# Gaithersburg Live

The Gaithersburg Planning Commission held a meeting on September 16, 2026, primarily focused on approving minutes from previous meetings and reviewing a final site plan application (SP-100084-2025) for street and boulevard improvements at 701 Russell Avenue in the mixed-use development zone. The project involves significant infrastructure work including street grid creation, utility installation, stormwater management, and pedestrian safety enhancements such as new traffic signals and crosswalks. The developer, WRS, presented details on phased construction, including road and transit station improvements, with coordination involving city, county, and state agencies. The commission discussed design elements like street furniture, lighting, and landscaping, emphasizing pedestrian-friendly features and future signage and wayfinding plans. The commission unanimously approved the final site plan with conditions requiring revised plans addressing staff comments prior to final signatures. Public comments raised concerns about transit station location and pedestrian access, which staff acknowledged and committed to addressing in ongoing planning efforts.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure, Transportation
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Regulatory Compliance
**Published:** September 17, 2026

### Sources
- [Gaithersburg Live](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5B64B7IyxlQ) - gburgMD