Leonardtown Council moves to adopt 2025 Comprehensive Plan update

The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting held on March 17, 2025, in Leonardtown, Maryland, focused on the proposed updates to the town's comprehensive plan and municipal growth area. The meeting provided an opportunity for officials to discuss the new land use designations and gather feedback from the community.

During the session, a visual presentation outlined the proposed municipal growth area, highlighting existing town boundaries and new land uses. The growth area was marked in red, with specific zones designated for residential (yellow), commercial (red), and institutional (purple) purposes. This plan aims to align with the current zoning and facilitate orderly development in Leonardtown.

Commission members emphasized the importance of public input, noting that there would be another chance for community comments during an upcoming town council public hearing. They acknowledged the valuable contributions from the comprehensive committee, which played a crucial role in updating the plan.

The commission moved to recommend the adoption of the 2025 Leonardtown comprehensive plan update to the town council. This recommendation follows a review of comments received from the state, which will be addressed in the final draft. The commission's motion was unanimously approved, paving the way for further discussions and potential adoption by the council.

In conclusion, the meeting underscored the town's commitment to thoughtful planning and community engagement as Leonardtown prepares for future growth and development. The next steps will involve incorporating feedback from the public hearing and finalizing the comprehensive plan for council approval.