public housing authorities retain a majority ownership stake, consistent with existing federal safeguards for similar programs, along with binding tenant protections against rent increases and displacement, and full public disclosure of the terms of any deal. Other bills, like the Green New Deal for Cities, don’t reasonably guarantee emissions savings, since they depend on giving block grants to localities and success depends entirely on downstream decisions. I don’t support this approach, as I believe it’s likely to be an inefficient way to guarantee real emissions reductions. Other bills, like the Green New Deal for Public Schools direct the majority of their funding toward things that have nothing to do with fighting climate change or reducing emissions. That’s not to say these other programs aren’t worth funding. If they are, they need to be debated as their own separate bill, on their own merits.
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There are two housing stories playing out across VA-10 right now. We are seeing two different situations happening to two different generations at the same time. I have three policies I plan to fight for in Congress that work together to unlock the housing market in VA-10.
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Source topic or question: learn about dave’s specific plans for VA-10
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There are two housing stories playing out across VA-10 right now. We are seeing two different situations happening to two different generations at the same time. I have three policies I plan to fight for in Congress that work together to unlock the housing market in VA-10.
Statement date not recorded · Profile reviewed Sep 17, 2026
Edwin Rivera is focused on restoring trust across Virginia’s Congressional District 3 by supporting practical policies that matter to constituents. His priorities include education reform, HBCU support, career and technical education, healthcare accessibility, youth development, public safety, small…
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Source topic or question: Focused On Policies That Matter To Families
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Edwin Rivera is focused on restoring trust across Virginia’s Congressional District 3 by supporting practical policies that matter to constituents. His priorities include education reform, HBCU support, career and technical education, healthcare accessibility, youth development, public safety, small business growth, affordability, homeownership, veteran support, Social Security protection, environmental protection, energy independence, economic growth, immigration reform, and stronger community engagement.
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Explore reviewed bills sponsored by current Virginia legislators and Virginia’s congressional delegation, plus retained proposals from Virginia’s governor and agencies. Each record keeps its latest recorded status and official evidence.
143 matching sponsorships or proposals · 59 Virginia incumbents. These filters apply only to this section.
Del. Adele Y. McClure
Virginia House of Delegates · District 2 · D–VA
5 proposalsView proposals from Del. Adele Y. McClureVirginia Legislature · HB 329
Va. Residential Landlord & Tenant/Manufactured Home Lot Rental Acts; retaliatory conduct prohibited.
May 14, 2026 · Enacted · Chapter 1111
Del. Adele Y. McClure · Sponsored
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Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act; Manufactured Home Lot Rental Act; retaliatory conduct prohibited. Adds numerous actions to the list of prohibited retaliatory actions by a landlord against a tenant under the Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act and Manufactured Home Lot Rental Act and specifies actions by a tenant for which a landlord may not retaliate. The bill modifies and expands the list of actions a landlord may take without violating the prohibition on retaliation. The bill allows a tenant, when the landlord has unlawfully retaliated, to recover actual damages and to assert retaliation as a defense in any action brought against him for possession. The bill has a…
The official Virginia LIS record shows the measure became law on May 14, 2026 as Chapter 1111.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses rent, tenant protections, rental assistance, eviction, or the supply and affordability of rental housing. It does not establish an effect on Virginia's median gross rent.
Retained Virginia evidence context: Median gross rent. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act; Manufactured Home Lot Rental Act; retaliatory conduct prohibited. Adds numerous actions to the list of prohibited retaliatory actions by a landlord against a tenant under the Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act and Manufactured Home Lot Rental Act and specifies actions by a tenant for which a landlord may not retaliate. The bill modifies and expands the list of actions a landlord may take without violating the prohibition on retaliation. The bill allows a tenant, when the landlord has unlawfully retaliated, to recover actual damages and to assert retaliation as a defense in any action…
Department of Housing and Community Development; Eviction Reduction Program; report. Establishes the Eviction Reduction Program within the Department of Housing and Community Development to expand the Department's work to (i) promote housing stability, (ii) identify factors that contribute to eviction filings, and (iii) provide interventions to prevent or divert evictions. The bill requires the Department to report annually to the General Assembly regarding the Program. The bill directs the Department to develop and include in its report criteria and guidelines necessary to administer the Program in consultation with stakeholders, including Eviction Diversion Program grantees as identified…
The official Virginia LIS record shows the measure became law on April 6, 2026 as Chapter 164.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses rent, tenant protections, rental assistance, eviction, or the supply and affordability of rental housing. It does not establish an effect on Virginia's median gross rent.
Retained Virginia evidence context: Median gross rent. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Department of Housing and Community Development; Eviction Reduction Program; report. Establishes the Eviction Reduction Program within the Department of Housing and Community Development to expand the Department's work to (i) promote housing stability, (ii) identify factors that contribute to eviction filings, and (iii) provide interventions to prevent or divert evictions. The bill requires the Department to report annually to the General Assembly regarding the Program. The bill directs the Department to develop and include in its report criteria and guidelines necessary to administer the Program in consultation with stakeholders, including…
Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act; Eviction Diversion Program, eligibility.
Apr 6, 2026 · Enacted · Chapter 230
Del. Adele Y. McClure · Sponsored
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Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act; Eviction Diversion Program; eligibility. Requires any general district court that implements the Eviction Diversion Program to attach information about the Program, including eligibility criteria, to any summons for unlawful detainer. The bill also alters eligibility requirements for a tenant to participate in the Program. This bill is identical to SB 273.
