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Planning commission grants concept approval for G & H residences after public outcry over scale, parking and design
Summary
The Leonardtown Planning & Zoning Commission approved concept site plan approval for Case 29-25 — a proposed three‑story, 16‑unit apartment building — after residents and commissioners raised concerns about height, façade design, parking, traffic and trash access; staff said final façade review will be part of the next stage.
The Leonardtown Planning & Zoning Commission voted to grant concept site plan approval for Case 29‑25, the G & H residences, a proposed three‑story, 16‑unit apartment building on the west side of Washington Street.
Planning staff told the commission the site is in the commercial business district, the project complies with the town municipal code for permitted residential uses in that zone and requires 32 parking spaces, including two accessible spaces. The applicant has provided approvals from local conservation and county public works and has agreed to dedicate a 10‑foot strip for future Pope Street improvements.
Residents and several commissioners urged design changes to reduce visual…
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