Gov.-elect Tim Kaine will clash with real estate development interests ? the state's most generous political giver ? to ensure that land use reforms be adopted as part of his transportation package."Hey, I'm a lover, not a fighter, but I am very glad to engage in that dialogue, civil disagreement of opinion or battle at any point along the spectrum because I believe it is in the best interest of Virginia and that industry," Kaine told journalists at the fourth annual AP Day at the Capital.
Allowing localities greater ability to control development and to coordinate their zoning decisions is a major facet of the transportation plans Kaine will emphasize when he takes office on Jan. 14.
Developers gave generously to both campaigns - good to see that our next governor will keep his promise rather than be beholden to one of Virginia's most powerful special interest.