The official Virginia LIS record shows the measure became law on April 6, 2026 as Chapter 230.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses rent, tenant protections, rental assistance, eviction, or the supply and affordability of rental housing. It does not establish an effect on Virginia's median gross rent.
Retained Virginia evidence context: Median gross rent. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act; Eviction Diversion Program; eligibility. Requires any general district court that implements the Eviction Diversion Program to attach information about the Program, including eligibility criteria, to any summons for unlawful detainer. The bill also alters eligibility requirements for a tenant to participate in the Program. This bill is identical to SB 273. An Act to amend and reenact § 55.1-1262 of the Code of Virginia, relating to Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act; Eviction Diversion Program; eligibility.
Eviction Diversion Pilot Program; name change, expiration repealed.
Mar 24, 2025 · Enacted · Chapter 476
Del. Adele Y. McClure · Sponsored
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Eviction Diversion Pilot Program; name change; general application; expiration repealed. Renames the Eviction Diversion Pilot Program as the Eviction Diversion Program, removes the July 1, 2025, expiration date from the Program, and makes the Program available to all general district courts. As introduced, this bill was a recommendation of the Virginia Housing Commission. This bill is identical to SB 830.
The official Virginia LIS record shows the measure became law on March 24, 2025 as Chapter 476.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses rent, tenant protections, rental assistance, eviction, or the supply and affordability of rental housing. It does not establish an effect on Virginia's median gross rent.
Retained Virginia evidence context: Median gross rent. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Eviction Diversion Pilot Program; name change; general application; expiration repealed. Renames the Eviction Diversion Pilot Program as the Eviction Diversion Program, removes the July 1, 2025, expiration date from the Program, and makes the Program available to all general district courts. As introduced, this bill was a recommendation of the Virginia Housing Commission. This bill is identical to SB 830. An Act to amend and reenact § 55.1-1260 of the Code of Virginia and to repeal the fourth enactment of Chapter 355 and the fourth enactment of Chapter 356 of the Acts of Assembly of 2019, as amended by Chapter 797 of the Acts of Assembly of…
VA Residential Landlord and Tenant Act and Manufactured Home Lot Rental Act; retaliatory conduct.
Apr 17, 2024 · Vetoed
Del. Adele Y. McClure · Sponsored
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Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act; Manufactured Home Lot Rental Act; retaliatory conduct prohibited. Adds numerous actions to the list of prohibited retaliatory actions by a landlord against a tenant under the Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act and Manufactured Home Lot Rental Act and specifies actions by a tenant for which a landlord may not retaliate. The bill modifies and expands the list of actions a landlord may take without violating the prohibition on retaliation. The bill allows a tenant, when the landlord has unlawfully retaliated, to recover actual damages and to assert retaliation as a defense in any action brought against him for possession.
The official Virginia LIS record shows the Governor vetoed the measure on April 17, 2024.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses rent, tenant protections, rental assistance, eviction, or the supply and affordability of rental housing. It does not establish an effect on Virginia's median gross rent.
Retained Virginia evidence context: Median gross rent. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act; Manufactured Home Lot Rental Act; retaliatory conduct prohibited. Adds numerous actions to the list of prohibited retaliatory actions by a landlord against a tenant under the Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act and Manufactured Home Lot Rental Act and specifies actions by a tenant for which a landlord may not retaliate. The bill modifies and expands the list of actions a landlord may take without violating the prohibition on retaliation. The bill allows a tenant, when the landlord has unlawfully retaliated, to recover actual damages and to assert retaliation as a defense in any action…
4 proposalsView proposals from Del. Alfonso H. LopezVirginia Legislature · HB 922
County manager plan of government; affordable dwelling unit ordinance.
Jan 30, 2026 · Continued to 2027 in Counties, Cities and Towns (Voice Vote)
Del. Alfonso H. Lopez · Sponsored
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County manager plan of government; affordable dwelling unit ordinance. Increases local authority over affordable housing for counties that have adopted the county manager plan of government (Arlington County) by (i) potentially increasing the cash contribution to the county's affordable housing fund by developers in lieu of providing affordable dwelling units and (ii) providing that applications for a special exception approval for a change of use of an existing building from commercial to residential may be subject to an affordable housing requirement.
The latest official Virginia LIS record shows this action on January 30, 2026: Continued to 2027 in Counties, Cities and Towns (Voice Vote).
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses rent, tenant protections, rental assistance, eviction, or the supply and affordability of rental housing. It does not establish an effect on Virginia's median gross rent.
Retained Virginia evidence context: Median gross rent. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
County manager plan of government; affordable dwelling unit ordinance. Increases local authority over affordable housing for counties that have adopted the county manager plan of government (Arlington County) by (i) potentially increasing the cash contribution to the county's affordable housing fund by developers in lieu of providing affordable dwelling units and (ii) providing that applications for a special exception approval for a change of use of an existing building from commercial to residential may be subject to an affordable housing requirement. A BILL to amend and reenact § 15.2-735.1 of the Code of Virginia, relating to county…
Electric utilities; small portable solar generation devices, local regulation.
