A new Reston National proposal could add 306 stacked townhomes while keeping an 18-hole golf course. The plan, called Evolution18, concentrates housing on about 14 acres of the 168-acre property and pairs it with changes to the golf operation.
The proposal has been filed, but it is not approved. The applicant is expected to revise its materials before the case reaches a Fairfax County Planning Commission hearing currently scheduled for September 23.
Reston National proposal: Quick facts
Where would the 306 homes go?
The housing is proposed for roughly 14 acres, leaving most of the property in golf and open-space use. The plan uses stacked townhomes, a form that places multiple homes within townhouse-scale buildings.
That layout is meant to concentrate development rather than spread it across the course. The application still has to address transportation, schools, utilities, environmental review and community comments before any decision.
Would Reston National remain an 18-hole golf course?
Yes, under the current proposal. Evolution18 says the golf course would remain 18 holes, with holes reconfigured around the housing area and new practice facilities.
The project team describes the plan as an evolution of the course rather than its closure. Final routing and construction sequencing can change during county review.
What golf and community amenities are proposed?
Technology-focused driving range
A two-level range would add tracked-shot games and practice bays similar to modern golf-entertainment venues.
Short course
A shorter loop is proposed for beginners, families and golfers who do not want to play a full 18-hole round.
Back 9 food stop
The concept includes a casual food-and-drink stop tied to the course. An operator and menu have not been announced.
Course infrastructure
The applicant says the plan would include updated irrigation and course improvements alongside the new housing.
How many affordable homes are included?
Public materials are not yet consistent. The application references 18 affordable units, while the project team has cited 34. DC Spot is not treating either number as final until Fairfax County posts a reconciled plan or staff report.
The affordable-housing count needs clarification
The safest current reading is that affordable units are part of the proposal, but the exact number remains under review.
Has Fairfax County approved the Reston National plan?
No. The application is filed and awaiting further review. County staff can request revisions, and the Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors would hold later public proceedings before any rezoning decision.
A filed plan is not a building permit. Construction cannot begin unless the land-use case, detailed plans and permits move through the required process.
What happens next?
The case is expected to return with revised materials ahead of a Planning Commission hearing currently scheduled for September 23. Hearing dates can move, so residents should confirm the county calendar closer to the meeting.
The next useful documents will be a county staff report, updated transportation analysis and revised plans. Those will show whether the 306-home count, affordable units and golf layout change.
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Frequently asked questions about the Reston National housing and golf proposal
How many homes are proposed at Reston National?
The current Evolution18 proposal calls for 306 stacked townhomes on about 14 acres.
Would Reston National Golf Course close?
No under the current proposal. The plan retains an 18-hole course while reconfiguring parts of the layout.
What new golf amenities are planned?
The proposal includes a two-level technology-focused driving range, a short course, a food stop and updated course infrastructure.
Has the 306-home proposal been approved?
No. The application is filed and remains subject to Fairfax County review, public hearings and later decisions.
How many affordable homes are proposed?
Current public materials conflict: the application references 18 while the project team has cited 34. The final count is not settled.
When is the Reston National public hearing?
A Fairfax County Planning Commission hearing is currently scheduled for September 23, 2026, but hearing dates can change.
AI-generated editorial concept of Reston National Golf Course with proposed stacked townhomes and a driving range; final design may differ; final design may differ.
Last updated July 31, 2026. The proposal was checked against Evolution18 materials and current local reporting. The application is filed and awaiting further review; no homes or golf-course changes have been approved for construction.
