COURTHOUSE SQUARE PLANNING & URBAN DESIGN STUDY

COURTHOUSE SQUARE PLANNING & URBAN DESIGN STUDY Executive Summary A summary of staff recommendations to guide the Courthouse Sector Plan Addendum update. Draft: December 5, 2014

Contents Study Purpose 4 County Board Charge Project Team Study Area 5 Study Elements 6 Analysis 7 Civic Engagement 8 Process + Participation Communication + Outreach Shared Vision Guiding Principles Concept Plan 12 Overview: The Big Ideas Recommendations Circulation Circulation: Garage Level (G-1) Open Space Building Location + Height Building Use Cultural Resources Sustainability Appendix A Expanded Recommendations & Comments Matrix Appendix B Executive Summary Presentation About this Document This Executive Summary articulates the fundamental elements and recommendations for the forthcoming Courthouse Sector Plan Addendum. The conceptual ideas, described through text, maps and illustrations, will provide a framework of ideas and policy guidance that will serve as the foundation for the 2015 Addendum. Additional information, documents and process updates can be found on the County s website: sites.arlingtonva.us/courthouse. Executive Summary - DRAFT 3

Study Purpose The purpose of the Courthouse Square Planning & Urban Design Study is to reimagine the County s civic center and create a great public destination. Using a community-based process, the goal is to update the vision outlined in the 1993 Courthouse Sector Plan Addendum, which identified a stateof-the-art government center and signature public space as critical to the area s development. This Study will result in a conceptual plan and policy recommendations that will provide a refined vision for Arlington s future government center and serve as the basis for an addendum to the Courthouse Sector Plan. County Board Charge The County Board established the Study s Working Group on October 22, 2013 and charged the members to collaborate with staff, serve as a forum for discussion and provide advice throughout the staff-led Study. The Charge outlines the County Board s intention to enhance the Courthouse Metro Station Area as the County s premier government center, including County government offices and a significant public open space. Elements within the study s scope include circulation and parking, open space, building use, building location and design, cultural resources and sustainability. The Working Group is not expected to make specific recommendations on capital costs or operational or financial decisions related to the County Government. Project Team Arlington County s Department of Community Planning, Housing & Development leads the planning and urban design team. The staff members are supported by a consultant team led by Cooper Robertson & Partners. Collaborating departments include Environmental Services, Parks & Recreation and Arlington Economic Development. All members of the community were invited to participate through hands-on workshops, surveys and feedback opportunities throughout the process. More than 1,000 residents have been actively engaged in the process thus far. Working Group The Working Group met 15 times between December 2013 and November 2014. Working Group members were selected by the County Board and represent various stakeholder and community groups: Nancy Iacomini Jaime Areizaga-Soto Janel Brattland Patricia Darneille Kenneth Fulton Evelyn Gee Jon Kinney Peter Owen Loria Porcaro William Ross Leonardo Sarli Gabriel Thoumi Planning Commission Representative and Working Group Chairman Transportation Commission Representative Colonial Village Civic Association Representative Radnor/Ft. Myer Heights Civic Association Representative Clarendon-Courthouse Civic Association Representative Citizen s Advisory Commission on Housing Representative At-large Business Community Representative At-large Community Member Representative Lyon Village Civic Association Representative Parks and Recreation Commission Representative Commission for the Arts Representative Environment and Energy Conservation Commission Representative 4 Courthouse Square Planning & Urban Design Study

Study Area The Study Area encompasses approximately 10 acres, centrally located within the Courthouse Metro Station Area. The existing properties are a mixture of privately-owned and County-owned buildings, public streets and public and private open spaces. Four civic associations are located within the Study Area boundary: Lyon Village, Colonial Village, Radnor/Ft. Myer Heights, and Clarendon-Courthouse. Study Area Boundary N Veitch Veitch St St Clarendon Blvd vdd Strayer Block Landmark Block Courthouse Tower 15th St N Detention Center Blvd Courthouse Plaza Courthouse Rd Courthouse Rd AMC Theater Court Square West Judicial Center 14th St N 14th St N N Veitch Veitch St St Verizon Plaza Thomas Building Executive Summary - DRAFT 5

Study Elements Specific planning and urban design elements to be addressed by the Working Group were defined in the County Board s Charge. These same elements were used by the planning team to organize their analysis, civic engagement activities and proposed concept ideas. Circulation Address the overall pedestrian, bicycle and vehicular circulation network, as well as connections to the surrounding neighborhood. Define objectives to guide the future development of a detailed parking program, taking into consideration existing parking supply and demand. Open Space Define the location and use of a public open space that will be an integral component of the County s government center. Building Location, Design and Use Determine the location, height, and density of buildings in the Study Area. Incorporate the consideration of a future County office building that includes 300-400,000 sq. ft. and an appropriate floor plate. Determine the uses of public and private buildings in the Study Area, including the types of public resources (if any) in addition to government offices that would be best fit to the site. Affordable Housing Consider opportunities within new development sites for affordable housing. The County is committed to maximizing the number of affordable units to address the widest range of household incomes, consistent with current County housing policies and the future recommendations of the Affordable Housing Working Group. Provide specific affordable housing recommendations and strategies while maintaining a balance among a number of County priorities. Cultural Resources Evaluate the treatment of cultural resources, including historic buildings, the Memorial and Mothers trees, public art, and a potential cultural facility. Sustainability Incorporate sustainability, including building and landscape technologies, district energy, and an integrated energy master plan. 6 Courthouse Square Planning & Urban Design Study

