Volunteers Needed To Serve On Howard County's Design Advisory Panel

HOWARD COUNTY, MD — Volunteers are needed to serve on Howard County's Design Advisory Panel, specifically individuals with professional experience in urban planning and landscape architecture. The deadline to apply falls on Aug. 25.

"Thoughtful design is a cornerstone of our quality of life here in Howard County. The professionals that serve on the Design Advisory Panel are deeply committed to enhancing our communities and I encourage applicants with experience in landscape architecture and urban planning to apply," said Howard County Executive Calvin Ball.

Established in 2008 to encourage excellence in building architecture and site design, the Design Advisory Panel consists of seven members representing landscape architects, designers, professional engineers and urban planners. Panel members are responsible for reviewing a variety of projects, including proposed subdivisions, site development plans, conditional use applications and design guidelines. Members serve overlapping three-year terms or until a successor is appointed.

To be eligible for consideration, candidates must be a Howard County resident, have professional experience in urban planning and landscape architecture, have an interest in improving architecture and site design in the county, and be able to attend the panel’s evening meetings, which are generally held the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. Meetings are currently conducted virtually via Webex.

Interested applicants should complete an application online by visiting www.howardcountymd.gov/applybc and selecting “Design Advisory Panel” in the form. The names of eligible applicants will be submitted to the county executive for consideration. If approved, the appointment will be forwarded to the County Council for confirmation.