Arlington Comprehensive Plan Update Adopted 3-17-2015 | Page 128

Future Development Areas

and biking, preserves green space and
natural areas, and spurs economic
development. Several areas in
Arlington have been identified as good
candidates for mixed-use development
and allowances for this type of
development in these areas have
been built into current development
regulations. In addition, there are
some major commercial intersections
in central and east Arlington that can
capitalize on this type of development.

Arlington requires a balance and
variety of land uses, which can
be accomplished through the
development of different types
of activity centers supported
by the surrounding residential
neighborhoods. A diversity of land
use patterns provides opportunities
for development to occur either
as new projects or as part of the
redevelopment of existing areas.
New Development
Single family development is and
will continue to be the predominant
residence of choice in Arlington.
However, increasing the diversity and
density of housing styles will lead
toward an enhanced fiscal and physical
environment.
Mixed-use neighborhoods often
include housing with offices, retail, and
civic uses. This type of neighborhood
promotes an efficient use of land
and infrastructure, promotes fiscal
responsibility, encourages walking

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