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Neighbors urge Rockville to keep 10‑acre parcel at R‑90, warning that RMD‑25 would bring dense development and traffic

Rockville Mayor and Council · November 17, 2025
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Summary

Residents of Newmark Commons told the council they oppose rezoning a 10‑acre parcel from R‑90 to RMD‑25 (which could allow up to ~250 units), citing wetlands, historic neighborhood character, school walking routes and increased vehicle traffic; petition signatures were presented ahead of a Dec. 1 zoning vote.

Multiple residents of Newmark Commons and surrounding neighborhoods addressed the Rockville Mayor and Council during the community forum on Nov. 17, urging officials to retain the current R‑90 zoning for a 10‑acre parcel adjacent to their neighborhood and opposing a potential rezoning to RMD‑25.

Pat Reber said a petition circulated for two weeks collected signatures…

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