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County staff brief commissioners on school-capacity rules and student-generation rates

Commissioners of Saint Mary's County · January 28, 2026
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Summary

Land Use staff reviewed the county’s Adequate Public Facilities rules (CZO ch. 70 §70-11), student-generation rates set by resolution in 2008, and systemwide capacity figures through Dec. 31, 2025; staff noted systemwide capacity remains available but localized concentrations of development (Leonardtown, Lexington Park) can create school crowding.

On Jan. 27 county planning staff presented an overview of the Adequate Public Facilities (APF) program as it relates to school capacity and allocation of development-related student slots.

Miss Andritz said APF rules are contained in Chapter 70 of the county zoning ordinance, with section 70-11 addressing school capacity. The presentation summarized the county’s adopted student-generation rates (established…

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