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Arlington planners recommend Anthem redevelopment and approve 60‑foot sign plan amid public comment
Summary
The Planning and Zoning Commission on March 5 recommended approval of PD24‑40 to redevelop Lincoln Square as “Anthem,” imposing phasing and public‑realm conditions; the commission separately approved an alternate sign plan that permits a 60‑foot monument sign and garage‑mounted digital display. A public commenter made a separate allegation against a physician on the record; the chair denied it.
The Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Arlington on March 5 recommended approval of zoning case PD24‑40 to redevelop Lincoln Square under a new brand, “Anthem,” and approved a companion alternate sign plan that allows a 60‑foot monument sign and a garage‑mounted digital panel.
Dr. Ignacio Nunez, chair of the Planning and Zoning Commission, opened the hearing and asked staff to present. Lisa Sudbury, development planning manager, described the roughly 45.275‑acre site at the southwest corner of Interstate 30 and North Collins Street, explained the proposed return to a plan development (PD) for limited entertainment/community commercial uses and listed development standards and deviations the commission should consider, including setbacks, transparency, structured parking and public‑realm commitments.
Terry Montesi, chief executive officer of Trademark Property Company, said the applicant’s plan will “transform Lincoln Square into a vibrant, walkable, mixed‑use gathering place” and asked the commission for flexibility in the allowable building area to reflect market conditions. Monica Lueira, vice…
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