Events Calendar

Upcoming Events

2026
Apr 29

Colman Manor Town Hall

Office Hours—Port Towns Sector Plan and SMA

Wednesday, April 29, 2026
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Add to Calendar 3:00 PM 7:00 PM America/Los_Angeles Office Hours—Port Towns Sector Plan and SMA We invite you to meet with the Port Towns project team to ask questions, share your feedback, and share your concerns or suggestions directly with the team. Visit the Port Towns webpage for more project details.

We invite you to meet with the Port Towns project team to ask questions, share your feedback, and share your concerns or suggestions directly with the team. Visit the Port Towns webpage for more project details.

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2026
Apr 30

Online and M-NCPPC, Parks and Recreation Administration Building (Auditorium)

Planning Board Meeting

Thursday, April 30, 2026
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Add to Calendar 10:00 AM 12:00 PM America/Los_Angeles Planning Board Meeting The Prince George’s County Planning Board meets on Thursdays to consider planning, zoning, subdivision, and other matters within its jurisdiction. The meetings may be viewed in person at the M-NCPPC, Parks and Recreation Administration Building in Riverdale and via live streaming video. Public participation is encouraged. Everyone who wishes to speak virtually or in person at the Planning Board meeting must register online by noon on the Tuesday, two days prior to the Planning Board meeting. Written comments, documents, and exhibits must be received via email, hand delivery, or mail by noon on the Tuesday before the Planning Board meeting…

The Prince George’s County Planning Board meets on Thursdays to consider planning, zoning, subdivision, and other matters within its jurisdiction. The meetings may be viewed in person at the M-NCPPC, Parks and Recreation Administration Building in Riverdale and via live streaming video. Public participation is encouraged. Everyone who wishes to speak virtually or in person at the Planning Board meeting must register online by noon on the Tuesday, two days prior to the Planning Board meeting. Written comments, documents, and exhibits must be received via email, hand delivery, or mail by noon on the Tuesday before the Planning Board meeting to be included in the record. For more details, visit: www.pgplanningboard.org.

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The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission encourages the participation of persons with disabilities in all its programs and services. Register at least a minimum of two weeks in advance of the program start date to request and receive a disability accommodation. Call the Public Affairs Office at 301-952-3038, email PublicAffairs@ppd.mncppc.org, or complete the online form. 

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2026
May 04

Virtual

Office Hours (Virtual)—Port Towns Sector Plan and SMA

Monday, May 04, 2026
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Add to Calendar 11:00 AM 1:00 PM America/Los_Angeles Office Hours (Virtual)—Port Towns Sector Plan and SMA We invite you to meet with the Port Towns project team to ask questions, share your feedback, and share your concerns or suggestions directly with the team. Visit the Port Towns webpage for more project details, including the event link.

We invite you to meet with the Port Towns project team to ask questions, share your feedback, and share your concerns or suggestions directly with the team. Visit the Port Towns webpage for more project details, including the event link.

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2026
May 04

County Council Hearing Room, Wayne Curry Administration Building

Joint Public Hearing – (68-074-05) Weinstein House/Harry’s Market Proposed Historic Site Designation

Monday, May 04, 2026
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Add to Calendar 5:30 PM 7:30 PM America/Los_Angeles Joint Public Hearing – (68-074-05) Weinstein House/Harry’s Market Proposed Historic Site Designation The Prince George’s County Council, sitting as the District Council, and the Prince George’s County Planning Board of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission will hold an in-person Joint Public Hearing to receive public testimony on the Weinstein House/Harry’s Market (Documented Property 68-074-05). The joint public hearing on the proposed Prince George’s County Historic Site designation will take place at the Wayne K. Curry Administration Building, 1st Floor Council Hearing Room, 1301 McCormick Drive, Largo, MD 20774. The meeting may be viewed via live streaming video at https://pgccouncil.us/LIVE. To register to speak or submit comments or written testimony, please use the…