Jan 29, 2026 · Incorporated by Labor and Commerce (HB395-Krizek) (Voice Vote)
Del. Alfonso H. Lopez · Sponsored
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Electric utilities; small portable solar generation devices; local regulation; Residential Landlord and Tenant Act. Permits any electric utility customer to own and operate a small portable solar generation device, defined in the bill as a nationally certified, plug-in solar photovoltaic device with a maximum power output of no more than 1,200 watts that is intended primarily to offset part of the customer's electricity consumption. The bill prohibits an investor-owned utility, municipal utility, or electric cooperative from imposing interconnection requirements, charging any fee related to the device, or requiring that the customer obtain the utility's approval before installing or using…
The latest official Virginia LIS record shows this action on January 29, 2026: Incorporated by Labor and Commerce (HB395-Krizek) (Voice Vote).
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses carbon dioxide from electric power, electricity generation, renewable or fossil generation resources, RGGI, storage, or grid supply. It does not establish an effect on Virginia's reported power-sector carbon-dioxide emissions.
Retained Virginia evidence context: Power-sector carbon dioxide emissions. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Electric utilities; small portable solar generation devices; local regulation; Residential Landlord and Tenant Act. Permits any electric utility customer to own and operate a small portable solar generation device, defined in the bill as a nationally certified, plug-in solar photovoltaic device with a maximum power output of no more than 1,200 watts that is intended primarily to offset part of the customer's electricity consumption. The bill prohibits an investor-owned utility, municipal utility, or electric cooperative from imposing interconnection requirements, charging any fee related to the device, or requiring that the customer obtain…
Commonwealth-wide housing needs; Department of Housing and Community Development to study.
Feb 11, 2020 · Left in Rules
Del. Alfonso H. Lopez · Sponsored
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Study; Department of Housing and Community Development; Commonwealth-wide housing needs. Directs the Department of Housing and Community Development to (i) determine the quantity and quality of affordable housing across the Commonwealth, (ii) conduct a review of current programs and policies to determine the effectiveness of current housing policy efforts, (iii) develop an informed projection of future housing needs in the Commonwealth and determine the order of priority of those needs, and (iv) make recommendations for the improvement of housing policy in the Commonwealth.
The latest official Virginia LIS record shows this action on February 11, 2020: Left in Rules.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses rent, tenant protections, rental assistance, eviction, or the supply and affordability of rental housing. It does not establish an effect on Virginia's median gross rent.
Retained Virginia evidence context: Median gross rent. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Study; Department of Housing and Community Development; Commonwealth-wide housing needs. Directs the Department of Housing and Community Development to (i) determine the quantity and quality of affordable housing across the Commonwealth, (ii) conduct a review of current programs and policies to determine the effectiveness of current housing policy efforts, (iii) develop an informed projection of future housing needs in the Commonwealth and determine the order of priority of those needs, and (iv) make recommendations for the improvement of housing policy in the Commonwealth. Requesting the Department of Housing and Community Development to…
Manufactured Home Lot Rental Act; right to rent manufactured home upon eviction.
Feb 4, 2020 · Incorporated by General Laws (HB1249-Torian)
Del. Alfonso H. Lopez · Sponsored
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Manufactured Home Lot Rental Act; right to rent manufactured home upon eviction. Allows a tenant who has been evicted from a manufactured home park to rent the manufactured home. Current law allows such tenant to sell the home or remove the home from the manufactured home park. This bill was incorporated into HB 1249.
The latest official Virginia LIS record shows this action on February 4, 2020: Incorporated by General Laws (HB1249-Torian).
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses rent, tenant protections, rental assistance, eviction, or the supply and affordability of rental housing. It does not establish an effect on Virginia's median gross rent.
Retained Virginia evidence context: Median gross rent. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Manufactured Home Lot Rental Act; right to rent manufactured home upon eviction. Allows a tenant who has been evicted from a manufactured home park to rent the manufactured home. Current law allows such tenant to sell the home or remove the home from the manufactured home park. This bill was incorporated into HB 1249. A BILL to amend and reenact § 55.1-1316 of the Code of Virginia, relating to Manufactured Home Lot Rental Act; right to rent manufactured home upon eviction. 20101899D
3 proposalsView proposals from Del. Atoosa R. ReaserVirginia Legislature · HB 1021
Affordable housing; development of an assisted living facility.
Feb 6, 2026 · Continued to 2027 in Counties, Cities and Towns (Voice Vote)
Del. Atoosa R. Reaser · Sponsored
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Affordable housing; assisted living facilities. Allows localities that have adopted an affordable housing program to require that, in an application for a special exception or special use permit, affordable rental units be included for any proposed development of an assisted living facility.
The latest official Virginia LIS record shows this action on February 6, 2026: Continued to 2027 in Counties, Cities and Towns (Voice Vote).
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses rent, tenant protections, rental assistance, eviction, or the supply and affordability of rental housing. It does not establish an effect on Virginia's median gross rent.
Retained Virginia evidence context: Median gross rent. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Affordable housing; assisted living facilities. Allows localities that have adopted an affordable housing program to require that, in an application for a special exception or special use permit, affordable rental units be included for any proposed development of an assisted living facility. A BILL to amend the Code of Virginia by adding a section numbered 15.2-2305.2, relating to affordable housing; assisted living facilities.
Affordable housing; application for special use permit for assisted living facilities.
