In a recent session held on October 1, 2024, the Manassas Park Governing Body debated an amendment to the Park Center development contract, allowing the construction of 110 residential apartments before an initially planned office building. This decision represents a significant shift from the original development agreement, adapting to the altered landscape of office space demand due to increased remote work.
The original contract stipulated the construction of an office building before any residential developments could commence. However, citing financial and market constraints, including difficulties securing loans for office space development, the city is now poised to prioritize residential construction.