Another big month for building projects in Alexandria; $75M is in sight for 2020 Alexandria has experienced a surge of activity in all kinds of building projects, from new homes and additions to apartment complexes and government buildings. Written By: Al Edenloff | × Excavating work took place Wednesday, Dec. 16 at the site of a new 80-unit apartment building at 1873 10th Ave. E., across from Woodland Elementary School. (Al Edenloff / Echo Press) One bright spot during the dark days of COVID-19: Building. Alexandria has experienced a surge of activity in all kinds of building projects, from new homes and additions to apartment complexes and government buildings.