Community Planning
The Community Planning Division is responsible for the development and implementation of:
- Comprehensive Community Plans and Studies—Which outline the vision and goals of the community, and cover various aspects such as land use, transportation, housing, economic development, and environmental sustainability. Learn more about current initiatives and past projects.
- Small Area Plans—The Small Area Plans will build on the work of previously adopted community plans, Sustainable Community Area Plans, as well as build on the themes and goals of Master Plan 2030. The Master Plan and the Place Type Map serve as the overall policy guide for developing the Small Area Plans. The Small Area Plans are intended to provide area-specific recommendations for achieving and refining the goals of the Master Plan.
- Policies, Programs and Incentives—Which support equitable, diverse, and vibrant communities, while considering the needs and aspirations of its residents. Learn more about commercial revitalization programs currently available.
- Zoning and Land Use Regulations—Reviewing development proposals for compliance with zoning and land use regulations and ensuring proposed projects align with community plans, Master Plan, regulations and design standards.
- Community Engagement and Public Participation—Designing inclusive engagement processes that seek the input and participation of diverse community members, to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to participate and make their voices heard.
- Coordination and Collaboration with the Community— Building strong relationships is essential for effective engagement. The division ensures that effective communication is maintained between community leaders and organizations, as well as various agencies and elected officials.
CONTACT YOUR COMMUNITY PLANNER
The Community Planning Division is organized by County Council district. Use the What is My District? tool to identify your area Planner. To learn more about your district or current initiatives happening within your community, contact the planner listed below.
| Contact Information | Initiatives |
|---|---|
| Abigail Rogers Email: aerogers@baltimorecountymd.gov |
| Contact Information | Initiatives |
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| Sydnie Cooper Email: scooper1@baltimorecountymd.gov |
| Contact Information | Initiatives |
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|
Megan Benjamin Joe Wiley |
| Contact Information | Initiatives |
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| Yolanda Gregory Email: ygregory@baltimorecountymd.gov |
Northwest Gateways Sustainable Community Renewal |
| Contact Information | Initiatives |
|---|---|
| Vacant |
| Contact Information | Initiatives |
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| Megan Oliver Email: moliver@baltimorecountymd.gov |
Hillendale-Parkville-Overlea Sustainable Community Designation |
| Contact Information | Initiatives |
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| Maria Mougridis Email: mmougridis@baltimorecountymd.gov |
Greater Dundalk-Sparrows Point Sustainable Community Renewal |
Projects
Current Initiatives
A number of community planning initiatives are currently underway. Your engagement is needed for these studies.
Past Projects
Learn more about the past projects completed by the Community Planning Division.
OTHER PROGRAMS
Learn more about the State’s Main Street Maryland program and the Maryland Sustainable Communities program.