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Council adopts ZTA 25‑06 to clarify setback measurement for large filling stations after debate
Summary
The council approved Zoning Text Amendment 25‑06 to clarify how the 500‑foot setback for large filling stations is measured; an amendment to measure from property boundary failed 2‑9 after debate about neighborhood health impacts and project certainty for an incoming White Oak development.
The Montgomery County Council voted on Sept. 9 to adopt Zoning Text Amendment 25‑06, which clarifies measurement standards for the county’s 500‑foot setback applicable to larger filling stations. The PHP committee had recommended approval with amendments including an environmental clarifier measuring 500 feet from underground storage tanks relative to sensitive areas.
Councilmember Fontaine Gonzalez moved an amendment to measure the…
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