Analysis The Study Area is well served by transit with five entrances to the Court House Metrorail Station, four bus stops and a taxi stand, however the Metro access is surrounded by heavy vehicular traffic. Pedestrian pathways are not consistent in material, condition or functionality. The main thoroughfares of Wilson & Clarendon Boulevards create several difficult points of access from the north edge where there is the heaviest vehicular, bike and pedestrian traffic. Several parks and public plazas are within a 10 minute walking radius of the Metro station. They are diverse in scale and use. The central open space of the Study Area is currently over 70% asphalt and has one of the lowest percentages of tree canopy coverage along the Rosslyn-Ballston Corridor. The built environment is defined by several larger buildings that surround the parking lot, ranging from 180-210 in height. A number of smaller, mid-20th century buildings are located on the Landmark Block. Ground floor frontages around the Square do not provide active uses. This is unlike the adjacent areas of influence along Wilson & Clarendon Boulevards to the north and within Courthouse Plaza to the west. Detailed analysis information, reports and presentations are available on the project website at sites.arlingtonva.us/courthouse. Transportation and Street Networks Building Heights Parks and Open Space Underground Transportation Executive Summary - DRAFT 7

Civic Engagement Process + Participation The Study s process was centered around extensive civic engagement and a robust dialogue with the Arlington community. Successful outreach efforts constructively and creatively engaged more than 1,000 community members in the process to reimagine the future of Courthouse Square. 1 Analysis Our process kicked-off with a charge from the County Board that defined our purpose and objectives. We used data, research and analysis to lay the foundation for a well-informed, effective community process. Web Survey 2 Discovery Our next steps heightened public participation with the first community workshop and survey. We welcomed a wide spectrum of participants to gain an understanding of their viewpoints, priorities, concerns and aspirations. WG #5 3 Design Exploration Building on what we learned, information was synthesized into a list of design principles that guided our design approach. We narrowed the initial field of ideas by sketching scenarios, assessing their impact and digging deeper into conversations with subject matter experts and community stakeholders. Web Survey 4 Big Ideas Through our work in analysis, discovery and exploration, the field of ideas narrowed. We created three design concepts that captured our collective big ideas and are presenting them as a kit-of-parts for broad, public input. WG #11 WG #12 5 Shared Vision Feedback on the big ideas will be the basis of a preferred concept in the form of a Draft Sector Plan Addendum. Further study will include reviews with commissions and stakeholders to refine the recommendations. Our civic engagement process will result in a shared vision that reflects our unified aspirations and transforms our civic center. Future steps beyond envision, will begin to activate and implement the square. Detailed studies on topics such as phasing, traffic and environment will be required. We will continue to partner with the community as we carry our vision forward. e from y Board er 2013 Community Workshop March 2014 Community Workshop April 2014 Community Workshop July 2014 Community Open House Fall 2014 Presentation to County Board Winter 2015 WG #1 WG WG #2 #3 WG #4 WG #6 WG WG #7 #8 WG #9 WG #10 you are here Three hands-on community workshops, two interactive surveys and ongoing feedback channels throughout the process allowed for two-way communication with the community about the process, the ideas and the challenges. Community Workshop #1 March 26, 2014 Community Workshop #2 April 23, 2014 Community Workshop #3 July 23, 2014 Survey #1 Open online April 2 - April 14, 2014 Design Concepts Survey Open at Workshop #3 and online July 29 - August 11, 2014 WG #13 WG #14 Design Concepts Survey Results Envision Courthouse Square is a study that will update the vision outlined in the 1993 Courthouse Sector Plan Addendum, which called for a state-of-the-art government center and signature public space. The planning process is centered around extensive civic engagement. Together with the Arlington community, we are reimagining our future shared space. About the Survey At the third community workshop, and through a parallel online survey, the community was asked to weigh in on three draft design concepts (A, B and C). Each concept was derived from the input collected during the first two workshops, Working Group meetings and extensive site analysis. A list 15 big ideas varied across the design concepts and participants were asked to indicate their preferred variation. Survey participants were also invited to provide comments on the design concepts and core ideas to advance. To view detailed presentations of the three concepts and complete survey data, visit the project s website at sites.arlingtonva.us/courthouse. The feedback collected will be used by the design team to determine the right mix of design elements and test their feasibility. The goal is to create a single, synthesized plan that carries our shared vision forward. 64 = workshop submissions 581 online 645 survey entries submissions What we heard about CIRCULATION + OPEN SPACE: Remember Arlington needs open space for future generations to enjoy. Push the envelope as wide as possible. C A 41% prefer outdoor garden rooms B C A 64% prefer to relocate the entry to the elevator C B A 56% prefer a covered promenade B A mix of flexible space and parklike space with a tree canopy would be better than either alone. Develop the square with a balance of green lawn and trees for shade with hardscape for events. (Shared Street) Need more of these in Arlington...especially around high-activity zones like farmers market, metro stop. Focus on people more than cars. 1. Open Space Type 2. Farmer s Market - Green space with outdoor rooms - Maintain the current market that acommodates pedestrian and relocate to the future N. movement across the area Uhle St. promenade - Formal and informal gathering areas - Allow flexibility for an - Large tree canopy and shade expanded, permanent market structure on the square to - Design for a variety of multiseasonal programmed and accommodate future needs impromptu uses 3. Main Metro Entrance 4. 15th Street North - Relocate the main Metro entrance - Reconfigure as a to Courthouse Plaza near 15th managed, shared street that Street N. to provide for a landmark accommodates multi-modal presence, a multi-modal connection traffic and creates a comfortable C and direct access and arrival onto pedestrian environment the square - Use alternative design and - Use existing Metro tunnel system paving materials to signify the Courthouse Square district and - Retails 15th St. N. nature of the street 5. N. Uhle St. - North Segment 6. N. Uhle St. - South Segment - Active, walkable, engaging space - Pedestrian promenade with occasional emergency vehicular - Lighting and design elements access and loading/unloading animate the space and make it feel for special events. welcoming and safe C - Flexible and open spaces for - Consider phasing, short distance of markets and events buildings, access and loading - On axis with existing north section of N. Uhle St., helps define rectilinear open space AUGUST 2014 Connectivity in the street grid needs to be maintained. C 39% prefer a popup market and building B A 43% prefer a shared street B A 43% prefer a pedestrian path B A 48% 80% of survey participants of survey participants live in Arlington work in Arlington 39 different neighborhoods participated C 65% prefer a gateway treatment B 7. N. Veitch St./ 14th St. N. 8. 14th St. N. - Accommodate loading and access - Reconfigure as a curbless, for buildings shared street A - Improved and re-graded gateway - Accommodates all modes C treatment - Maintains street network and - Accessibility and access for all users slows traffic - Paving design can complement hardscapes within the square 40% prefer a gateway treatment B A 8 Courthouse Square Planning & Urban Design Study

