The Prince George’s County Planning Department offices at Largo Headquarters are closed to in-person visits due to building construction. The reopening date is not yet known; however, work continues, and development applications will still be accepted electronically. The public can reach divisions and staff via email and phone by checking the Contact Us page for more information.

What is zoning?

April 8, 2024

Zoning, broadly speaking, determines what can and cannot be built on a property and the amount of development that can occur. For example, a property in a residential zone typically prohibits the construction of non-residential uses like restaurants and factories.