Title
A Resolution concerning preparation of a new sector plan and Sectional Map Amendment (SMA) and Approval of Goals, Concepts, Guidelines, and Public Participation Program for the Marlboro Pike area, which is a portion of Planning Area 75A. For the purpose of initiating an amendment to the 1985 Approved Master Plan and 1986 Sectional Map Amendment for Suitland – District Heights and Vicinity (Planning Areas 75A and 75B); and approving the Goals, Concepts, Guidelines and a Public Participation Program in order to develop a comprehensive approach to implement the recommendations of the 2002 General Plan, to ensure that future development is consistent with county policies.
Background
The approved Fiscal Year 2008 Planning Department Work Program includes the preparation of the Marlboro Pike Sector Plan and Sectional Map Amendment (SMA). The sector plan and SMA will amend the 1985 Approved Master Plan and 1986 Sectional Map Amendment for Suitland – District Heights and Vicinity, Planning Areas 75A and 75B, and will implement the 2002 Approved Prince George’s County General Plan. The sector plan will be a long-range, comprehensive plan that provides tools to enhance the quality and character of communities and neighborhoods, encourage quality economic development and re-development, provide diverse housing opportunities, protect environmentally sensitive lands, protect and preserve historic sites and make efficient use of existing and proposed county infrastructure and investment. The goal of the final product will be to establish the framework for viable community enhancement, land use compatibility, sustainable economic development, and improved transportation system. The plan and SMA are being prepared concurrently in accordance with Section 27-225.01.05 of the Zoning Ordinance. Approval of the resolution authorizes the Planning Board to begin preparation of the plan and approves the plan’s proposed Goals, Concepts, Guidelines, and a Public Participatio...
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