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Legislative/Govt. Affairs

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For those interested in advocating for the profession and educating legislators on the value an architect brings to the table
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About Us

The Legislative and Government Affairs Committee serves as a nexus between local governments and AIA NoVA for the Northern Virginia region. The committee also endeavors to build relationships with allied professional associations on matters pertaining to policies and professional development. The Committee’s focus includes: legislative policies affecting architecture and planning; local government processes involving jurisdictional review of projects (permits, project entitlement and future planning goals); the advent of emerging technology that could influence the profession to ascertain if regulations are needed; and, opportunities to partner with local governments on areas of mutual interest.

Our Leadership

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Jeremy Mack, AIA

2025 Chair

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05/21/2025

AIA Northern Virginia Architecture Month – 2025 Recap

AIA Northern Virginia celebrated Architecture Month during April and we’re happy to report that it was very successful*, with several sold out events. Our committees led a full slate of programs, setting up design tours, sketching workshops, and lectures to engage the many audiences we serve. Our annual celebration of all things Architecture in Northern Virginia kicked off with an
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05/21/2025

Help Us Celebrate Those Who Make a Difference

The AIA NoVA Honors & Nominations Committee is now accepting nominations for our 2025 chapter Honor Awards. We invite you to help us recognize the individuals, partners, and organizations who shape our profession and contribute to our community. Each year, we celebrate contributions across a variety of categories, including: Nominations are easy. All we need is the name of an
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05/21/2025

AIA NoVA Architect Returns to the 2025 Venice Biennale of Architecture 

The 19th International Architecture Exhibition, Intelligens. Natural. Artificial. Collective., curated by Carlo Ratti and produced by La Biennale di Venezia, is open to the public now through Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025, at the Giardini, the Arsenale, and various locations across Venice. The Exhibition searches for a path forward, proposing that intelligent solutions to pressing problems can take many forms. It
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