Communication + Outreach Updates on outreach events, outcomes and project documents were continuously available and shared through the project website, social media, news releases and e-newsletters. County and local media coverage in newspapers, magazines, blogs and television programs were excellent resources for keeping Arlingtonians current on the study s progress. In addition to engaging the general public, the planning team met with key subject matter experts and stakeholders to seek feedback during the process. A series of meetings with commissions, committees and civic associations provided focused conversations on specific topics: Economic Development Commission Housing Commission Historical Affairs and Landmark Review Board Environment and Energy Commission Parks and Recreation Commission Arts Commission Urban Forestry Commission Transportation Commission Planning Commission Transit Advisory Committee Bicycle Advisory Committee Pedestrian Advisory Committee Long Range Planning Committee Lyon Village Civic Association Clarendon-Courthouse Civic Association Colonial Village Civic Association Radnor/Ft. Myer Heights Civic Association Executive Summary - DRAFT 9

Vision The shared community vision for Courthouse Square balances the viewpoints, priorities and ambitions of a wide spectrum of participants. Input from the entire Arlington community was critical to create a vision suited for the County s new civic center and premier public space. These unified aspirations are the foundation for Courthouse Square s future. Courthouse Square will be: The civic and cultural heart of Arlington. A gathering place for Arlingtonians and visitors. An opportunity for entertainment and activities. A premier address for new development. A place that offers a variety of experiences for the visitor, resident, and worker. A flexible design that is adaptable to future needs and aspirations. Innovative and technologically savvy. Timeless and simple. Sustainable and environmentally friendly. Where the revolution begins. 10 Courthouse Square Planning & Urban Design Study

Guiding Principles Guiding Design Principles emerged through a collaboration between the Working Group and staff. These principles were informed by the community through the civic engagement process and are intended to provide overarching guidance for the conceptual development of future open space, buildings, circulation, cultural resources, and sustainability elements in the framework plan. 1. Establish an identity for the square: Courthouse Square is for everyone. 2. Create an attractive, accessible, and inclusive public space that accommodates and encourages civic discourse, and County identity. 3. Connect pedestrian circulation of Courthouse Square to improve public transit access. 4. Encourage optimal use of streets to achieve an active public realm with safe pedestrian passage. 5. Incorporate sustainability best practices throughout all aspects of the development, with particular attention paid to energy and stormwater management in line with Arlington County s policies. Identify opportunities for efficiencies from district level energy production. 6. Accommodate public and County parking needs through means that add value to the Courthouse Square area. 7. Preserve significant views both into and out of Courthouse Square. 8. Use existing topography to celebrate the plateau, ease pedestrian movements, and create a cohesive experience of the threedimensional opportunities of the site. 9. Maximize the opportunity to create active frontage on Courthouse Square and the surrounding area. 10. Build on the existing activities of Courthouse Square to foster 18 hour a day use throughout the week. 11. Create opportunities and infrastructure for public entertainment, public discourse, performance, and community gathering. 12. Celebrate Courthouse Square s rich history by integrating relevant existing historic and historical elements into new design concepts. Executive Summary - DRAFT 11