Apr 2, 2025 · Vetoed
Del. Atoosa R. Reaser · Sponsored
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Affordable housing; assisted living facilities. Allows localities that have adopted an affordable housing program to negotiate that in an application for a special exception or special use permit affordable rental units be included for any proposed development of an assisted living facility. Such ordinance shall apply to applications approved on or after January 1, 2026.
The official Virginia LIS record shows the Governor vetoed the measure on April 2, 2025.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses rent, tenant protections, rental assistance, eviction, or the supply and affordability of rental housing. It does not establish an effect on Virginia's median gross rent.
Retained Virginia evidence context: Median gross rent. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Affordable housing; assisted living facilities. Allows localities that have adopted an affordable housing program to negotiate that in an application for a special exception or special use permit affordable rental units be included for any proposed development of an assisted living facility. Such ordinance shall apply to applications approved on or after January 1, 2026. An Act to amend the Code of Virginia by adding a section numbered 15.2-2305.2, relating to affordable housing; assisted living facilities.
Affordable housing; assisted living facilities. Allows localities that have adopted an affordable housing program to require that in an application for a special exception or special use permit affordable rental units be included for any proposed development of an assisted living facility. Such ordinance shall apply to newly licensed assisted living facilities and permit applications approved on or after January 1, 2025.
The official Virginia LIS record shows the Governor vetoed the measure on April 17, 2024.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses rent, tenant protections, rental assistance, eviction, or the supply and affordability of rental housing. It does not establish an effect on Virginia's median gross rent.
Retained Virginia evidence context: Median gross rent. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Affordable housing; assisted living facilities. Allows localities that have adopted an affordable housing program to require that in an application for a special exception or special use permit affordable rental units be included for any proposed development of an assisted living facility. Such ordinance shall apply to newly licensed assisted living facilities and permit applications approved on or after January 1, 2025. An Act to amend the Code of Virginia by adding a section numbered 15.2-2305.2, relating to affordable housing; assisted living facilities.
15 proposalsView proposals from Del. Betsy B. CarrVirginia Legislature · HB 806
Industrial development authorities; promoting safe and affordable housing.
Apr 6, 2026 · Enacted · Chapter 221
Del. Betsy B. Carr · Sponsored
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Industrial development authorities; housing. Allows industrial development authorities to exercise their powers with respect to facilities used primarily for single or multi-family residences in order to promote safe and affordable housing in the Commonwealth. Under current law, such powers may be exercised only in a locality where a housing authority has not been activated. The bill also grants industrial development authorities the power to issue bonds associated with the construction of affordable housing.
The official Virginia LIS record shows the measure became law on April 6, 2026 as Chapter 221.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses rent, tenant protections, rental assistance, eviction, or the supply and affordability of rental housing. It does not establish an effect on Virginia's median gross rent.
Retained Virginia evidence context: Median gross rent. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Industrial development authorities; housing. Allows industrial development authorities to exercise their powers with respect to facilities used primarily for single or multi-family residences in order to promote safe and affordable housing in the Commonwealth. Under current law, such powers may be exercised only in a locality where a housing authority has not been activated. The bill also grants industrial development authorities the power to issue bonds associated with the construction of affordable housing. An Act to amend and reenact §§ 15.2-4901 and 15.2-4902 of the Code of Virginia, relating to industrial development authorities…
Zoning for Housing Production Pilot Program; created, affordable dwelling unit policy incentives.
Feb 18, 2026 · Left in Committee Appropriations
Del. Betsy B. Carr · Sponsored
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Zoning for Housing Production Pilot Program created; affordable dwelling unit policy incentives; report. Creates the Zoning for Housing Production Pilot Program to be administered by the Department of Housing and Community Development. To be eligible for a grant from the Program, an eligible locality, as named in the bill, is required to make a change to its zoning policies to allow for by-right development that is expected to further the goal of creating and maintaining mixed-income communities, affordable housing, and moderately priced housing, as those terms are defined in the bill. The Department is required to establish certain guidelines for the Program and to notify eligible…
The latest official Virginia LIS record shows this action on February 18, 2026: Left in Committee Appropriations.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses rent, tenant protections, rental assistance, eviction, or the supply and affordability of rental housing. It does not establish an effect on Virginia's median gross rent.
Retained Virginia evidence context: Median gross rent. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Zoning for Housing Production Pilot Program created; affordable dwelling unit policy incentives; report. Creates the Zoning for Housing Production Pilot Program to be administered by the Department of Housing and Community Development. To be eligible for a grant from the Program, an eligible locality, as named in the bill, is required to make a change to its zoning policies to allow for by-right development that is expected to further the goal of creating and maintaining mixed-income communities, affordable housing, and moderately priced housing, as those terms are defined in the bill. The Department is required to establish certain…
Comprehensive plan; housing development by nonprofit organizations.
Apr 2, 2025 · Enacted · Chapter 653
Del. Betsy B. Carr · Sponsored
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Department of Housing and Community Development; affordable housing; development by nonprofit organizations. Directs the Department of Housing and Community Development to develop a document describing considerations that a locality may consider when implementing an ordinance to stimulate affordable housing and strategies on property owned by a property tax-exempt nonprofit organization. Such document shall be published on the Department's website no later than December 31, 2025.
The official Virginia LIS record shows the measure became law on April 2, 2025 as Chapter 653.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses rent, tenant protections, rental assistance, eviction, or the supply and affordability of rental housing. It does not establish an effect on Virginia's median gross rent.