The Prince George’s County Council, sitting as the District Council, and the Prince George’s County Planning Board of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission will hold an in-person Joint Public Hearing to receive public testimony on the Weinstein House/Harry’s Market (Documented Property 68-074-05). The joint public hearing on the proposed Prince George’s County Historic Site designation will take place at the Wayne K. Curry Administration Building, 1st Floor Council Hearing Room, 1301 McCormick Drive, Largo, MD 20774. The meeting may be viewed via live streaming video at https://pgccouncil.us/LIVE. To register to speak or submit comments or written testimony, please use the Council’s eComment portal at: https://pgccouncil.us/Speak. For those unable to use the portal, comments/written correspondence may be emailed to: onlinesignup@co.pg.md.us or faxed to (301) 952-5178.

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2026
May 11

Virtual

Brown Bag Lunch Series—More Urban Street Design Standards

Monday, May 11, 2026
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Add to Calendar 12:00 PM 1:00 PM America/Los_Angeles Brown Bag Lunch Series—More Urban Street Design Standards The Prince George’s County Planning Department will host a monthly Brown Bag Series virtually via Microsoft Teams, covering various planning topics. The session on Monday, May 11, 2026, will cover more Urban Street Design Standards. Following strong interest in our initial session, we’re continuing the conversation with a dynamic second Brown Bag focused on the Urban Street Design Standards—this time featuring a panel of representatives from Department of Permitting, Inspections and Enforcement (DPIE), Department of Public Works & Transportation (DPW&T) and the Planning Department, who are involved in shaping and implementing these guidelines across Prince George’s County. Join us for…

The Prince George’s County Planning Department will host a monthly Brown Bag Series virtually via Microsoft Teams, covering various planning topics. The session on Monday, May 11, 2026, will cover more Urban Street Design Standards.

Following strong interest in our initial session, we’re continuing the conversation with a dynamic second Brown Bag focused on the Urban Street Design Standards—this time featuring a panel of representatives from Department of Permitting, Inspections and Enforcement (DPIE), Department of Public Works & Transportation (DPW&T) and the Planning Department, who are involved in shaping and implementing these guidelines across Prince George’s County.

Join us for a deeper dive into how interagency collaboration is advancing the vision set forth in Plan 2035 and County legislation. Panelists will share real-world perspectives on applying the standards within publicly funded projects and beyond, highlighting how coordinated efforts are creating safer, more accessible, and better-connected multimodal networks.

Please register at least a week in advance.

 

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2026
May 11

Wayne K. Curry Administrative Building

Joint Public Hearing – The Preliminary Port Towns Sector Plan and Proposed Sectional Map Amendment (CR-094-2023)

Monday, May 11, 2026
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Add to Calendar 6:00 PM 8:00 PM America/Los_Angeles Joint Public Hearing – The Preliminary Port Towns Sector Plan and Proposed Sectional Map Amendment (CR-094-2023) The Prince George’s County Council, sitting as the District Council, and the Prince George’s County Planning Board of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission will hold an in-person Joint Public Hearing on the Preliminary Port Towns Sector Plan and Proposed Sectional Map Amendment (SMA) (CR-094-2023) at the Wayne K. Curry Administration Building, 1st Floor Council Hearing Room, 1301 McCormick Drive, Largo, MD 20774. The meeting may be viewed via live streaming video at https://pgccouncil.us/LIVE. To register to speak or submit comments or written testimony, please use the Council’s eComment portal at: https://pgccouncil.us/Speak. For those unable to use the portal, comments/written correspondence may…

The Prince George’s County Council, sitting as the District Council, and the Prince George’s County Planning Board of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission will hold an in-person Joint Public Hearing on the Preliminary Port Towns Sector Plan and Proposed Sectional Map Amendment (SMA) (CR-094-2023) at the Wayne K. Curry Administration Building, 1st Floor Council Hearing Room, 1301 McCormick Drive, Largo, MD 20774. The meeting may be viewed via live streaming video at https://pgccouncil.us/LIVE. To register to speak or submit comments or written testimony, please use the Council’s eComment portal at: https://pgccouncil.us/Speak. For those unable to use the portal, comments/written correspondence may be emailed to: onlinesignup@co.pg.md.us or faxed to (301) 952-5178.