URTHOUSE Courthouse SQUARE Square DRAFT Concept CONCEPT Plan PLAN REVISED 11/19/14 N. VEITCH STREET WILSON BLVD T CLARENDON BLVD WILSON BLVD 13.5K SF 8 STORIES/ 107 TALL CAFE/ TRANSIT CANOPY 1 STORY 1.5 K SF 15 TALL W/ BEACON FEATURE 2100 CLARENDON RAIN GARDEN 31.3K SF/ 13 STORIES (DOWN TO MEZZ. LEVEL 157 TALL FOLLY STAIRS/UP TO WASH. MONUMENT VIEW/ SPEAKERS CORNER PLATFORM RESIDENTIAL 47.6K SF/ 21 STORIES 210 TALL FT 22 9 8 MIXED USE: MAX 190 TALL 234 210 METRO ARRIVAL COUNTY BUILDING/ CULTURAL/ ENTERTAINMENT MAX 180 TALL 7 2 9 PROMENADE T N. UHLE STREET 236 234 PROMENADE 4 234 MIXED USE: MAX 210 TALL 1 MEMORIAL RAMBLE CIVIC, CULTURAL, AND/OR MARKET 3 3 5 N. COURTHOUSE RD 234 CLARENDON BLVD 21.5K SF/ 11 STORIES 158 TALL 15TH STREET DETENTION CENTER 31.3K SF/ 11 STORIES 148 TALL JUDICIAL CENTER 26K SF/ 14 STORIES 191 TALL 14TH STREET 22 206 DEVELOPMENT/ RECREATIONAL/ CULTURAL/ ENTERTAINMENT: MAX 120 TALL 9 6 COURT SQUARE EAST 15K SF/ 8 STORIES 84 TALL N. WAYNE STREET N. VEITCH STREET RESIDENTIAL 36K SF/ 19 STORIES/ 190 TALL GOVERNMENT BUILDING FUTURE DEVELOPMENT STUDY AREA 40.7K SF/ 10 STORIES/ 153 TALL 35K SF/ 10 STORIES/ 129 TALL 218 N. COURTHOUSE RD HOTEL 14.7K SF 8 STORIES 77 TALL 12 Courthouse Square Planning & Urban Design Study

Concept Plan Overview: The Big Ideas The Courthouse Square Concept Plan incorporates nine big ideas, or key elements, that are the foundation for an urban design framework where placemaking is a primary goal and the shared community vision for Courthouse Square can be realized. Subsequent plan recommendations in the areas of Circulation, Open Space, Buildings, Cultural Resources and Sustainability support these big ideas and complete the urban design framework. 1. 21st Century Civic Square The future Courthouse Square will be a network of interconnected open spaces that can support a wide variety of existing and future events. The Square will be the heart of Arlington and serve as a primary gathering space and activity center for the community. A new parking garage below the current surface parking lot will accommodate parking needs for existing and future uses in Courthouse Square. 2. Central Metro Access Multi-modal transit accessibility is a major theme for the concept plan. A new, centrally-located Metro access point will provide a welcoming entrance and serve as a highly visible landmark for residents, workers and visitors. 3. Shared Streets The Square will be surrounded by diverse, walkable streetscapes that are the fundamental elements of vibrant placemaking. Shared streets within Courthouse Square will help connect open spaces to the buildings and pedestrian activities in the area. 15th Street N. and 14th Street N. are envisioned as shared streets that are uniquely designed to accommodate vehicles and transit, while providing priority to pedestrians and promoting safety. 4. Courthouse Square Promenade The extension of a key pedestrian connection between Wilson Boulevard and 14th Street N. will create a vibrant promenade and connect the Square both physically and visually to activities on Wilson and Clarendon Boulevards, Metro, quality open spaces, County facilities, local businesses and surrounding neighborhoods. The promenade, which will be predominantly hardscape and tree-lined, will serve as an extension of the open spaces and is an ideal location for strolling, browsing, farmer s market stalls and participating in community events. 5. South Square Activity Zone The South Square Activity Zone is in a prominent location and is adjacent to 14th Street N., the future County building and the Judicial Center. Its prime location can accommodate a variety of community uses, such as an expanded farmer s market, events and the opportunity for a vibrant civic, cultural or entertainment presence. 6. Verizon Plaza Redevelopment The existing Verizon Plaza has seen little use in the last several years due to its design, shadows and location. This plan realizes the plaza site as a new development that will contribute to and further the goals of Courthouse Square and help activate 14th Street N. and the Square with potential cultural, residential or office uses. 7. County Building A key charge for the Study was to examine the future location and building massing for a County administration building. The location of the County building adjacent to the promenade, Metro plaza and 14th Street N., and on axis with the Judicial Center, provides a prominent and dignified location with entrances located on the plaza and Square. 8. Enhanced Pedestrian Connection at N. Veitch Street and 14th Street N. An improved connection to Courthouse Plaza from the south will ease and enrich the pedestrian experience in an area with topographical challenges. This connection will be accessible to all and include elevator access, stairs and/or escalators. The arrival point will connect with the Veitch Street terrace, a proposed element in the open space network. 9. Cultural and Civic Facilities Cultural and civic facilities would enliven and enrich the Courthouse Square experience and create a destination. A number of locations within Courthouse Square could accommodate cultural uses ranging from a museum to a performing arts venue and civic uses such as a symbolic County administration building. Executive Summary - DRAFT 13

