Advocating for abundant housing in Virginia.

Watch and share our video about why Statewide Zoning for Mission Driven Housing is so important to Virginia’s future!


About us

The Commonwealth Housing Coalition is an advocacy coalition of allied organizations from across Virginia, all working together to advocate for common-sense, bipartisan legislation that ensures all Virginians have access to an affordable home.

We support building more homes close to jobs and businesses, legalizing accessory dwelling units (aka “granny flats”), and building more family-size apartment buildings across the state. We also believe that churches and religious organizations should be allowed to build affordable housing on their property through a streamlined zoning process, allowing them to fulfill their mission in and for the communities they serve.

Coalition Members

2025 Legislation!

Statewide Zoning for Mission Driven Housing - (SB 1351)

Allow Housing Near Jobs (SB 839)

Allow Accessory Dwelling Units (HB 1832 / SB 932)

Learn More: Statewide Zoning for Mission Driven Housing

Across Virginia, at least 30 faith groups have tried to build housing, but fewer than half have succeeded due to these obstacles. Faith institutions collectively own more than 74,000 acres - nearly twice the size of Richmond - and can play a crucial role in addressing the housing crisis if given the chance. Learn more here.