 

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2026
May 15

Council Chamber

Bike to Work Day

Friday, May 15, 2026
6:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Add to Calendar 6:30 AM 8:30 AM America/Los_Angeles Bike to Work Day The M-NCPPC Prince George’s County Planning Department will join organizations across the Washington Metropolitan area in observing Bike to Work Day. The annual initiative promotes cycling as quiet, clean, and a viable transportation mode as well as encourages bicycling as a fun and healthy commuter option. The Planning Department will host a pit stop near National Harbor at 100 Heritage Cove Road, Oxon Hill, MD 20745, from 6:30 – 8:30 a.m. For more information, to find a pit stop, and to register, visit: https://www.biketoworkmetrodc.org/.

The M-NCPPC Prince George’s County Planning Department will join organizations across the Washington Metropolitan area in observing Bike to Work Day. The annual initiative promotes cycling as quiet, clean, and a viable transportation mode as well as encourages bicycling as a fun and healthy commuter option. The Planning Department will host a pit stop near National Harbor at 100 Heritage Cove Road, Oxon Hill, MD 20745, from 6:30 – 8:30 a.m. For more information, to find a pit stop, and to register, visit: https://www.biketoworkmetrodc.org/.

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2026
May 15

College Park Airport

Planning Board Special Meeting

Friday, May 15, 2026
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Add to Calendar 9:30 AM 12:00 PM America/Los_Angeles Planning Board Special Meeting The M-NCPPC Prince George’s County Planning Board will attend a site visit of the College Park Airport in advance of a future scheduled Public Meeting (Date TBD) on the proposed expansion of the Junior Tennis Champions Center. The site visit is free and open to any members of the public to attend. Parking is available on-site. The purpose of the site visit is educational. No business will be conducted during the visit. Assistance  The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission encourages the participation of persons with disabilities in all its programs and services. Register at least a minimum of two weeks…

The M-NCPPC Prince George’s County Planning Board will attend a site visit of the College Park Airport in advance of a future scheduled Public Meeting (Date TBD) on the proposed expansion of the Junior Tennis Champions Center. The site visit is free and open to any members of the public to attend. Parking is available on-site. The purpose of the site visit is educational. No business will be conducted during the visit.

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The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission encourages the participation of persons with disabilities in all its programs and services. Register at least a minimum of two weeks in advance of the program start date to request and receive a disability accommodation. Call the Public Affairs Office at 301-952-3038, email PublicAffairs@ppd.mncppc.org, or complete the online form. 

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2026
May 19

Virtual

Historic Preservation Commission Meeting

Tuesday, May 19, 2026
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Add to Calendar 6:30 PM 8:30 PM America/Los_Angeles Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Hosted by the Prince George’s County Planning Department, the Prince George’s County Historic Preservation Commission meeting will be held virtually on the third Tuesday of the month. For meeting details, visit the Historic Preservation webpage, call 301-952-3680, or email HistoricPreservation@ppd.mncppc.org.

Hosted by the Prince George’s County Planning Department, the Prince George’s County Historic Preservation Commission meeting will be held virtually on the third Tuesday of the month. For meeting details, visit the Historic Preservation webpage, call 301-952-3680, or email HistoricPreservation@ppd.mncppc.org.

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2026
May 21

Montpelier Historic Site, Museum & Arts Center

Prince George’s County Historic Preservation Reception

Thursday, May 21, 2026
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Add to Calendar 6:00 PM 8:00 PM America/Los_Angeles Prince George’s County Historic Preservation Reception Organized by M-NCPPC, the Prince George’s County Historic Preservation Commission, and other local heritage organizations, the annual Historic Preservation Reception will take place on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at Montpelier Historic Site, Museum, and Arts Center, 9650 Muirkirk Road, Laurel, MD 20708. This event is free of charge for all attendees. Registration is required to attend. RSVP by May 13 via the online form or email to historicpreservation@ppd.mncppc.org.

