County Board Approves Metropolitan Park Phase 6

[ 0 ] July 21, 2016 | AHCA

On July 16, the Arlington County Board approved the Phase 6 site plan for the Metropolitan Park development in Pentagon City. Developer Vornado plans a new apartment building with of 577 units and 9,665 square feet of ground floor retail space.

The building will incorporate multiple rooflines with a maximum height of 22 stories. The community will gain three new open space areas, including the completion of the Metropolitan Park Central Park, a public courtyard open space and an enhanced streetscape treatment along S. Eads Street.

“We have seen previous phases of Metropolitan Park transform this area of Pentagon City from warehouses and parking lots to a vibrant, walkable place,” said County Board Chair Libby Garvey. “We look forward to its completion with the construction of Phase 6 and are particularly excited to see the completion of its Central Park for all to enjoy.”

The Board voted 5-0 to approve the site plan and PDSP (Phased Development Site Plan) amendment.

To read the staff report on this project, visit the County website. Scroll to item No. 53 on the Agenda for the Sat., July 16 County Board Meeting.