PRINCE FREDERICK, Md. – The Calvert County Department of Planning & Zoning invites county residents to participate in the next phase of the Calvert County Zoning Ordinance update process. Comments from the initial review were considered and used to develop the second draft, which reflects the community’s input.
Planning & Zoning is seeking public comment on the second draft of updates to the Calvert Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map. The record of public comment for the first draft is closed with the publication of the second draft. Citizens who previously submitted comments are encouraged to review the new draft and provide additional feedback if they feel their initial comments have not been fully addressed.
The draft ordinance and map and a schedule of the process are available online at www.calvertcountymd.gov/ZoningOrdinanceUpdate.
Public comments for the second draft must be received no later than Friday, Sept. 27, 2024. Public comment may be submitted by email to ZOupdate@calvertcountymd.gov or by mail Attn: ZO Update, 205 Main St., Prince Frederick, MD 20678.
The second draft and all comments received by the Sept. 27 deadline will be reviewed by the County Attorney, Board of County Commissioners and Planning Commission prior to public hearings. Public hearings are scheduled for the following dates:
· Nov. 20, 2024: Planning Commission public hearing
· Dec. 10, 2024: Board of County Commissioners public hearing
(These dates may be subject to change.)
The Calvert County Zoning Ordinance regulates land usage, as many aspects of land use can impact adjoining neighborhoods, public facilities and overall county development as part of the effort to promote health, safety and welfare of Calvert County residents, as mandated in the Comprehensive Plan (adopted in 2019 and amended in 2022).
For more information contact Will Hager at 410-535-1600, ext. 8553, or Will.Hager@calvertcountymd.gov or Rachel O’Shea at 410-535-1600, ext. 2339, or Rachel.OShea@calvertcountymd.gov.
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