Organized by M-NCPPC, the Prince George’s County Historic Preservation Commission, and other local heritage organizations, the annual Historic Preservation Reception will take place on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at Montpelier Historic Site, Museum, and Arts Center, 9650 Muirkirk Road, Laurel, MD 20708. This event is free of charge for all attendees. Registration is required to attend. RSVP by May 13 via the online form or email to historicpreservation@ppd.mncppc.org.

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Previous Events

2025
Mar 26

M-NCPPC Largo Headquarters

Open House Event for Go Prince George’s Preliminary Countywide Master Plan of Transportation

Wednesday, March 26, 2025
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Add to Calendar 6:00 PM 8:00 PM America/Los_Angeles Open House Event for Go Prince George’s Preliminary Countywide Master Plan of Transportation The Prince George’s County Planning Department of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) will host two open house events to discuss Go Prince George’s Preliminary Countywide Master Plan of Transportation on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, from 6 – 8 p.m. and Thursday, March 27, 2025, from noon – 2 p.m., at the M-NCPPC Largo Headquarters, 1616 McCormick Drive, Largo, MD 20774. Open House attendees will be able to view and learn more about the long-range multi-modal transportation plan, speak directly with planners, and provide feedback on the recommendations. Advance registration is available at https://pgplan.org/goopenhouse. Learn more here…

The Prince George’s County Planning Department of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) will host two open house events to discuss Go Prince George’s Preliminary Countywide Master Plan of Transportation on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, from 6 – 8 p.m. and Thursday, March 27, 2025, from noon – 2 p.m., at the M-NCPPC Largo...

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2025
Mar 20

Virtual and M-NCPPC Largo Headquarters (Auditorium)

Planning Board Meeting

Thursday, March 20, 2025
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Add to Calendar 1:00 PM 2:00 PM America/Los_Angeles Planning Board Meeting The Prince George’s County Planning Board meets on Thursdays to consider planning, zoning, subdivision, and other matters within its jurisdiction. The meetings may be viewed in person at the M-NCPPC Largo Headquarters and via live-streaming video. Public participation is encouraged. Everyone who wishes to speak virtually at the Planning Board meeting must register online by noon on the Tuesday, two days prior to the Planning Board meeting. On-site registration to speak at in-person meetings will be available, however advance registration is strongly encouraged. Written comments, documents, and exhibits must be received via email, hand delivery, or mail by noon on the…

The Prince George’s County Planning Board meets on Thursdays to consider planning, zoning, subdivision, and other matters within its jurisdiction. The meetings may be viewed in person at the M-NCPPC Largo Headquarters and via live-streaming video. Public participation is encouraged. Everyone who wishes to speak virtually at the Planning Board...

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2025
Mar 19

Hybrid from the Parks and Recreation Administration Building in Riverdale

M-NCPPC Full Commission Meeting

Wednesday, March 19, 2025
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Add to Calendar 10:00 AM 12:00 PM America/Los_Angeles M-NCPPC Full Commission Meeting The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission will hold its Full Commission meeting in a hybrid format from the Parks and Recreation Administration Building in Riverdale and via video conference. Agenda packets will be available online.  Assistance  The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission encourages the participation of persons with disabilities in all its programs and services. Register at least a minimum of two weeks in advance of the program start date to request and receive a disability accommodation. Call the Public Affairs Office at 301-952-3038, email PublicAffairs@ppd.mncppc.org, or complete the online form. 

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission will hold its Full Commission meeting in a hybrid format from the Parks and Recreation Administration Building in Riverdale and via video conference. Agenda packets will be available online.  Assistance  The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission encourages the participation of persons with...

