Fairfax Development Tracker: What Is Proposed, Approved and Under Construction
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Quick Answer: What Is Being Built in Fairfax City?
Last updated November 1, 2026 (Courthouse Plaza)
Quick answer: as of October 2026, the City of Fairfax lists one large Old Town project as approved (the Davies Property, up to 276 apartments), one under review that the Planning Commission recommended for approval on October 26, 2026, with a City Council hearing December 8 (Courthouse Plaza, two phases of 315 apartments each plus retail), three early concepts that City Council saw on September 1, 2026 (Circle Gateway, Northfax West Phase IV and the Mosby Building conversion), and Breezeway and earlier Northfax West phases under construction. Three adopted small area plans, for Northfax, Kamp Washington and Fairfax Circle, guide what comes next.
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Fairfax City Project Status (October 2026)
| Project | What is proposed | Status and latest date |
|---|---|---|
| Davies Property 4131 Chain Bridge Rd | Up to 276 apartments, 6,608 sq. ft. retail, 4,188 sq. ft. office, 424 parking spaces on 2.69 acres | Approved. Listed as approved |
| Courthouse Plaza 10300 Willard Way and 3922 Blenheim Blvd | Phase 1: 315 apartments, 12,500 sq. ft. retail. Phase 2: 315 apartments, 50,000 sq. ft. retail | Under review. Planning Commission held its hearing Oct. 26, 2026 and recommended approval; City Council hearing Dec. 8, 2026 |
| Circle Gateway 3250 Blenheim Blvd | Up to 261 apartments, 16,530 sq. ft. commercial, 11 stories, on the former Lotte Plaza and 7-Eleven site | Proposal (pre-application). City Council briefing Sept. 1, 2026 |
| Northfax West Phase IV 3570 Chain Bridge Rd | Up to 350 homes, up to 7,000 sq. ft. commercial, about 450 parking spaces | Proposal (pre-application). City Council briefing Sept. 1, 2026 |
| Northfax West (earlier phases) | Townhouses and a senior living building approved in 2020 | Under construction. City project page |
| The Mosby Building 10560 Main St | Office-to-residential conversion, 107 apartments plus ground-floor live-work units | Proposal (pre-application). City Council briefing Sept. 1, 2026 |
| Breezeway (Pulte Homes) 10829 Fairfax Blvd and nearby lots | 40 townhomes, 20 two-over-two condos, 8,000 to 10,010 sq. ft. commercial | Under construction. Council public hearings Jan. and Mar. 2022 |
| 3541 Chain Bridge Rd | 29 townhomes, 8 two-over-twos, 2,730 sq. ft. retail | Proposal (pre-application). Pre-application briefing, 2026 |
Statuses change. Before you rely on any line above, open the project’s page on the City’s Projects directory or the Development Review Map.
The Plans Behind the Projects
- Northfax Small Area Plan (approved June 23, 2020): a new, environmentally focused identity tied to the nearby woods and Accotink Creek, a linear park along Orchard Street (now Northfax Street) that crosses Chain Bridge Road, and a trail connecting walkers and cyclists to George Mason University and Old Town via University Drive. The City updates an implementation guide each year.
- Kamp Washington Small Area Plan (approved October 25, 2022): placemaking through urban design, walkable streets and open space, with better transitions from the commercial corridor to nearby neighborhoods.
- Fairfax Circle Small Area Plan (adopted July 23, 2024): a mixed-use village around the City’s eastern gateway. It followed the 2021 A New Vision for Fairfax Circle study of the intersection itself.
- Old Town Small Area Plan: the framework for the Davies Property and Courthouse Plaza proposals at the edge of Old Town.
The Local Debate: Growth vs. Old Town’s Scale
Most of these projects sit where the City’s plans ask for more homes and walkable retail: Northfax, Fairfax Circle and the edges of Old Town. Supporters point to new housing choices, more foot traffic for local businesses and a livelier downtown. Others worry about height, traffic and Old Town’s small-scale character. The September 2026 Council sessions showed both sides, with pushback on Circle Gateway’s 11 stories and questions about keeping room for small-business offices in the Mosby Building.
How to Read a Status Label
- Proposal (pre-application): a concept shown to the Planning Commission and City Council for feedback. Nothing is approved and the plan often changes.
- Under review: a formal application is filed and public hearings are ahead.
- Approved: City Council has approved the application. Timing still depends on the developer, and details can be revised.
- Under construction: work is under way on site.
Buying next to one of these sites? Read the latest staff report and approved plan on the City’s project page rather than a rendering, and ask Nikki to pull what is on file for the parcels around the home.
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Fairfax Development FAQ
What is Circle Gateway in Fairfax?
Circle Gateway is an early proposal to replace two commercial buildings at 3250 Blenheim Boulevard, near Fairfax Circle, with up to 261 apartments and 16,530 square feet of ground-floor commercial space in an 11-story building. City Council held a briefing on September 1, 2026. It has not been approved.
Is the Courthouse Plaza redevelopment approved?
Not yet. The Planning Commission held its public hearing on October 26, 2026 and recommended approval of the rezoning and master development plan. The final decision rests with City Council, whose public hearing is scheduled for December 8, 2026.
What is planned for the Davies Property in Old Town Fairfax?
The City lists the Davies Property at 4131 Chain Bridge Road as approved for up to 276 apartments, about 6,600 square feet of retail, about 4,200 square feet of office space and 424 structured parking spaces.
Is the Mosby Building being converted to apartments?
It is a proposal. In September 2026, City Council reviewed an early concept to convert the seven-story office building at 10560 Main Street into 107 apartments plus ground-floor live-work units. No approval has been granted.
What is the Northfax Small Area Plan?
City Council approved the Northfax Small Area Plan on June 23, 2020. It guides redevelopment around Fairfax Boulevard and Chain Bridge Road, including a linear park along Orchard Street, now Northfax Street, and a trail linking Northfax to George Mason University and Old Town via University Drive.
Where can I check the status of a Fairfax City development project?
The City of Fairfax Projects page lists each private development with its status, dates, staff reports and meeting videos, and the City’s Development Review Map shows project locations and application status from 2012 to the present.
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Sources
Sources (last updated October 2026): City of Fairfax Projects directory; Circle Gateway; Courthouse Plaza; Davies Property; Breezeway; Northfax Concept Phase IV; The Mosby Building; Northfax Small Area Plan; Kamp Washington Small Area Plan; Fairfax Circle Small Area Plan; Engage Fairfax: A New Vision for Fairfax Circle; FFXnow: Council previews three proposals (Sept. 11, 2026); Patch: Council pushes back on Circle Gateway. Photo: Fairfax historic district by Slowking4, CC BY-SA 3.0.
