Bonus Density

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Bonus Density refers to a provision in a locality's zoning ordinance that allows for additional residential density in exchange for providing one or more benefits to the locality. For instance, Albemarle County allows for this to occur with affordable housing. [1]


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Examples

Approved

Applications currently under review

  • Berkmar Overlook: This is a proposed 71-unit development in Albemarle County that would exceed the by-right zoning by getting additional density for providing affordable units and for agreeing to preserve a certain percentage of existing trees on the site
  • Greenfield Terrace


References

  1. Web. City to ask legislature for ability to require development of low-income units, Sean Tubbs, News Article, Charlottesville Tomorrow, Charlottesville, Virginia, November 19, 2017, retrieved March 31, 2019.