FROM THE CITY's PRESS RELEASE: The City of Gaithersburg is seeking public comment on Draft Land Use Element MP-1-11, the fourth amendment to the draft 2009 Land Use Element for the City’s comprehensive Master Plan. The Land Use Element proposes the most appropriate and desirable uses of public and private land, making recommendations for both use and zoning. The City’s Master Plan is updated every six years.
The Land Use Element serves as an informational and policy document for the Gaithersburg Mayor and City Council, the Planning Commission, other boards and committees, and the residents of Gaithersburg. It makes specific recommendations for land use and zoning for the properties identified. Ultimately, together with other Master Plan Elements, the Land Use Element supports the visions, policies and principles of the City.
The draft 2009 Land Use Element is available for review on the City’s website at www.gaithersburgmd.gov/masterplan. A joint public hearing is scheduled for Monday, March 7, 2011 at 7:30 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers. Comment may be made in writing to: Planning & Code Administration, 31 South Summit Avenue, Gaithersburg, MD 20877 or via e-mail to plancode@gaithersburgmd.gov. For additional information please call 301-258-6330.
