END of Decade
DEMO UPDATE

END of Decade
DEMO UPDATE

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Preservation Arlington has tracked demolition permits since Octboer 2013 and added date back to the start of 2009. These are just permits for the complete demolition of a home and not for “major renovations” which often resulted in near complete demolition of homes. We also have tracked from the time permits were applied for as most all are approved at some point and the application point more accurately reflects market demand. Since 2009 a total of 1,627 single family homes…

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LOST: December 2019

LOST: December 2019

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In December 2019, a total of seven demolition permits were applied for in Arlington County. In comparison most Decembers are also slow, but this was the slowest. In December 2018 12; December 2017 9; December 2016 was 10; December 2015 was 10; December 2014 was 15; and December 2013 was 11. All are for single family homes. An interesting component this month is that several of the homes are owned by people who have owned them for several years. Only…

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LOST: November 2019

LOST: November 2019

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In November 2019, a total of twenty-five (25) demolition permits were applied for in Arlington County. In November 2018 there were 13; 2017, there were only 8 permits; 2016 was 28 (although only 15 were for single family homes); November 2015 was 17; November 2014 was 19; and November 2013 was 23.. And, of the twenty-five permits, almost all, 23, are for single family homes. Four of the demolitions (Jackson Street and 20th Street South) are County-owned properties which are…

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For Sale: 1900’s in Glencarlyn

For Sale: 1900’s in Glencarlyn

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One of Arlington’s oldest neighborhoods, Glencarlyn has many beautiful restored older homes. This is an opportunity to purchase an older home and restore it to your liking. The home retains many original features from hardwood flooring, door, door handles, to possibly original exterior siding. It is being sold “AS IS”. The 4 BR home at 5608 1st Street South is listed for $749,999, click here, for the listing and more details. Glencarlyn is a National Register Historic District, click here…

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For Sale: 1880’s in Penrose

For Sale: 1880’s in Penrose

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Arlington does not have a large inventory of homes from the 19th Century. And few of them make it to the market. This one is in good shape and has been well maintained. In the pictures you see many of the old features of the house — hardwood floors and doors. While other parts of the house are modernized. Located at 2813 2nd Street South, it is 3 BR, 3 BA and listed at $869,900. It is open December 15…

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LOST: October 2019

LOST: October 2019

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In October 2019, a total of fifteen (15) demolition permits were applied for in Arlington County. In comparison, October 2018 was 19; October 2017 was 24; October 2016 was 12; October 2015 was 10; October 2014 was 18 and October 2013 was 27. And, of the fifteen permits, only eleven are for single family homes. The other permits are for a commercial building and for two former education buildings. One permit is a reissue of one from this summer. All…

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LOST: September 2019

LOST: September 2019

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In September 2019, a total of eleven (11) demolition permits were applied for in Arlington County. In comparison, September 2018 was 14; September 2017 was 19; September 2016 was 16; September 2015 was 19; and September 2014 was 21. And, of the eleven permits, only nine are for single family homes. The other permits are for a commercial building and a garage. As usual, the majority (8) are in North Arlington. Four are speculative developments. Three are located in the…

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Time Capsule Mystery

Time Capsule Mystery

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In the news this week has been information about a time capsule installed inside a Ballston building. ARLNow covered it and began to ask the questions about who and why, click for their coverage. Preservation Arlington has found information which answers some questions but asks new ones. A June 1988 article in the Washington Post talks about what will be in the time capsule and when it will be dedicated. But it mentions an essay and historical collectibles contest, but…

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LOST: AUGUST 2019

LOST: AUGUST 2019

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In August 2019, a total of twenty one (21) demolition permits were applied for in Arlington County. This is the highest number for August in the past five years. As August 2018 was 10; August 2017 was 15; August 2016 was 19; August 2015 was 14; and, August 2014 was 8. This August 18 of the homes are in North Arlington and two were in South Arlington. Three are located in the Lyon Village National Register Historic District: 3162 21st…

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Upcoming Hearing:
HALRB, August 21

Upcoming Hearing:
HALRB, August 21

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The August meeting of the HALRB (Historical Affairs and Landmark Review Board) will begin at 7:30 PM on Wednesday, August 21. The Agenda includes: COA Consent Agenda for: 2904 22nd Street North to replace three (3) windows and to convert a wall penetration with A/C unit back into a window in the basement of a contributing dwelling in the Maywood Historic District. 3610 22nd Street North to replace three (3) windows in the non-historic kitchen addition of a contributing dwelling…

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