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DAAR Calls for Housing That is Affordable

October 27, 2017

On October 16, 2017, Loudoun County’s Board of Supervisors hosted a Housing Summit to discuss the issue of housing affordability in Loudoun County. Brenda Morton, DAAR’s Government Affairs Manager, spoke about the need for affordable and workforce housing. She also offered practical solutions that could help the county address this important issue. “Affordable and workforce […]

Are you Election Ready? In-Person Absentee Voting Begins 9/22

September 22, 2017

On Tuesday, November 7th, a General Election will be held at all precincts in Loudoun County. On the ballot will be candidates for Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, and Members of the House of Delegates. Loudoun County also has two bond questions and the towns of Leesburg and Round Hill have special elections for a […]

RPAC Announces 2017 Endorsements for Local Virginia General Assembly Candidates

September 21, 2017

The Virginia REALTORS® Political Action Committee (RPAC) announced its endorsements for local candidates running for the Virginia House of Delegates on November 7, 2017. RPAC supports legislators and candidates who support maintaining a healthy real estate environment. These candidates are chosen by REALTORS® based on the candidates’ views on real estate-related issues. RPAC promotes the REALTOR® Party […]

DAAR Plays Key Role in Development of Housing Policy for Loudoun

August 22, 2017

Loudoun County’s Comprehensive Plan Stakeholders Committee increased their attention on housing by establishing a subcommittee solely focused on developing information and proposals on county-wide housing policies. Lars Henriksen, DAAR’s representative to the stakeholders committee, was selected along with seven other stakeholders to serve on the housing subcommittee. They will work with county staff to develop […]

Need to Know: Loudoun Changes Temporary Sign Rules; New State Law Addresses HOA’s Treatment of Signs

August 8, 2017

Over the past few months, there have been several changes made to rules pertaining to the placement of temporary signs on private property in Loudoun County and the treatment of real estate signs by Property Owners Association (POA) or Condo Owners Association (COA) in the state of Virginia. Temporary Signs on Private Property in Loudoun County […]

What Change Do You Want to See in Loudoun?

June 1, 2017

Calling ALL DAAR Members – We need you to raise your REALTOR® voices! This is your chance to make sure Loudoun County officials hear from REALTORS® as they develop a new comprehensive plan. The County’s Envision the Future Workshops will be held in June and we need each of you to attend at least one […]

Help Envision the Future of Loudoun County

May 10, 2017

Here’s another chance to have your voice heard – join us in helping develop the road map for Loudoun County! Loudoun County is reaching out to the public to get ideas and input to help create a new comprehensive plan. The “Envision the Future” workshops will be held in June and the County needs to […]

Loudoun’s Silver Line Plan Rolls Ahead

April 25, 2017

The Development Plan Goes to the Board The County’s plan for developing areas around the future Silver Line Metrorail stations is moving forward. On May 10, 2017, the Board of Supervisors is scheduled to review the draft Silver Line Comprehensive Plan Amendment (the Plan). The Dulles Area Association of REALTORS® (DAAR) eagerly anticipates action by […]

Know the Rules: Real Estate Signs – Permits, Placement & Penalties – Thursday, 4/20

March 15, 2017

FLYER – 2017 SIGN ORDINANCE FORUMJoin us for our Sign Ordinance Forum on Thursday, April 20th, 10-11:30, DAAR, Ashburn. Learn about the VREB’s print advertising requirements and receive an overview of Loudoun County’s sign ordinance, permitting procedures, and rules governing placement. Featured speakers include: Charles Fincher, Esquire;- Partner/Counsel,Fincher Law Firm Marsha Keim, Zoning Permit and Proffer Permit […]