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2025
Mar 18

Virtual

Historic Preservation Commission Meeting

Tuesday, March 18, 2025
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Add to Calendar 6:30 PM 8:30 PM America/Los_Angeles Historic Preservation Commission Meeting Hosted by the Prince George’s County Planning Department, the Prince George’s County Historic Preservation Commission meeting will be held virtually on the third Tuesday of the month. For meeting details, visit https://www.pgplanning.org/countywide-planning/historic-preservation or call 301-952-3680, or email HistoricPreservation@ppd.mncppc.org.  

Hosted by the Prince George’s County Planning Department, the Prince George’s County Historic Preservation Commission meeting will be held virtually on the third Tuesday of the month. For meeting details, visit https://www.pgplanning.org/countywide-planning/historic-preservation or call 301-952-3680, or email HistoricPreservation@ppd.mncppc.org.  

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2025
Mar 14

Virtual

Subdivision and Development Review Committee Meeting

Friday, March 14, 2025
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Add to Calendar 9:30 AM 11:30 AM America/Los_Angeles Subdivision and Development Review Committee Meeting Subdivision and Development Review Committee (SDRC) is a coordination and interagency meeting early in the development review process with the applicant and M-NCPPC staff, where the public can be invited to virtually view the meeting only. The meetings are held virtually and may be viewed via live streaming video. The agendas are posted online. Learn more at https://www.pgplanning.org/development-process/subdivision-applications#SDRC

Subdivision and Development Review Committee (SDRC) is a coordination and interagency meeting early in the development review process with the applicant and M-NCPPC staff, where the public can be invited to virtually view the meeting only. The meetings are held virtually and may be viewed via live streaming video. The...

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2025
Mar 13

Southern Regional Technology and Recreation Complex

Fort Washington Forward Town Hall Meeting: Sustainable Communities 

Thursday, March 13, 2025
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Add to Calendar 6:00 PM 8:00 PM America/Los_Angeles Fort Washington Forward Town Hall Meeting: Sustainable Communities  The Prince George’s County Planning Department will join Fort Washington Forward for a Town Hall Meeting to explore a Sustainable Community Designation and to discuss how residents and community stakeholders can participate in the process. Advance registration and the agenda are available online. For more information, email development@fwforward.org.  

The Prince George’s County Planning Department will join Fort Washington Forward for a Town Hall Meeting to explore a Sustainable Community Designation and to discuss how residents and community stakeholders can participate in the process. Advance registration and the agenda are available online. For more information, email development@fwforward.org.  

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2025
Mar 13

Virtual and M-NCPPC Largo Headquarters (Auditorium)

Planning Board Meeting

Thursday, March 13, 2025
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Add to Calendar 10:00 AM 12:00 PM America/Los_Angeles Planning Board Meeting The Prince George’s County Planning Board meets on Thursdays to consider planning, zoning, subdivision, and other matters within its jurisdiction. The meetings may be viewed in person at the M-NCPPC Largo Headquarters and via live-streaming video. Public participation is encouraged. Everyone who wishes to speak virtually at the Planning Board meeting must register online by noon on the Tuesday, two days prior to the Planning Board meeting. On-site registration to speak at in-person meetings will be available, however advance registration is strongly encouraged. Written comments, documents, and exhibits must be received via email, hand delivery, or mail by noon on the…

The Prince George’s County Planning Board meets on Thursdays to consider planning, zoning, subdivision, and other matters within its jurisdiction. The meetings may be viewed in person at the M-NCPPC Largo Headquarters and via live-streaming video. Public participation is encouraged. Everyone who wishes to speak virtually at the Planning Board...

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2025
Mar 11

Virtual and In-person at M-NCPPC Largo Headquarters

Brown Bag Series: Learn About CB-15 and Transitional Provisions

Tuesday, March 11, 2025
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Add to Calendar 12:00 PM 1:00 PM America/Los_Angeles Brown Bag Series: Learn About CB-15 and Transitional Provisions The Prince George’s County Planning Department will host a monthly Brown Bag Series covering various Development Review topics at the M-NCPPC Largo Headquarters. The session on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, will cover CB-15 and Transitional Provisions. Register at least a week in advance at https://pgplan.org/brownbag.  

