Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

Adoption of Resolutions

Approval of Minutes

Other Preliminary Matters

Subdivision Plat No. 220210140, Locust Level

RC zone, 1 lot, 1 parcel; located on the east side of Ridge Road (MD 27), 650 feet north of Davis Mill Road; Clarksburg Master Plan. Staff Recommendation: Approval

Subdivision Plat No. 220260650, Cabin Branch

CRT zone, 2 lots; located in the southwest quadrant of the intersection of Little Seneca Parkway and Lake Ridge Drive; Clarksburg Master Plan. Staff Recommendation: Approval

Primrose at 16550 Georgia Avenue, Preliminary Plan No. 120250090 – Regulatory Extension Request No. 7

Request to extend the regulatory review period from April 30, 2026 until May 7, 2026. An application to create one lot for an existing antique shop, and a new Day Care Center (Over 30 Persons), a conditional use application being processed concurrently. Located at 16550 Georgia Avenue, on the west side of Georgia Avenue (MD 97), approximately 150 feet south of Emory Church Road: 2005 Olney Master Plan; R-200 zone; 2.12 acres Staff recommendation: Approval of the extension

Burdette Property, Preliminary Plan No. 120260020, Site Plan No. 820260020, Forest Conservation Plan No F20250430 Regulatory Review Time Extension Request No. 1

Request to extend the regulatory review period from May 7, 2026 to October 1, 2026: Application to create one parcel for a 107 unit multi-family building. Located at 26134 Ridge Road, Damascus; 2006 Damascus Master Plan; CRT 1.5, C-0.5, R-1.0, H-55T zone; 4.7 acres. Staff Recommendation: Approval of the extension request

Emory Grove Village, Preliminary Plan No. 120260070, Site Plan No. 820260060 & Forest Conservation Plan No. F20260450 Regulatory Review Extension Request No. 2

Request to extend the regulatory review period from May 21, 2026 to July 30, 2026. Application to create 82 lots for 82 townhouse units, one parcel for 74 multi-family units, including a minimum of 30 percent MPDUs, and parcels for private streets and open spaces; located at the northeast quadrant of Midcounty Highway and Washington Grove Lane; Residential Multi-Unit Low Density (R-30); 1996 Gaithersburg Vicinity–Shady Grove Master Plan. Staff Recommendation: Approval of the extension request

MOVED FROM APRIL 23 AGENDA Briefing on the Demographic Characteristics of Children in Montgomery County

Staff from the Research and Strategic Projects Division will provide a briefing on a new demographic profile, “Children in Montgomery County”. Staff Recommendation: Briefing

Montgomery Pearl, Sketch Plan No. 320260020 (Public Hearing)

Request for up to 703,000 square feet of total density for a mixed-use development (up to 625,000 square feet of multi-family residential development, with 15% MPDUs, and up to 78,000 square feet of commercial development), and up to 73,196 square feet of BOZ density with associated Park Impact Payment on 3.81 acres. Located at the southwest and southeast quadrants of the intersection of Pearl Street and Montgomery Avenue, 2017 Bethesda Downtown Sector Plan and 2025 Bethesda Downtown Plan Minor Master Plan Amendment, and in the CR-5.0, C-4.0, R-4.75, H-175 Zone; CR-3.0, C-3.0, R-3.0, H-145 Zone; CR-1.5, C-1.5, R-1.5, H-145 Zone; CR-1.5, C-1.5, R-1.5, H-120 Zone; and the Bethesda Overlay Zone. Staff Recommendation: Approval with Conditions

CLOSED SESSION

ADDED Pursuant to Maryland Annotated Code, General Provisions Article, Section 3-305(b)(1), a closed session is proposed to discuss (i) the appointment, employment, assignment, promotion, discipline, demotion, compensation, removal, resignation, or performance evaluation of an appointee, employee, or official over whom it has jurisdiction; or (ii) any other personnel matter that affects one or more specific individuals. Topic: Personnel matter affecting one or more individuals Pursuant to Maryland Annotated Code, General Provisions Article, Sections 3-305(b)(7), a closed session is proposed to consult with counsel to obtain legal advice regarding pending or potential litigation. Topic: Legal advice from Commission counsel related to outcomes and options for pending or potential litigation Pursuant to Maryland Annotated Code, General Provisions Article, Sections 3-305(b)(8), a closed session is proposed to consult with staff, consultants, or other individuals about pending or potential litigation. Topic: Consultation with staff or others about issues related to potential or pending litigation

ADDED 4/21 Application to File a Sectional Map Amendment for the Clarksburg Gateway Sector Plan

Receive a staff presentation on the zoning recommendations of the Approved and Adopted Clarksburg Gateway Sector Plan and consider recommendation of approval of a Sectional Map Amendment to the Montgomery County Council. Staff Recommendation: Approve transmittal of the Application to File and recommend approval of Sectional Map Amendment (SMA) application H-162.

Innovation Lab presentation

Briefing to the Planning Board on the first Innovation Lab project, “Green Streets Design Framework: Greening Our Streets Thoughtfully”.

Roundtable Discussion

Planning Director’s Report

ADJOURN

Net Zero that Pencils Out: Normalizing Sustainable Development

Can sustainable development be delivered without higher construction costs compared to traditional development? What does financially responsible, climate-ready development look like for future generations in Montgomery County? And how can public- and private-sector partners integrate sustainability into projects right now, using proven tools, financing, and design strategies? Join the Montgomery County Planning Board for a dynamic panel discussion on how innovative design, smart financing, and integrated planning can make sustainable development achievable and cost effective. Panelists will share real-world examples about delivering high-performance, low-carbon projects while demonstrating how sustainability goals can align with financial feasibility, market realities, and long-term value. The discussion will highlight the role of public-private collaboration, creative financing mechanisms, and thoughtful design in accelerating Montgomery County's path toward net zero development. This free event is open to the public. Continuing Education