Circulation Plan M 1.10 1.5 M 1.11 1.6 1.8 1.2 M 1.1 M 1.3 1.7 1.9 1.10 1.4 1.11 KE Y: PRIMARY ST. M E PRIMERY ST. METRO ENTRY PARKING ACCESS LOADING ACCESS SHARED ST. BUS STATION BIKE STATION BIKE LANE ALTERNATE PARKING ENTRY I 50 100 200 ft 14 Courthouse Square Planning & Urban Design Study

Circulation Recommendations 1.1 Metro Entrance Relocate to existing elevator on the Square. 1.2 1.2 15th Street N. Create a shared street that prioritizes pedestrians. Design with distinct materials, widened sidewalks and seamless paving transitions except at transit boarding area. 1.3 N. Courthouse Road Reconfigure street to better serve bicycle traffic. Increase pedestrian safety with traffic calming measures and enhanced crossing at Judicial Center. Maintain access point to area from Arlington Boulevard. 1.4 14th Street N. Create a shared street that prioritizes pedestrians. Design with distinct materials, widened sidewalks and seamless paving transitions except between N. Veitch and N. Uhle Streets. Enhance pedestrian connection with promenade. 1.4 1.5 Clarendon & Wilson Boulevards Reconfigure street to improve the pedestrian experience: widen sidewalks; improve pedestrian crossings. 1.6 N. Uhle Street Between Clarendon Boulevard & 15th Street N. Create a curbless pedestrian promenade; use special paving. Limit vehicular activity except for emergency vehicles, access for events and servicing of retail and restaurants. Integrate flexible street furniture to enliven retail elements. 1.6 1.7 N. Uhle Street Between 15th Street N. & 14th Street N. Create a curbless pedestrian promenade; use special paving. Limit vehicular activity except for emergency vehicles, access for events and servicing of retail and restaurants. 1 1.8 Transit Locate transit services on 15th St. N. and Wilson/Clarendon Blvds. Include potential transit shelter and services into plaza kiosk. 1.9 Parking Design parking garage in close collaboration with open space. 1.7 1.10 Pedestrian Enhance existing pedestrian amenities. Increase pedestrian entryways, access points and pathways. 1.11 Bicycle Enhance existing bicycle amenities and pathways. Connect to Arlington Boulevard trail. Add bike lanes to N. Courthouse Road. Executive Summary - DRAFT 15

Circulation: Garage Level (G-1) Plan 1.5 1.6 UNDERGROUND GARAGE CONNECTION 1.3 ENTRANCE TO METRO PLATFORM 1.1 1.8 1.2 EXPLORE CONNECTION TO 2100 CLARENDON BLVD. GARAGE 1.9 1.7 1.4 1.4 Section AA: KEY: PEDESTRIAN ROUTES SERVICE ACCESS VEHICULAR ROUTES VEHICULAR ENTRY ALTERNATE PARKING ENTRY 16 Courthouse Square Planning & Urban Design Study

Circulation - Garage Level (G-1) Recommendations 1.1 Metro Entrance Provide direct access to the pedestrian tunnels and new garage. 1.2 15th Street N. Connect Landmark Block parking garage to County parking garage under 15th Street N. 1.3 N. Courthouse Road Provide access to County parking garage via entrance along N. Courthouse Road. Provide pedestrian access between the Judicial Center and County parking garages. 1.4 14th Street N. Connect to existing Verizon Plaza parking garage under 14th Street N. Provide access to County parking garage via an entrance at N. Veitch Street and 14th Street N. 1.5 Clarendon & Wilson Boulevards Preserve existing Metro entrances across Wilson Boulevard at Colonial Place. 1.6 N. Uhle Street Between Clarendon Boulevard & 15th Street N. Preserve existing Metro entrance under Strayer Block. 1.7 N. Uhle Street Between 15th Street N. & 14th Street N. Provide primary circulation access through the parking garage directly under N. Uhle Street. 1.8 Transit Provide a direct connection between Metro, bus transit and the new County parking garage. 1.9 Parking Accommodate most parking needs under the primary open space. Section AA: DEVELOPMENT AT VERIZON PLAZA CIVIC PLAZA EVENT SPACE SUPPORT MEMORIAL TREES METRO ENTRY DEVELOPMENT AT LANDMARK BLOCK DEVELOPMENT AT STRAYER BLOCK NEW COUNTY BUILDING FARMERS MARKET PAVILION ELEVATED ROOF GARDEN 2100 CLARENDON BLVD. 14TH ST. N. 15TH ST. N. POSSIBLE UNDERGROUND CONNECTION COUNTY PARKING GARAGE POSSIBLE UNDERGROUND CONNECTION Executive Summary - DRAFT 17

