Montgomery Matters: staff previews comprehensive-plan update, sets Feb. 11 public hearing
Jan 15, 2026
County planners reviewed Montgomery Matters, the draft comprehensive plan update, highlighting engagement to date, proposed growth-area designations (Merrimack and Bethel), priorities on housing affordability, infrastructure, transportation, resiliency and next steps for adoption; staff requested edits and scheduled a Feb. 11 public hearing.
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Planning staff presented a multi-chapter update to Montgomery County's comprehensive plan (branded 'Montgomery Matters') during a work session on Jan. 14 and asked commissioners to submit edits before the plan goes to public hearing.
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