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The Department of Planning implements programs and projects that strengthen existing communities, revitalize older commercial centers and preserve rural resources.
NEWS
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Reimagine Security Square Mall: Next Steps—The County has recently engaged Redgate Real Estate Advisors, an experienced advisory firm, to assist in guiding the next steps of the Reimagine Security Square Mall Project. Redgate’s plan is to move the project forward by recommending to the county a plan to achieve the goals of the Reimagine Security Square Mall plan by developing and managing a solicitation process to identify and engage development partners in the redevelopment of the Mall. Additionally, Redgate is working with Baltimore County to develop and carry out a process and plan for activating the site prior to any redevelopment. This will be done through a four phases process and it is important to note that Redgate was not hired to do any design work.
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Comprehensive Zoning Map Process (CZMP)—The 2024 CZMP began on September 1, 2023 and will conclude in September of 2024. Planning Department staff recommendations are now available on the Log of Issues. County Council Hearings will be held in June.
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Maryland Sustainable Communities Renewal—The Sustainable Communities designation must be renewed every five years. These renewal applications provide an opportunity for local governments to involve the community in developing a five-year vision for their area, to outline new strategies and set new priorities. The following designations are currently being pursued:
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Master Plan 2030—Baltimore County has released the draft of Master Plan 2030. The Draft Master Plan was adopted by County Council on January 16, 2024 with amendments. The Planning Department is working to revise the Draft Master Plan with the adopted amendments included.
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