7/13/26 Planning Commission

The St. Mary's County Planning Commission held a meeting on July 13, 2026, primarily focused on deliberations regarding land use and zoning changes associated with several development projects. Key procurement-related discussions centered on the Wildwood Development by Stanley Martin, where the commission considered a land use change request to allow for up to 415 residential units. The discussion included infrastructure concerns such as road upgrades, water and sewer capacity, and school capacity, with emphasis on the need for developer-funded improvements to support new development. The commission also addressed the legal limitations on binding zoning changes to specific development plans and the timing of future rezoning opportunities. Additionally, the commission reviewed a land use change request for the Medina property in Charlotte Hall to increase mixed-use intensity, and a request to incorporate a property into the Hollywood Town Center for residential development. Motions were made and votes taken on these land use changes, with some approvals and noted concerns about infrastructure and community impact. The meeting included references to coordination with state agencies, economic development considerations, and the importance of balancing growth with preservation of rural character.