The Virginia General Assembly passed legislation that would make it easier for faith communities to convert under-utilized property into affordable housing. The legislation, sometimes referred to as "Yes in God's Backyard," would allow localities to allow property tax-exempt nonprofits, including religious organizations, to build multi-family, affordable housing on their land without requiring rezoning. The bill also includes measures to streamline the approval process for affordable housing projects, which could help speed up the process. The bills can now be amended or vetoed by the governor.