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Williamsburg Today
By the People, for the People
Williamsburg City Council Discusses Off-Campus Housing Program
City officials provide more details on proposed initiative to improve student living conditions.
Published on Feb. 10, 2026
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The Williamsburg City Council held another work session to discuss a program aimed at improving off-campus housing for local students. Tevya Griffin, the city's planning and codes compliance director, led the presentation and provided more details on the proposed initiative as it nears a potential vote.
Why it matters
The off-campus housing program is an important issue for the city, which has grappled with concerns over the quality and safety of student living conditions in neighborhoods surrounding the College of William & Mary. Improving these conditions could have a positive impact on both students and the broader community.
The details
Griffin's presentation focused on the key components of the proposed program, which is designed to establish standards and inspections for off-campus rental properties. The goal is to ensure these homes and apartments meet basic health and safety requirements.
- The Williamsburg City Council discussed the off-campus housing program at a work session on Monday, February 10, 2026.
- A potential vote on the program is expected in the near future.
The players
Tevya Griffin
The city's planning and codes compliance director, who led the presentation on the off-campus housing program.
Williamsburg City Council
The local governing body that is considering the proposed off-campus housing initiative.
College of William & Mary
The university whose off-campus student housing is a focus of the city's program.
What’s next
The Williamsburg City Council is expected to vote on the off-campus housing program in the coming weeks.
The takeaway
The city's efforts to improve the quality and safety of off-campus student housing reflect an ongoing challenge faced by many college towns, as they work to balance the needs of students, landlords, and the broader community.
