 Arlington is considering the adoption of an impervious area limit in lower density, residentially zoned areas. Despite Arlington’s existing lot coverage and stormwater management regulations, impervious area is increasing Countywide, especially in residential areas. Impervious area increases the risk of flooding and extreme heat, which are the two most dangerous weather threats facing Arlington today. Limiting impervious area can improve stormwater management and create more space for trees.
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 Register for the Rain Garden Workshop (virtual and in-person options available).
Saturday, Feb. 28 | 9:30 a.m. -12:00 p.m.
Lubber Run Community Center
(300 N Park Drive)
This workshop is a partnership between the Northern Virginia Regional Commission, Northern Virginia Soil & Water Conservation District and Arlington County.
 The Plant Nova Natives website offers user-friendly resources to help you choose native species suited for your property and available at local nurseries. You can find a guide to local native species, a list of local businesses that supply natives and links to organizations that will come to your property and offer customized landscaping recommendations.
 Arlington County and EcoAction Arlington launched GetGreen Arlington, an app aimed at making sustainable-living accessible and engaging.
Developed in partnership and funded through a Northern Virginia Smart Region Initiative grant from Smart City Works, the app features interactive climate action challenges, personalized tips to reduce carbon footprints and local community engagement opportunities.
Download GetGreen Arlington in the App Store or Google Play.
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