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Planning Commission recommends cutting 100-ft buffer to 35 ft at Marley Run to allow parking and stormwater work

Calvert County Planning Commission · February 19, 2026
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Summary

The commission voted to recommend the Board of County Commissioners amend the cited buffer resolution to remove a 100-foot buffer while maintaining a 35-foot setback at Marley Run Recreation Area so Parks & Recreation can pave the gravel parking lot, address erosion and stormwater issues, and pursue ADA improvements; staff reported ~$1,000,000 currently available and a request for $2.5 million more in FY27.

Calvert County Parks & Recreation asked the Planning Commission on Feb. 18 to recommend a change to a county buffer requirement at Marley Run Recreation Area so staff can proceed with schematic design for parking, stormwater and field-stabilization work.

Amanda Stilwagen, Parks & Safety Division Chief, described the site as constrained by steep topography and noted existing gravel parking, maintenance sheds encroaching a 100-foot…

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