AIRE Newsletter
 The Arlington Initiative to Rethink Energy (AIRE) newsletter empowers subscribers with energy tips and informational events aimed at making Arlington a more sustainable community.
Recent News
Updated Green Building Incentive Policy (GBIP) Adopted by County Board
On December 13, 2025, the Arlington County Board adopted the amendment to the County’s Green Building Incentive Policy (GBIP) for Site Plans to evaluate special exception site plan requests for bonus density under the Arlington County Zoning Ordinance section 15.5.9.C. For more information regarding the adopted policy, please reference the following links:
The GBIP was effective immediately upon adoption on December 13, 2025. Site plan project applications submitted to the County Manager before March 31, 2026, may continue to use the 2020 version of the GBIP. Site plan project applications submitted on or after March 31, 2026, must use the updated policy and associated criteria. Visit our GBIP webpage for more information.
Further communications and education on the GBIP will be forthcoming in the new year.
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Energy Tip
New Year, New Energy Resolutions
Virginia Energy Sense, a program of the State Corporation Commission, shares how homeowners and renters can save energy in the new year. Whether your goal is a lower energy bill or a more energy-efficient home throughout the winter months, this educational program offers resources on energy-saving products, DIY audits and more. Explore energy saving tips.
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