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Neighbors urge lower‑density alternatives and better notice for Tower Oaks rezoning
Summary
Residents urged the Rockville Planning Commission to reconsider RMD‑25 for the 9.75‑acre Tower Oaks parcel, citing incompatibility with adjacent neighborhoods, traffic and emergency‑response concerns on Potomac Valley Road, unmarked graves on the site, and late notice to surrounding residents. They asked the commission to evaluate RMD‑10 or RMD infill options and to improve public notification.
Alex Spoletta, speaking for roughly 700 residents of Newmark Commons and Markwood, told the Planning Commission the commission and staff have not seriously considered lower‑density designations for the 9.75‑acre Tower Oaks parcel and urged review of RMD‑10 or an RMD infill option instead of RMD‑25. “Why haven't you considered options to RMD‑25 for the 9.75 acre Tower Oaks parcel next to Newmark,” Spoletta asked, saying neighbors learned of the proposed upzoning only last year and urging earlier notification for meaningful engagement.
Anastred Molina, who identified herself as a Marquardt Neighborhood…
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