Retained Virginia evidence context: Median gross rent. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Department of Housing and Community Development; affordable housing; development by nonprofit organizations. Directs the Department of Housing and Community Development to develop a document describing considerations that a locality may consider when implementing an ordinance to stimulate affordable housing and strategies on property owned by a property tax-exempt nonprofit organization. Such document shall be published on the Department's website no later than December 31, 2025. An Act to direct the Department of Housing and Community Development to develop a document describing considerations that a locality may consider when implementing…
Zoning for Housing Production Pilot Program; created, report, sunset.
Feb 17, 2025 · Passed by indefinitely in Finance and Appropriations (13-Y 0-N 1-A)
Del. Betsy B. Carr · Sponsored
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Zoning for Housing Production Pilot Program created; affordable dwelling unit policy incentives; report. Creates the Zoning for Housing Production Pilot Program to be administered by the Department of Housing and Community Development. To be eligible for a grant from the Program, an eligible locality, as named in the bill, is required to make a change to its zoning policies to allow for by-right development that is expected to further the goal of creating and maintaining mixed-income communities, affordable housing, and moderately priced housing, as those terms are defined in the bill. The Department is required to establish certain guidelines for the Program no later than December 31…
The latest official Virginia LIS record shows this action on February 17, 2025: Passed by indefinitely in Finance and Appropriations (13-Y 0-N 1-A).
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses rent, tenant protections, rental assistance, eviction, or the supply and affordability of rental housing. It does not establish an effect on Virginia's median gross rent.
Retained Virginia evidence context: Median gross rent. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Zoning for Housing Production Pilot Program created; affordable dwelling unit policy incentives; report. Creates the Zoning for Housing Production Pilot Program to be administered by the Department of Housing and Community Development. To be eligible for a grant from the Program, an eligible locality, as named in the bill, is required to make a change to its zoning policies to allow for by-right development that is expected to further the goal of creating and maintaining mixed-income communities, affordable housing, and moderately priced housing, as those terms are defined in the bill. The Department is required to establish certain…
Faith in Housing for the Commonwealth Act; construction of affordable housing.
Nov 18, 2024 · Left in General Laws
Del. Betsy B. Carr · Sponsored
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Faith in Housing for the Commonwealth Act. Permits a religious organization, defined in the bill, to construct affordable housing on real estate owned by such religious organization (i) on or before January 1, 2024, or for a period of not less than five years, and (ii) for which the religious organization retains a majority ownership interest.
The latest official Virginia LIS record shows this action on November 18, 2024: Left in General Laws.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses rent, tenant protections, rental assistance, eviction, or the supply and affordability of rental housing. It does not establish an effect on Virginia's median gross rent.
Retained Virginia evidence context: Median gross rent. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Faith in Housing for the Commonwealth Act. Permits a religious organization, defined in the bill, to construct affordable housing on real estate owned by such religious organization (i) on or before January 1, 2024, or for a period of not less than five years, and (ii) for which the religious organization retains a majority ownership interest. A BILL to amend the Code of Virginia by adding in Title 36 a chapter numbered 13, consisting of sections numbered 36-176 and 36-177, relating to Faith in Housing for the Commonwealth Act. 24104730D
Affordable housing; City of Richmond has authority to provide.
Nov 18, 2024 · Left in Counties, Cities and Towns
Del. Betsy B. Carr · Sponsored
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Affordable housing; City of Richmond. Adds the City of Richmond to the list of localities with authority to provide for an affordable housing dwelling unit program.
The latest official Virginia LIS record shows this action on November 18, 2024: Left in Counties, Cities and Towns.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses rent, tenant protections, rental assistance, eviction, or the supply and affordability of rental housing. It does not establish an effect on Virginia's median gross rent.
Retained Virginia evidence context: Median gross rent. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Affordable housing; City of Richmond. Adds the City of Richmond to the list of localities with authority to provide for an affordable housing dwelling unit program. A BILL to amend and reenact § 15.2-2304 of the Code of Virginia, relating to affordable housing dwelling unit ordinances; City of Richmond. 24102665D
Zoning for Housing Production Pilot Program; created, affordable dwelling unit policy incentives.
Mar 9, 2024 · Failed to pass
Del. Betsy B. Carr · Sponsored
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Housing; Zoning for Housing Production Pilot Program created; affordable dwelling unit policy incentives; report. Creates the Zoning for Housing Production Pilot Program to be administered by the Department of Housing and Community Development. To be eligible for a grant from the Program, a locality is required to make a change to its zoning policies to allow for by-right development that is expected to further the goal of creating and maintaining mixed-income communities, affordable housing, and moderately priced housing, as those terms are defined in the bill. The Department of Housing and Community Development is required to establish certain guidelines for the Program and to notify…
The latest official Virginia LIS record shows this action on March 9, 2024: Failed to pass.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses rent, tenant protections, rental assistance, eviction, or the supply and affordability of rental housing. It does not establish an effect on Virginia's median gross rent.
Retained Virginia evidence context: Median gross rent. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Housing; Zoning for Housing Production Pilot Program created; affordable dwelling unit policy incentives; report. Creates the Zoning for Housing Production Pilot Program to be administered by the Department of Housing and Community Development. To be eligible for a grant from the Program, a locality is required to make a change to its zoning policies to allow for by-right development that is expected to further the goal of creating and maintaining mixed-income communities, affordable housing, and moderately priced housing, as those terms are defined in the bill. The Department of Housing and Community Development is required to establish…
Faith in Housing for the Commonwealth Act; construction of affordable housing.