Open COURTHOUSE Space Plan SQUARE DRAFT CONCEPT PLAN REVISED 11/19/14 2.3 2.5 2.4 MEMORIAL RAMBLE 2.1 2.3 2.1 2.6 2.2 PREDOMINANTLY HARDSCAPE EY: PREDOMINENTLY HARDSCAPE DISTINCT OPENSPACE AREA KE Y: PREDOMINANTLY PREDOMINETLY SOFTSCAPE I 50 100 200 ft 18 Courthouse Square Planning & Urban Design Study

Open Space Recommendations 2.1 Primary Open Space (North Square) Establish two distinct natural environments; one with a lawn feature, one with trees. Primarily utilize native trees and plants. Protect the Memorial trees by planting a memorial grove. Connect with a variety of activating spaces and uses. 2.2 South Square Activity Zone Consider more active and flexible uses than the North Square. Plan for a new market location. Visually buffer the Verizon building. Integrate a stormwater management feature. 2.3 N. Uhle Street Promenade Use promenade as extension of open space by incorporating trees and plantings. Close promenade to vehicles a majority of the time. Provide managed loading access for farmer s market and events. Use flexible street furniture to enhance pedestrian environment. 2.4 Metro Plaza Create a direct visual and physical connection to Courthouse Square, the N. Uhle Street Promenade and other transit options. Design to add natural light to Metro tunnels and entryways. 2.5 Clarendon Boulevard Plaza Design a cafe, kiosk or public art opportunity. Create a terminating vista for Clarendon Blvd., N. Veitch St., and 15th Street N. 2.6 Veitch Street Terrace Create a raised terrace above N. Veitch Street north of 14th Street N., adjacent to the County building and Courthouse Plaza. Create a terminating vista to the south towards the south. Improve pedestrian access from the south with stairs, elevator, and/or escalator access to the terrace. 2.1 2.1 2.3 2.4 Executive Summary - DRAFT 19

Building Location and Height Plan PROMENADE 13.5K SF 8 STORIES/ 107 TALL 3.5 METRO ARRIVAL 3.4 21.5K SF/ 11 STORIES 158 TALL 2100 CLARENDON RAIN GARDEN 31.3K SF/ 13 STORIES (DOWN TO MEZZ. LEVEL 157 TALL FOLLY STAIRS/UP TO WASH. MONUMENT VIEW/ SPEAKERS CORNER PLATFORM PROMENADE DETENTION CENTER 31.3K SF/ 11 STORIES 148 TALL 3.3 NEW JUDICIAL PLAZA ENTRY RESIDENTIAL 47.6K SF/ 21 STORIES 210 TALL 3.1 3.2 3.7 JUDICIAL CENTER 26K SF/ 14 STORIES 191 TALL 3.6 COURT SQUARE EAST 15K SF/ 8 STORIES 84 TALL KE EY: RESIDENTIAL 36K SF/ 19 STORIES/ 190 TALL FUTURE PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT (PUBLIC) 40.7K SF/ 10 STORIES/ 153 TALL ELEVATION POINT 35K SF/ 10 STORIES/ 129 TALL BUILDING ENTRANCES HOTEL 14.7K SF 8 STORIES 77 TALL PUBLIC SYMBOLIC GOVERNMENT AXIS JOINT DEVELOPMENT AT COURT SQUARE WEST/THEATER SITE (3.1) INDIVIDUAL DEVELOPMENT AT COURT SQUARE WEST & THEATER SITE (3.2 & 3.3) I 50 100 200 ft 20 Courthouse Square Planning & Urban Design Study

