Department of Parks and Recreation
Comprehensive Planning
 | Land Acquisition and Preservation Policy (LAPP) The purpose of the Land Acquisition & Preservation Policy is to establish clear goals, criteria and strategies for the acquisition and preservation of public space for purposes of public recreation, natural resources protection and environmental sustainability. Join us on May 3 or May 6 to learn more about Arlington County’s process to develop a Land Acquisition and Preservation Policy. Read more |
 | Natural Resources Management Plan (NRMP) For more than two years a dedicated team of Arlingtonians have been putting together a plan to preserve nature in Arlington. Their plan defines natural resource problems and recommends policies and actions to preserve Arlington's documented natural resources for future generations. Read the Natural Resources Management Plan (9.50 MB PDF). You can also download a PowerPoint presentation (338 MB PPT with audio) on the Natural Heritage Resource Inventory that was performed to determine the types of significant natural resources found in Arlington County, or download the PDF version of the presentation (104 MB PDF without audio), and read the audio narration (64 KB PDF). |
 | Public Art Master Plan (PAMP) The Public Art Master Plan is a supporting document to the County's Public Space Master Plan. This plan considers the County's parks and public spaces, streets and transportation systems, and public and community facilities as just some of the opportunities for enrichment through public art. Read more |
 | Public Spaces Master Plan (PSMP) The PSMP is a planning document that identifies the major public space needs of the community. It is one of eight critical components of the County's Comprehensive Plan. The themes and recommendations provide a framework to guide the stewardship of Arlington's precious public spaces for future generations to enjoy. Read more |
 | Urban Forest Master Plan (UFMP) The Urban Forest Master Plan will consist of a street tree inventory and an analysis of the entire forest canopy. Tree maintenance and planting needs will then be identified. The plan will extend beyond county planting and pruning schedules to include a variety of long-term goals, strategies and priorities that address tree canopy in a comprehensive, systematic manner. Read more |
 | Wildlife of Arlington Did you know that Arlington County doesn't have any four-legged skunks within its boundaries, but we do have awe-inspiring bald eagles. These are just some of the amazing facts you can learn from the recently published Wildlife of Arlington: A Natural Resource Heritage Technical Report (1.25 MB PDF). It took more than three years to inventory our critters, with countless volunteers and staff traipsing the landscape. The inventory was initiated in response to recommendations made within the Public Spaces Master Plan and its findings helped staff develop the Natural Resources Management Plan (9.50 MB PDF). |
