Arlington County Board Regular Meeting | April 18, 2026

The Arlington County Board held its regular meeting on April 18, 2026, where a significant portion of the discussion focused on the redevelopment of the 3130 Langston Boulevard site, also known as the Walgreens site. The board considered a general land use plan amendment, rezoning, and site plan approval for a 13-story mixed-use building with 300 residential units, including 19 committed affordable housing units, ground floor retail, and associated community benefits such as stormwater management, public space, and transportation improvements. The project received unanimous support from the Planning Commission, Housing Commission, and Transportation Commission, though community members and civic associations expressed concerns about transportation safety, building height, density, and stormwater management. The board discussed ongoing and planned transportation safety studies and improvements along Langston Boulevard, emphasizing the need for expedited safety audits and corridor studies. The board approved the land use plan amendment, rezoning, site plan, and easement vacations to facilitate the redevelopment. Additionally, the board deferred action on a site plan amendment for townhouse units at 2134 North Taylor Street to the next meeting. The meeting also included approval of a consent agenda covering various minor site plan amendments, use permits, ordinance amendments, and grant awards, including $80,000 in community grants for the Green Valley neighborhood. The board encouraged public participation in upcoming elections and emphasized ongoing efforts to address community concerns and infrastructure needs.