Feb 6, 2024 · Continued to 2025 in General Laws (Voice Vote)
Del. Betsy B. Carr · Sponsored
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Faith in Housing for the Commonwealth Act. Permits a religious organization, defined in the bill, to construct affordable housing on real estate owned by such religious organization (i) on or before January 1, 2024, or for a period of not less than five years, and (ii) for which the religious organization retains a majority ownership interest.
The latest official Virginia LIS record shows this action on February 6, 2024: Continued to 2025 in General Laws (Voice Vote).
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses rent, tenant protections, rental assistance, eviction, or the supply and affordability of rental housing. It does not establish an effect on Virginia's median gross rent.
Retained Virginia evidence context: Median gross rent. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Faith in Housing for the Commonwealth Act. Permits a religious organization, defined in the bill, to construct affordable housing on real estate owned by such religious organization (i) on or before January 1, 2024, or for a period of not less than five years, and (ii) for which the religious organization retains a majority ownership interest. A BILL to amend the Code of Virginia by adding in Title 36 a chapter numbered 13, consisting of sections numbered 36-176 and 36-177, relating to Faith in Housing for the Commonwealth Act. 24104730D
Affordable housing; City of Richmond has authority to provide.
Feb 2, 2024 · Continued to 2025 in Counties, Cities and Towns (Voice Vote)
Del. Betsy B. Carr · Sponsored
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Affordable housing; City of Richmond. Adds the City of Richmond to the list of localities with authority to provide for an affordable housing dwelling unit program.
The latest official Virginia LIS record shows this action on February 2, 2024: Continued to 2025 in Counties, Cities and Towns (Voice Vote).
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses rent, tenant protections, rental assistance, eviction, or the supply and affordability of rental housing. It does not establish an effect on Virginia's median gross rent.
Retained Virginia evidence context: Median gross rent. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Affordable housing; City of Richmond. Adds the City of Richmond to the list of localities with authority to provide for an affordable housing dwelling unit program. A BILL to amend and reenact § 15.2-2304 of the Code of Virginia, relating to affordable housing dwelling unit ordinances; City of Richmond. 24102665D
Affordable housing; amending local zoning ordinance authority.
Feb 7, 2023 · Left in Counties, Cities and Towns
Del. Betsy B. Carr · Sponsored
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Affordable housing; local zoning ordinance authority; comprehensive plan. Authorizes any locality in the Commonwealth to provide for an affordable housing dwelling unit program by amending the zoning ordinance of such locality. Current law restricts such authorization to counties with an urban county executive form of government or county manager plan of government and certain other localities. The bill also requires the comprehensive plan of each locality to show the connection between affordable housing and other needs of its residents, such as job creation, educational opportunities, and parks and recreational activities.
The latest official Virginia LIS record shows this action on February 7, 2023: Left in Counties, Cities and Towns.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses rent, tenant protections, rental assistance, eviction, or the supply and affordability of rental housing. It does not establish an effect on Virginia's median gross rent.
Retained Virginia evidence context: Median gross rent. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Affordable housing; local zoning ordinance authority; comprehensive plan. Authorizes any locality in the Commonwealth to provide for an affordable housing dwelling unit program by amending the zoning ordinance of such locality. Current law restricts such authorization to counties with an urban county executive form of government or county manager plan of government and certain other localities. The bill also requires the comprehensive plan of each locality to show the connection between affordable housing and other needs of its residents, such as job creation, educational opportunities, and parks and recreational activities. A BILL to amend…
Zoning for Housing Production Act; created, sunset provision.
Feb 3, 2023 · Tabled in Appropriations (12-Y 9-N)
Del. Betsy B. Carr · Sponsored
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Housing; creation of the Zoning for Housing Production Act; affordable dwelling unit policy incentives. Creates, within the Department of Housing and Community Development, the Zoning for Housing Production Act, which establishes a special nonreverting fund in the state treasury to be known as the Zoning for Housing Production Fund. The bill requires moneys from the Fund to be awarded as grants to localities by application to the Department for the purpose of creating and maintaining affordable housing in mixed-income communities, defined in the bill. To be eligible for a grant from the Fund, a locality is required to make a change to such locality's zoning ordinance in accordance with the…
The latest official Virginia LIS record shows this action on February 3, 2023: Tabled in Appropriations (12-Y 9-N).
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses rent, tenant protections, rental assistance, eviction, or the supply and affordability of rental housing. It does not establish an effect on Virginia's median gross rent.
Retained Virginia evidence context: Median gross rent. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Housing; creation of the Zoning for Housing Production Act; affordable dwelling unit policy incentives. Creates, within the Department of Housing and Community Development, the Zoning for Housing Production Act, which establishes a special nonreverting fund in the state treasury to be known as the Zoning for Housing Production Fund. The bill requires moneys from the Fund to be awarded as grants to localities by application to the Department for the purpose of creating and maintaining affordable housing in mixed-income communities, defined in the bill. To be eligible for a grant from the Fund, a locality is required to make a change to such…
Industrial Development and Revenue Bond Act; affordable housing grants.