The Prince George’s County Planning Department will host a monthly Brown Bag Series covering various Development Review topics at the M-NCPPC Largo Headquarters. The session on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, will cover CB-15 and Transitional Provisions. Register at least a week in advance at https://pgplan.org/brownbag.  

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2025
Mar 06

Virtual and M-NCPPC Largo Headquarters (Auditorium)

Planning Board Meeting

Thursday, March 06, 2025
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Add to Calendar 1:00 PM 2:00 PM America/Los_Angeles Planning Board Meeting The Prince George’s County Planning Board meets on Thursdays to consider planning, zoning, subdivision, and other matters within its jurisdiction. The meetings may be viewed in person at the M-NCPPC Largo Headquarters and via live-streaming video. Public participation is encouraged. Everyone who wishes to speak virtually at the Planning Board meeting must register online by noon on the Tuesday, two days prior to the Planning Board meeting. On-site registration to speak at in-person meetings will be available, however advance registration is strongly encouraged. Written comments, documents, and exhibits must be received via email, hand delivery, or mail by noon on the…

The Prince George’s County Planning Board meets on Thursdays to consider planning, zoning, subdivision, and other matters within its jurisdiction. The meetings may be viewed in person at the M-NCPPC Largo Headquarters and via live-streaming video. Public participation is encouraged. Everyone who wishes to speak virtually at the Planning Board...

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2025
Mar 03

Virtual

Active Transportation Advisory Group (ATAG) Meeting

Monday, March 03, 2025
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Add to Calendar 7:00 PM 8:30 PM America/Los_Angeles Active Transportation Advisory Group (ATAG) Meeting The Active Transportation Advisory Group holds virtual quarterly meetings to discuss general issues impacting bicycle, pedestrian, and share-use paths in Prince George’s County. Attendees are encouraged to register in advance. 

The Active Transportation Advisory Group holds virtual quarterly meetings to discuss general issues impacting bicycle, pedestrian, and share-use paths in Prince George’s County. Attendees are encouraged to register in advance. 

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2025
Feb 28

Virtual

Subdivision and Development Review Committee Meeting

Friday, February 28, 2025
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Add to Calendar 9:30 AM 11:30 AM America/Los_Angeles Subdivision and Development Review Committee Meeting Subdivision and Development Review Committee (SDRC) is a coordination and interagency meeting early in the development review process with the applicant and M-NCPPC staff, where the public can be invited to virtually view the meeting only. The meetings are held virtually and may be viewed via live-streaming video. The agendas are posted online. Learn more at https://www.pgplanning.org/development-process/subdivision-applications#SDRC

Subdivision and Development Review Committee (SDRC) is a coordination and interagency meeting early in the development review process with the applicant and M-NCPPC staff, where the public can be invited to virtually view the meeting only. The meetings are held virtually and may be viewed via live-streaming video. The agendas...

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2025
Feb 27

Virtual

Planning Board Meeting

Thursday, February 27, 2025
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Add to Calendar 10:00 AM 12:00 PM America/Los_Angeles Planning Board Meeting The Prince George’s County Planning Board meets virtually on Thursdays to consider planning, zoning, subdivision, and other matters within its jurisdiction. The meetings may be viewed via live-streaming video. Public participation is encouraged either through a phone bridge or by using Microsoft Teams. Everyone who wishes to speak at the Planning Board meeting must register online by Noon on the Tuesday, two days prior to the Planning Board meeting. Written comments, documents, and exhibits must be received via email, fax, or mail by Noon on the Tuesday before the Planning Board meeting to be included in the record. For more…

The Prince George’s County Planning Board meets virtually on Thursdays to consider planning, zoning, subdivision, and other matters within its jurisdiction. The meetings may be viewed via live-streaming video. Public participation is encouraged either through a phone bridge or by using Microsoft Teams. Everyone who wishes to speak at the...

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Assistance: M-NCPPC encourages the participation of persons with disabilities in all its programs and services. To request accommodation, email PublicAffairs@ppd.mncppc.org or complete the online form.