PRINCE FREDERICK, Md. — On Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024, the Calvert County Planning Commission voted to extend the public comment period for the proposed update to the Calvert County Zoning Ordinance. Residents now have until 4:30 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 20, 2024, to submit their feedback on the comprehensive update.
The Zoning Ordinance Update, initiated in 2021, is part of a broader review of the county’s growth and development policies. The update seeks to modernize zoning regulations and maps to align with contemporary planning goals and address community needs. Throughout the review process, the county has offered multiple opportunities for public input, including workshops, online surveys, and comment periods. Most recently, the public reviewed the second draft of the update from Aug. 30 to Sep. 27, 2024.
Residents can access the updated Zoning Ordinance document, draft articles, maps, and supplemental materials online at www.calvertcountymd.gov/ZoningOrdinanceUpdate. Feedback can be submitted via email to ZOupdate@calvertcountymd.gov or by mail addressed to Attn: ZO Update, 205 Main Street, Prince Frederick, MD 20678.
A special meeting of the Planning Commission is scheduled for Dec. 30, 2024, at 7 p.m. at the Harriet E. Brown Community Center, located at 901 Dares Beach Road, Prince Frederick. The session will focus on discussing public comments and any necessary adjustments to the draft ordinance.
Additionally, the Calvert County Board of County Commissioners has tentatively scheduled a public hearing for Jan. 7, 2025, at 6 p.m. in the Commissioners Hearing Room on the second floor of the Calvert County Circuit Courthouse at 175 Main Street, Prince Frederick. This hearing will allow the public to provide written and oral feedback on the proposed ordinance changes. These dates remain tentative and are subject to change.
The ongoing updates aim to enhance the zoning framework for Calvert County, reflecting a balance between development and the preservation of community character. Public participation is encouraged to ensure the ordinance reflects the community’s vision.