Apr 11, 2022 · Enacted · Chapter 489
Del. Betsy B. Carr · Sponsored
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Industrial Development and Revenue Bond Act; legislative intent; affordable housing grants. Authorizes an industrial development authority to make grants associated with the construction of affordable housing in order to promote safe and affordable housing in the Commonwealth and to benefit thereby the safety, health, welfare, and prosperity of the inhabitants of the Commonwealth.
The official Virginia LIS record shows the measure became law on April 11, 2022 as Chapter 489.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses rent, tenant protections, rental assistance, eviction, or the supply and affordability of rental housing. It does not establish an effect on Virginia's median gross rent.
Retained Virginia evidence context: Median gross rent. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Industrial Development and Revenue Bond Act; legislative intent; affordable housing grants. Authorizes an industrial development authority to make grants associated with the construction of affordable housing in order to promote safe and affordable housing in the Commonwealth and to benefit thereby the safety, health, welfare, and prosperity of the inhabitants of the Commonwealth. An Act to amend and reenact § 15.2-4901 of the Code of Virginia, relating to Industrial Development and Revenue Bond Act; legislative intent; affordable housing grants.
Affordable housing; certain localities allowed to adopt dwelling unit ordinances.
Mar 4, 2020 · Enacted · Chapter 143
Del. Betsy B. Carr · Sponsored
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Affordable housing dwelling unit ordinances. Allows certain localities to adopt affordable housing dwelling unit ordinances. The governing body of any locality, other than localities to which certain current affordable housing provisions apply, may by amendment to the zoning ordinances of such locality provide for an affordable housing dwelling unit program. Such program shall address housing needs, promote a full range of housing choices, and encourage the construction and continued existence of housing affordable to low-and-moderate-income citizens by providing for increases in density to the applicant in exchange for the applicant's voluntarily electing to provide such affordable…
The official Virginia LIS record shows the measure became law on March 4, 2020 as Chapter 143.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses rent, tenant protections, rental assistance, eviction, or the supply and affordability of rental housing. It does not establish an effect on Virginia's median gross rent.
Retained Virginia evidence context: Median gross rent. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Affordable housing dwelling unit ordinances. Allows certain localities to adopt affordable housing dwelling unit ordinances. The governing body of any locality, other than localities to which certain current affordable housing provisions apply, may by amendment to the zoning ordinances of such locality provide for an affordable housing dwelling unit program. Such program shall address housing needs, promote a full range of housing choices, and encourage the construction and continued existence of housing affordable to low-and-moderate-income citizens by providing for increases in density to the applicant in exchange for the applicant's…
Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act; rental agreement, provisions made applicable by law.
Feb 13, 2019 · Enacted · Chapter 5
Del. Betsy B. Carr · Sponsored
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Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act; rental agreement; provisions made applicable by operation of law. Requires a landlord to offer the tenant a written rental agreement containing the terms governing the rental of the dwelling unit and setting forth the terms and conditions of the landlord tenant relationship. The bill provides that in the event a written rental agreement is not offered by the landlord, a rental tenancy shall be deemed to exist by operation of law and establishes the terms and conditions of that tenancy. This bill is a recommendation of the Virginia Housing Commission. This bill is identical to SB 1676.
The official Virginia LIS record shows the measure became law on February 13, 2019 as Chapter 5.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses rent, tenant protections, rental assistance, eviction, or the supply and affordability of rental housing. It does not establish an effect on Virginia's median gross rent.
Retained Virginia evidence context: Median gross rent. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act; rental agreement; provisions made applicable by operation of law. Requires a landlord to offer the tenant a written rental agreement containing the terms governing the rental of the dwelling unit and setting forth the terms and conditions of the landlord tenant relationship. The bill provides that in the event a written rental agreement is not offered by the landlord, a rental tenancy shall be deemed to exist by operation of law and establishes the terms and conditions of that tenancy. This bill is a recommendation of the Virginia Housing Commission. This bill is identical to SB 1676. An Act to…
Affordable housing; City of Richmond added to list with authority to provide dwelling unit program.
Feb 5, 2019 · Left in Counties, Cities and Towns
Del. Betsy B. Carr · Sponsored
FactVote reviewed summary
Affordable housing; City of Richmond. Adds the City of Richmond to the list of localities with authority to provide for an affordable housing dwelling unit program.
The latest official Virginia LIS record shows this action on February 5, 2019: Left in Counties, Cities and Towns.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses rent, tenant protections, rental assistance, eviction, or the supply and affordability of rental housing. It does not establish an effect on Virginia's median gross rent.
Retained Virginia evidence context: Median gross rent. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Affordable housing; City of Richmond. Adds the City of Richmond to the list of localities with authority to provide for an affordable housing dwelling unit program. A BILL to amend and reenact § 15.2-2304 of the Code of Virginia, relating to affordable housing; City of Richmond. 19101221D
2 proposalsView proposals from Del. Bonita G. AnthonyVirginia Legislature · HB 2047
Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act; algorithmic pricing devices, report.
Feb 5, 2025 · Left in General Laws
Del. Bonita G. Anthony · Sponsored
FactVote reviewed summary
Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act; algorithmic pricing devices; study; report. Prohibits a landlord from, for the purpose of advising the landlord of the amount of rent to charge a prospective tenant for the occupancy of a dwelling unit, using, incorporating, or training an algorithmic pricing device, defined in the bill, to restrain the rental housing market in ways that constitute an unfair method of competition. The bill grants a tenant with a reasonable belief that his landlord has violated the prohibition an opportunity to file a written complaint with the Office of the Algorithmic Rent Pricing Ombudsman, created in the bill, or to bring an action against his landlord. The…
The latest official Virginia LIS record shows this action on February 5, 2025: Left in General Laws.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses rent, tenant protections, rental assistance, eviction, or the supply and affordability of rental housing. It does not establish an effect on Virginia's median gross rent.
