Arlington County Board Meetings – December 2025
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Published on December 06, 2025
The Arlington County Board will consider and act on several items at its Regular, Recessed, and Carry Over County Board Meetings. The Regular meeting will be held on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. The Recessed Meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at 1:30 p.m.The Carry Over Meeting will be held on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.
At the December 16, Recessed Meeting, Chair Takis Karantonis will be sworn into the Arlington County Board. this swearing-in will take place in the county Board room at 6PM,is available to the public,and will be followed by a reception at 6:45PM in the atrium.
These meetings are open to the public. Please visit the County website for details on speaking at a County Board Meeting.
Virtual participation options are available to the public through Microsoft Teams. If you are sick, please consider watching the meeting’s live webcast or cable broadcast or participating virtually via Microsoft Teams.
Comment on Agenda Items and Speak at the Meeting
please send your written comments on agenda items to the County Board at CountyBoard@arlingtonva.us. All comments received by the Board are made part of the public record and are before the Board members as they consider items.
If you wish to comment during the Public Comment period at the start of the Regular Hearing or on a Regular Public Hearing item, please register in advance on the County Board website, where you can also find more details on public participation in virtual Board Meetings, or call the Board Office at 703-228-3130 from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m., Monday-Friday. Online Registration opens once the agenda for the meeting is posted, approximately one week before the meeting. In-person registration is also available on the day of the meetings.
Watch it Live
All County Board meetings are live-streamed on the County website, YouTube, and broadcast live on Arlington TV, the County’s cable channel, with live captioning on Comcast 25 & 1073 (HD) and Verizon FiOS 39 & 40.Videos of Board meetings are archived on the County website (with captions and staff reports) and on YouTube.
Saturday, December 13, 2025 – Regular County Board Meeting
Items 40A-C – Riverhouse Neighborhood Advancement Project
The Board will also consider and act on several items related to the Riverhouse Neighborhood – Development Project.
Item 40A proposes a rezoning, Phased Development Site Plan (PDSP) and several associated items to allow existing and infill development in accordance with the Pentagon City Sector Plan on the RiverHouse site (1111 Army Navy Drive, 1400 S. Joyce St., and 1600 S. Joyce St.) totaling up to 4,466 new residential dwellings units and up to 19,923 Sq. Ft of non-residential gross floor area. The PDSP includes four (4) final site plans.
Arlington County Proposes Updates to Sign Regulations
Arlington County, Virginia, is proposing amendments to its sign regulations to provide greater flexibility for businesses and support neighborhood branding initiatives. These changes, part of the ongoing Commercial Market Resiliency Initiative (CMRI), aim to modernize the county’s regulatory framework and respond to evolving economic conditions. the proposed updates were discussed at a recessed County Board meeting on December 16, 2025.
Publication Date: 2025/12/06 16:00:36
background: The Commercial Market Resiliency Initiative (CMRI)
The CMRI is a strategic effort to update arlington County’s regulations to better support the local economy and encourage placemaking. Recognizing shifts in the commercial landscape, the county initiated this initiative to ensure its rules remain relevant and conducive to business success. This phase of amendments focuses specifically on sign regulations, building upon previous updates. You can find more information about the CMRI here.
Proposed Amendments: Key Changes
The proposed amendments focus on providing additional allowances and flexibility for various sign types. While specific details are still being finalized, the core objectives include:
- Increased Flexibility: Allowing for more diverse sign options to enhance business visibility.
- Neighborhood Branding: Supporting the creation of unique neighborhood identities through signage.
- Placemaking Efforts: Facilitating signage that contributes to a stronger sense of place and community.
Specific Areas of Focus
The amendments are expected to address regulations related to:
- Temporary Signs: Easing restrictions on temporary signage used for events or promotions.
- Window Signage: Providing more latitude for businesses to utilize window space for advertising.
- Monument Signs: Adjusting regulations for monument signs to allow for greater design flexibility.
- Branding Elements: Allowing for the incorporation of branding elements into signage to create a more cohesive visual identity.
Why These Changes Matter
Outdated sign regulations can hinder business growth and stifle community identity. By modernizing these rules, Arlington County aims to:
- Support Local Businesses: Provide businesses with the tools they need to attract customers and thrive.
- Enhance the Customer experience: Create a more visually appealing and informative environment for shoppers and visitors.
- Strengthen Community Identity: Foster a stronger sense of place and community pride through distinctive signage.
Next Steps
The proposed amendments were discussed at the December 16, 2025, recessed County Board meeting. Further public input and review are anticipated before the amendments are finalized and adopted. Residents and businesses are encouraged to stay informed and participate in the process. Information on upcoming meetings and opportunities for public comment can be found on the Arlington County website.
Key Takeaways
- Arlington County is updating its sign regulations as part of the Commercial Market Resiliency Initiative.
- The proposed amendments aim to provide greater flexibility for businesses and support neighborhood branding.
- Key areas of focus include temporary signs, window signage, monument signs, and branding elements.
- The changes are intended to support local businesses, enhance the customer experience, and strengthen community identity.