THE FIGHT CONTINUES
TO KEEP RESTON'S OPEN SPACEOn March 7, 2026, the owners of Reston National Golf Course submitted three applications that would dramatically change the property’s future. One application includes a by-right plan to build more than 300 double-stacked townhomes directly on land long intended to remain open space for the community.
Similar proposals have been rejected repeatedly by Fairfax County because they conflict with the community vision for Reston’s open space, environmental balance, and quality of life. Despite those decisions, the developers are now attempting to revive the project by arguing that a 60-year-old zoning document should override today’s community priorities and established protections.
Our community has fought for decades to preserve Reston’s open space, protect our environment, and uphold the vision that makes Reston unique. That fight continues today.
Public Planning Commission hearing: September 23, 2026.
What does a normal town house look like next to 2-over-2 stacked town homes?
The developers plan includes double stacked 2 over 2 town homes. Homes measured in the Fairgreen Cluster are approximately 26 feet high, while only a few feet away the developer plans to place approximately 45 foot homes. The stark contrast goes against many aspects of the architectural continuity of Reston.
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Update: Our Strategy to Defend Reston National Golf Course Against the Latest Development Threat
Rescue Reston team members have been working for several weeks to thoroughly understand the latest attack on Reston National Golf Course and to develop a defense strategy. The recently filed applications follow what was tried in 2012. At that time, no one at the...
Fairfax Times Article
Read the Fairfax Times Article Decision to develop Reston golf course divides lawmakers and community
Rescue Reston Statement regarding the removal of Reston National Golf Course from the County Site Specific Plan Amendment Workplan for 2025
June 10, 2025The BoS showed today a respect for Reston’s long history of careful planning. We are pleased that the Site Specific Plan Amendment on the Reston National Golf Course Property was completely removed from the County's 2025 SSPA Work Program. However, the...
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More oppose residential property on golf course
www.fairfaxtimes.com
NVHomes, a unit of NVR Inc., is proposing to develop 306 stacked townhomes on about 10% of the 166-acre Reston National Golf Course, sparking vocal opposition from local groups.
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Golf Courses by the Numbers
166 + 164
Golf Course Acres
RNGC + HCCC
1962
Open Space Since
2007
Reston National Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Golf Course Since
9000+
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Reston’s Public Golf Course: Good for Wildlife, Too!
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