Retained Virginia evidence context: Median gross rent. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act; algorithmic pricing devices; study; report. Prohibits a landlord from, for the purpose of advising the landlord of the amount of rent to charge a prospective tenant for the occupancy of a dwelling unit, using, incorporating, or training an algorithmic pricing device, defined in the bill, to restrain the rental housing market in ways that constitute an unfair method of competition. The bill grants a tenant with a reasonable belief that his landlord has violated the prohibition an opportunity to file a written complaint with the Office of the Algorithmic Rent Pricing Ombudsman, created in the bill…
VA Residential Landlord and Tenant Act, etc.; definitions, notice of tenant screening criteria.
May 17, 2024 · Vetoed
Del. Bonita G. Anthony · Sponsored
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Department of Housing and Community Development; Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act; Manufactured Home Lot Rental Act; notice of tenant screening criteria. Requires landlords governed by the Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act or Manufactured Home Lot Rental Act to provide applicants for tenancy with (i) the amount and purpose of fees to be charged to such applicant, (ii) information that will be used to assess such applicant's eligibility for tenancy, and (iii) any criteria that may result in automatic denial of an application. The bill requires such landlords to notify applicants of certain rights protected by the federal Fair Credit Reporting Act if the landlord takes…
The official Virginia LIS record shows the Governor vetoed the measure on May 17, 2024.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses rent, tenant protections, rental assistance, eviction, or the supply and affordability of rental housing. It does not establish an effect on Virginia's median gross rent.
Retained Virginia evidence context: Median gross rent. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Department of Housing and Community Development; Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act; Manufactured Home Lot Rental Act; notice of tenant screening criteria. Requires landlords governed by the Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act or Manufactured Home Lot Rental Act to provide applicants for tenancy with (i) the amount and purpose of fees to be charged to such applicant, (ii) information that will be used to assess such applicant's eligibility for tenancy, and (iii) any criteria that may result in automatic denial of an application. The bill requires such landlords to notify applicants of certain rights protected by the…
2 proposalsView proposals from Del. Briana D. SewellVirginia Legislature · HB 1879
Department of Housing and Community Development; rental assistance pilot program.
Feb 4, 2025 · Left in Appropriations
Del. Briana D. Sewell · Sponsored
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Department of Housing and Community Development; rental assistance pilot program. Establishes the rental assistance pilot program within the Department of Housing and Community Development for the purpose of providing monthly rental assistance to qualifying households, as defined by the bill. The bill directs the Department to submit an annual report to the General Assembly on the implementation and impact of the rental assistance program. The bill has an expiration date of July 1, 2028.
The latest official Virginia LIS record shows this action on February 4, 2025: Left in Appropriations.
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses rent, tenant protections, rental assistance, eviction, or the supply and affordability of rental housing. It does not establish an effect on Virginia's median gross rent.
Retained Virginia evidence context: Median gross rent. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Department of Housing and Community Development; rental assistance pilot program. Establishes the rental assistance pilot program within the Department of Housing and Community Development for the purpose of providing monthly rental assistance to qualifying households, as defined by the bill. The bill directs the Department to submit an annual report to the General Assembly on the implementation and impact of the rental assistance program. The bill has an expiration date of July 1, 2028. A BILL to amend the Code of Virginia by adding in Chapter 8 of Title 36 a section numbered 36-140.02, relating to Department of Housing and Community…
Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act; units occupied by elderly tenants.
Feb 6, 2024 · Stricken from docket by General Laws (20-Y 0-N)
Del. Briana D. Sewell · Sponsored
FactVote reviewed summary
Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act; units occupied by elderly tenants; rent stabilization allowance. Allows any locality to adopt rent stabilization provisions to prohibit any landlord, defined in the bill, from increasing the rent on any unit in which an elderly tenant, defined in the bill, resides by an amount that exceeds such locality's rent stabilization allowance. The bill defines "rent stabilization allowance" as the percentage increase in the Consumer Price Index, for the region in which the locality sits, from March in the preceding year to March in the current year, plus two percent. Finally, the bill requires any rent stabilization ordinance to include a procedure by…
The latest official Virginia LIS record shows this action on February 6, 2024: Stricken from docket by General Laws (20-Y 0-N).
Why this record is included
The official record directly addresses rent, tenant protections, rental assistance, eviction, or the supply and affordability of rental housing. It does not establish an effect on Virginia's median gross rent.
Retained Virginia evidence context: Median gross rent. This record’s connection to the topic does not establish an effect on the measured result.
Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act; units occupied by elderly tenants; rent stabilization allowance. Allows any locality to adopt rent stabilization provisions to prohibit any landlord, defined in the bill, from increasing the rent on any unit in which an elderly tenant, defined in the bill, resides by an amount that exceeds such locality's rent stabilization allowance. The bill defines "rent stabilization allowance" as the percentage increase in the Consumer Price Index, for the region in which the locality sits, from March in the preceding year to March in the current year, plus two percent. Finally, the bill requires any rent…
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