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In this issue, find out the latest news on Missing Middle, Plan Langston Boulevard, and Barcroft Apartments!
** Missing Middle News & Resources
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As we look toward the end of the third phase ([link removed]) of the Missing Middle Housing study, there are still opportunities to engage and show your support! We anticipate the County Board will vote as soon as December.
Read Letters by Missing Middle Supporters ([link removed])
Send Your Own Message of Support to the Board ([link removed])
** Missing Middle Housing Engagement Opportunities
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This fall, the Arlington County Board is hosting three Information Sessions (and has already hosted 11 Community Conversations) regarding Missing Middle Housing.
Note: All 11 Community Conversations are now full. However, all three Information Sessions are virtual with open attendance and are being archived on the County YouTube page ([link removed]) .
All three Information Sessions featuring subject matter experts:
* Wednesday, September 14 • 7:00 PM: Housing Development and Economics [ARCHIVED ([link removed]) here]
* Wednesday, September 28 • 7:00 PM: Zoning & Planning Policy
* Wednesday, October 12 • 7:00 PM: Planning for Growth
View a one-page overview ([link removed]) of the Phase 2 Draft Framework and read the County Board's guidance to staff ([link removed]) for developing draft zoning text and General Land Use Plan amendments for consideration by the County Board as early as December.
Join a Session ([link removed])
** Missing Middle Yard Signs are Still Available!
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Want to show your support for Missing Middle with one of our yard signs? Visit our yard sign page ([link removed]) to submit your request.
Looking for resources on Missing Middle to read, watch, and share?
Visit MissingMiddleArlington.net ([link removed]) !
** Other Housing News
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** Engagement Opportunity: County Releases the Preliminary Concept Plan for Langston Boulevard
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Arlington County has shared the Preliminary Concept Plan ([link removed]) (PCP) for the Langston Boulevard corridor. Affordable housing advocates can:
* Attend an upcoming in-person design studio ([link removed])
* Provide your input via a new feedback form ([link removed]) to help refine the planning ideas proposed in the PCP
* Express concern that the PCP falls well short of the 2,500 affordable units promised for the Langston Boulevard corridor in the County's 2015 Affordable Housing Master Plan
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** What's Next for the Barcroft Apartments?
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The draft Master Financing and Development Plan for the Barcroft Apartments is expected to be presented to the County Board in October. Feedback opportunities for the public will follow, resulting in Board action in Spring 2023.
AHS has endorsed the Call to Action to the Board from Arlington Community Foundation ([link removed]) . We have asked that they commit to preserving the 30% AMI units at Barcroft Apartments as part of new owner Jair Lynch's upcoming Master Finance and Development Plan.
Read FAQs on the Barcroft Redevelopment ([link removed])
** Upcoming Events
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** Live in Arlington Information Fair
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Saturday, October 22 • 11 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Want to learn about affordable housing and other services in Arlington? This event will provide Arlington tenants with information, education, and referrals regarding home buying, renting, health information, affordable housing, and other aspects of housing rentals.
The fair will be held in person at the Walter Reed Community Center.
Learn More ([link removed])
** Join an AHS Group
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Become a member of the Alliance for Housing Solutions community on the platform Mobilize.io to learn, share ideas, and be part of policy discussions. We currently offer the following groups:
** Housing Action Arlington ([link removed])
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This coalition of housing and service providers and advocates meets monthly to share information, plan strategies, and advocate on a range of housing issues in Arlington. Join here ([link removed])
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** Missing Middle Network ([link removed])
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Join a group of people committed to increasing the diversity of options and price points of housing in Arlington. Join here ([link removed])
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** Accessory Dwelling Discussion Group ([link removed])
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In this group, homeowners, architects, and realtors ask questions, share best practices, and provide support for those interested in developing accessory dwellings. Join here ([link removed])
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