The Division of Long Range Planning and Redevelopment oversees Citywide and neighborhood plans.
The Comprehensive Master Plan (CMP) describes the broad vision for the City’s future. It provides the core philosophy that directs all development and conservation activities in Rockville. It guides where and in what form development occurs in the community and sets the framework for the City’s capital improvement projects.
The CMP is used to test the appropriateness of public and private development proposals. During the life of the plan, these decisions will be made on land use issues and budget priorities. These decisions will be judged by the extent to which they correspond with the master plan.
Key topic areas of the CMP include the City’s goals and objectives, land use, urban design, housing, infrastructure, parks, open space, transportation, economic development and historic preservation.
The Long Range Planning and Redevelopment Division works with communities on the future of their specific planning areas. Adoption of these plans by the Planning Commission and the Mayor and Council brings those plans into the Comprehensive Master Plan. Examples of plans that have been recently completed or are underway include those for East Rockville, Lincoln Park, Town Center, Twinbrook and Rockville Pike.
Local and statewide plans work in tandem with Rockville’s planning efforts. For more information visit the following organizations and/or plans:
State
Maryland Department of Transportation Local
Maryland-National Capital Parks and Planning Commission |