Building Location and Height Recommendations 3.1 Court Square West + Theater Site Combined - Option A Redevelop both sites as a unified development. Build 12-14 stories (180 ft. tall). Design a 2-3 story rooftop terrace on east side, facing the Square. 3.1 Option A for a County building location. Recommendation does not apply if 3.2 (Option B) and 3.3 are implemented. 3.2 Court Square West - Option B Redevelop independently of adjacent theater Site as a standalone County facility. Build 12-14 stories (180 tall). Option B for a County building location. Recommendation does not apply if 3.1 (Option A) is implemented. 3.3 Theater Site - Option B Redevelop independently of adjacent Court Square West. Build 3-7 stories (45-105 tall). Design a rooftop terrace on east side, facing the Square. Increase massing and height on west side of building. 3.3 Recommendation does not apply if 3.1 is implemented. 3.4 Landmark Block Redevelop block; build 16-21 stories (210 tall). Locate parking and service access primarily off of N. Courthouse Road. 3.4 Refer to page 25 for building preservation recommendations. 3.5 Strayer Block Redevelop block; build 16-19 stories (190 tall). Require off site parking. 3.6 Verizon Plaza Redevelop block; build 4-12 stories (120 tall). 3.7 South Square Activity Zone Explore building a civic, market, or cultural use that can take the form of a building or structure. 3.7 Executive Summary - DRAFT 21

Building Use Plan PROMENADE RETAIL/ENTERTAINMENT ACTIVITY ZONE 13.5K SF 8 STORIES/ 107 TALL 3.5 METRO ARRIVAL 236 3.4 21.5K SF/ 11 STORIES 158 TALL 234 2100 CLARENDON RAIN GARDEN 31.3K SF/ 13 STORIES (DOWN TO MEZZ. LEVEL 157 TALL FOLLY STAIRS/UP TO WASH. MONUMENT VIEW/ SPEAKERS CORNER PLATFORM RESIDENTIAL 47.6K SF/ 21 STORIES 210 TALL 3.1 234 210 3.3 3.2 PROMENADE 234 OPEN SPACE ACTIVITY ZONE CULTURAL/CIVIC/MARKET ACTIVITY ZONE 234 DETENTION CENTER 31.3K SF/ 11 STORIES 148 TALL NEW JUDICIAL PLAZA ENTRY JUDICIAL CENTER 26K SF/ 14 STORIES 191 TALL 206 3.6 COURT SQUARE EAST 15K SF/ 8 STORIES 84 TALL 218 RESIDENTIAL 36K SF/ 19 STORIES/ 190 TALL 40.7K SF/ 10 STORIES/ 153 TALL 35K SF/ 10 STORIES/ 129 TALL HOTEL 14.7K SF 8 STORIES 77 TALL KE EY: FUTURE PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT (PUBLIC) ELEVATION POINT PUBLIC ENVISION COURTHOUSE SQUARE- IILLUSTRATIVE PLAN INDIVIDUAL DEVELOPMENT AT COURT SQUARE WEST & THEATER SITE (3.2 & 3.3) I 50 100 200 ft 22 Courthouse Square Planning & Urban Design Study

Building Use Recommendations The use of buildings within Courthouse Square will promote vibrant and active streetscapes and open spaces while allowing flexibility for the area to develop over time. Ground floor uses will be primarily comprised of restaurant and retail uses at the northern end of the Square while cultural and civic uses will be located at the south end of the Square. Primary building uses will allow for the flexibility to develop as either office, residential, or hotel. The unique nature of the County Administration building site will require a special development program that recognizes the possible need to consider and integrate additional uses. Affordable housing opportunities exist within new development sites in Courthouse Square. The County is committed to maximizing the number of affordable units to address the widest range of household incomes, consistent with current County housing policies and the future recommendations of the Affordable Housing Working Group. Specific affordable housing recommendations will be part of the Courthouse Sector Plan Addendum, which will provide recommended implementation strategies. 3.1 Court Square West + Theater Site Combined - Option A for County building Ground floor: theater portion on Courthouse Plaza to include cultural, civic, entertainment and retail uses; Court Square West portion to include civic and/or cultural uses. Primary building use: theater site portion to include entertainment, retail and cultural uses; Court Square West portion to include County and cultural uses. 3.2 Court Square West Option B for County building Ground floor: primarily civic and/or cultural uses. Primary building use: County administration building. 3.3 Theater Site - recommendation does not apply if 3.1 (Option A for County building) is implemented. Cultural, civic, entertainment development would occur on County-owned land. Ground floor: entertainment, retail and/or cultural uses. Primary building use: entertainment, retail and/or cultural uses. 3.4 Landmark Block Ground floor: retail and restaurant uses; include service entries. Primary building use: office, residential, or hotel uses. 3.5 Strayer Block Ground floor: retail and restaurant uses; include service entries. Primary building use: office, residential, or hotel uses. 3.6 Verizon Plaza Ground floor: retail and/or cultural uses. Primary building use: office or residential uses. Executive Summary - DRAFT 23

Cultural Resources Plan T 4.4 4.4 4.2 4.6 4.5 4.6 4.1 4.3 4.6 4.6 KE Y: FARMERS MARKET VIEWS TO THE WASHINGTON MONUMENT HISTORIC TREE ANTIQUE MARKET PUBLIC KEY PUBLIC ART ART OPPORTUNITY OPPORTUNITIES HISTORIC FACADES I 50 100 200 ft 24 Courthouse Square Planning & Urban Design Study

