June 1, 2021 – Council District 2
- EPS Variances
- Planning Board Meetings
- Agricultural Land Preservation Advisory Board Meeting
- Landmarks Preservation Commission Meeting
- Baltimore County Master Plan 2030
- EPS at Pikesville Farmers Market
- Name Our Streams Contest
- Water Line Extension at Glencliffe Circle and Old Court Road
- Pedestrian Study for Pikesville
- Water Line on Falls Road
- Water in the Dumbarton Neighborhood, Pikesville
- Administrative Variances
- Development Meetings
- Zoning Hearings
EPS Variances
The Department of Environmental Protection and Sustainability (EPS) publishes a list of the environmental administrative variance requests along with their status. The requests are listed by County Council District.
Information: EPS Variances for District 2
Planning Board Meetings
The board will meet virtually as follows:
- Thursday, June 3, at 4:30 p.m.
- Thursday, June 17, at 4 p.m.
Please check the Planning Board page for links to the meetings, information on participating in the virtual meeting, the meeting agendas and any last-minute schedule changes.
Information: Contact Myles Muehlberger by phone at 410-887-3482 or by email at mmuehlberger@baltimorecountymd.gov.
Agricultural Land Preservation Advisory Board Meeting
The advisory board will meet virtually on Wednesday, June 9, at 6:30 p.m. through Webex. Please check the Agricultural Land Preservation Advisory Board page for a link to the meeting, information on participating in the virtual meeting, the meeting agenda and any last-minute schedule changes.
Information: Contact Megan Benjamin or Joe Wiley by phone at 410-887-3480 or by email at landpres@baltimorecountymd.gov.
Landmarks Preservation Commission Meeting
The commission will meet virtually on Thursday, June 10, at 6 p.m. through Webex. Please check the Landmarks Preservation Commission page for a link to the meeting, information on participating in the virtual meeting, the meeting agenda and any last-minute schedule changes.
Information: Contact Taylor Bensley by phone at 410-887-3495 or by email at histpres@baltimorecountymd.gov.
Baltimore County Master Plan 2030
Baltimore County’s Master Plan 2030 provides the vision and strategies for growth over the next 10 years into a modern, 21st century county. We invite you to be a visionary. Visit the Master Plan website and join to stay informed and find out how you can bring your ideas to the table about growth, development and conservation.
Information: Browse the Master Plan 2030 website or contact the Department of Planning at masterplan@baltimorecountymd.gov.
EPS at Pikesville Farmers Market
On Tuesday, June 1, from 2 to 6 p.m., Baltimore County Natural Resource Specialists will have a table at the Pikesville Farmers Market at Pomona Square, 1700 Reisterstown Road, Pikesville, Maryland 21208. Stop by to find out how you can enter the Name Our Streams contest to name a stream in Pikesville. The Department of Environmental Protection and Sustainability (EPS) is excited to discuss anti-litter initiatives being piloted in the Pikesville area to improve the health of the environment and our communities.
Name Our Streams Contest
The Department of Environmental Protection and Sustainability is working to protect local streams that lead to the Chesapeake Bay. Help call attention to the importance of healthy streams by naming a local stream in Pikesville, which crosses Church Lane and runs through a new, four-acre County park (currently in the planning stages). Submit your idea by Friday, June 11. The winning name will be announced on Tuesday, July 13. Learn more about the Name Our Streams Contest.
Water Line Extension at Glencliffe Circle and Old Court Road
Baltimore County contractors are extending water service to 12 houses on Glencliffe Circle and Old Court Road. The new line, which will cost about $400,000, will run 1,783 feet. Work began in April and is about 70 percent complete.
Information: Email engineering@baltimorecountymd.gov.
Pedestrian Study for Pikesville
Baltimore County hired a consultant last year to perform a desk audit in Pikesville to assess pedestrian conditions and to learn if improvements can and should be made to enhance traffic engineering design for walkers, bicyclists and drivers. The consultant will be reviewing accident histories and the examination will include all facets of traffic control, including signals and crosswalks, taking note of bicycle and pedestrian movements as well. One of the goals of the study, say engineers, is to create a context in which to safely coordinate crosswalks with present and future traffic conditions. The project is temporarily on hold, say engineers, until traffic patterns return to normal and schools reopen completely—probably in the fall.
Water Line on Falls Road
The Department of Public Works and Transportation plans to replace 11,000 feet of water line on Falls Road between the Beltway and the City line. The project will cost approximately $14 million and is scheduled to begin in the fall. The replacement of the line—sections of which are more than 90 years old—will improve the reliability of the system. Much of the construction will be done between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m., and ingress and egress will be coordinated with and provided for all property owners.
Information: Email engineering@baltimorecountymd.gov.
Water in the Dumbarton Neighborhood, Pikesville
Baltimore County is relining and cleaning more than 16,000 feet of water line under 27 streets in Dumbarton. The project, managed in two phases, is about 70 percent complete and will cost $4.2 million. Work is expected to be completed by the end of summer.
Information: Email engineering@baltimorecountymd.gov.
Administrative Variances
Administrative Variances Pending include requests for Administrative Variances pending before the Department of Permits, Approvals and Inspections. These hearings are up-to-date as of the publication of this newsletter and subject to change.
Information: Call the Office of Administrative Law Judges at 410-887-3868 or Zoning Review at 410-887-3391.
There are no Administrative Variances pending at the time of publication of this newsletter. Please visit the Zoning calendar for changes in District 2.
Development Meetings
Development Meetings include Community Input, Concept Plan, County Review, Development Review Committee and Hearing Officers Hearings. These hearings are up-to-date as of the publication of this newsletter and subject to change.
Information: Call 410-887-3321.
Development Review Committee—Reisterstown Shopping Center Proposed Self Storage
Date and Time: Tuesday, June 1, 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Property Location: 11953 Reisterstown Road
Meeting Location: Virtual Webex Meeting
DRC Number: 060121A
PAI Number: 04-0726
Tracking Number: DRC-2021-00078
Request: The request is pursuant to Baltimore County Code, Section 32-4-106(b)(2) to amend the approved development plan.
Information: Contact Lloyd T. Moxley at lmoxley@baltimorecountymd.gov or 410-887-3321.
Zoning Hearings
Zoning Hearings include Special Exceptions, Variances and other issues before the Office of Administrative Hearings of Baltimore County. These hearings are up-to-date as of the publication of this newsletter and subject to change.
Information: Call the Office of Administrative Law Judges at 410-887-3868 or Zoning Review at 410-887-3391.
Zoning Hearings—200 Hopkins Lane
Date and Time: Monday, June 7, 10 to 11 a.m.
Case Number: 2021-0058-A
Property Location: Intersection of the north side of Chattolanee Hill Road and the east side of Hopkins Lane
Legal Owners: Kevin and Julia McAllister
Variance to permit the height of an accessory structure (pool house) of 23 feet in lieu of the required 15 feet.
To call in to the hearing, dial U.S. toll: 1-415-655-0001, Access Code: 172 033 5942.
Information: Contact the Zoning Office at 410-887-3391.