Cultural Resources Recommendations 4.1 Public Art Integrate public art into the design of infrastructure, open space and buildings within Courthouse Square. Public art could also take the form of rotating art installations, interactive displays and integration with wayfinding or sustainable strategies and environmental education. 4.1 4.2 Memorial Trees Preserve the Mother (notable) and Soldier trees and markers; incorporate them into a memorial grove. Limit soil disturbance above and below grade. 4.3 Farmer s Market Build a market structure along the southern end of the Square to enhance the existing pop-up farmers market. Design the building for multiple, flexible uses. 4.4 Historic Preservation Subject to structural, economic, design and economic feasibility analyses, the potential relocation and reuse of historic buildings and facades could preserve the County s last remaining example of its historic Lawyer s Row along with mid-century commercial buildings located in the Landmark Block. To the extent possible as redevelopment occurs: Preserve historic resources found on the Landmark Block: First Federal Savings & Loan façades and interior floor/wall clock (Cosi) Conklyn Building façade (Boston Market) 2042-2044 Clarendon Boulevard facades Investment Building façade Explore the relocation and repurposing of the Simmonds Building (last remaining example of historic Lawyer s Row, currently Jerry s Subs) elsewhere in the Study Area. 4.5 Views Preserve and enhance views to the Washington Monument. 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.6 Cultural/Civic Facility Establish a cultural or civic facility within the Study Area. Possible uses include: Visitor center Performing arts Living heritage center Library Refer to Building Location, Design and Use recommendations, pages 20-23, for more information. Executive Summary - DRAFT 25

Sustainability Plan PROMENADE MMERCIAL 13.5K SF STORIES/ 107 TALL MIXED USE: MAX 190 TALL METRO ARRIVAL 236 MIXED USE: MAX 210 TALL 21.5K SF/ 11 STORIES 158 TALL 234 2100 CLARENDON 31.3K SF/ 13 STORIES 157 TALL 234 PROMENADE 234 234 DETENTION CENTER 31.3K SF/ 11 STORIES 148 TALL RESIDENTIAL 47.6K SF/ 21 STORIES 210 TALL 210 COUNTY BUILDING/ CULTURAL/ ENTERTAINMENT MAX 180 TALL CIVIC, CULTURAL, AND/OR MARKET NEW JUDICIAL PLAZA ENTRY JUDICIAL CENTER 26K SF/ 14 STORIES 191 TALL 206 DEVELOPMENT/ RECREATIONAL/ CULTURAL/ ENTERTAINMENT: MAX 120 TALL COURT SQUARE EAST 15K SF/ 8 STORIES 84 TALL KEY: STORMWATER RESIDENTIAL 36K SF/ 19 STORIES/ 190 TALL RECOMMEND BIOINFILTRATION/TREE PITS CONSIDER BIOINFILTRATION/TREE PITS INTEGRATE STORMWATER MANAGEMENT FEATURE 40.7K SF/ 10 STORIES/ 153 TALL 218 HOTEL INTEGRATED ENERGY MASTER PLAN (IEMP) 14.7K SF 8 STORIES 77 TALL EXISTING AND FUTURE PUBLIC BUILDINGS ANALYZED IN THE IEMP 35K SF/ 10 STORIES/ EXISTING 129 TALL AND FUTURE BUILD- INGS ANALYZED IN THE IEMP REDUCE IMPERVIOUS SURFACES 26 Courthouse Square Planning & Urban Design Study

Sustainability Recommendations A wholistic approach to sustainability embeds sustainable recommendations within the circulation, open space, building and cultural resource elements of the concept plan. The sustainabilitiy vision will address: 5.1 Health and Wellness - support health and wellness with healthy, highperformance buildings and abundant green open space. Ecology - restore ecological health with native plantings, tree canopy, reduced light pollution, and heat island reduction strategies. Economics - evaluate upfront costs, ongoing maintenance, and any potential long term cost savings to optimize environmental and social benefits and economics of sustainable projects. 5.1 Social - integrate sustainable strategies with art and environmental education. Materials - select durable materials and salvage and reuse materials where possible. 5.1 Integrated Energy Master Plan (IEMP) Use the IEMP to implement the Community Energy Plan s goals of reducing energy costs, improving energy security and minimizing greenhouse gas emissions. Additional areas outside of the Courthouse Square Study Area should be considered for incorporation into the Integrated Energy Master Plan. Include targets for energy efficiency, district energy, and renewable energy. Identify potential location in the G-1 level of the parking garage or in a new building mechanical room for central district energy plant. Final recommendations will be included in the Sector Plan Addendum. 5.2 5.2 5.2 Stormwater Management Support the goals of the Stormwater Master Plan and showcase innovative stormwater management strategies. Increase vegetated areas to reduce impervious cover. Feature a central stormwater management feature in the Square. Integrate tree pits and bio-infiltration. Final recommendations will be included in the Sector Plan Addendum. Executive Summary - DRAFT 27

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