ZTA 26-08, Nonconforming Use - Reinstatement
Montgomery County
Description
The Council introduced a zoning text amendment that would reinstate certain nonconforming uses, sponsored by Councilmember Friedson. A public hearing is set for June 16.
Impact summary
Gives businesses and property owners a second chance to revive previously lawful uses.
At a glance
- Hearings
- 4
- Public comments
- 2
- Total mentions
- 4
Last vote · City Council
Last discussed Jul 28, 2026.
Meeting timeline (4)
Council Session - Jul 28, 2026
Lets property owners reinstate a grandfathered land use abandoned for less than five years, with hearing examiner approval.
PHP Committee Worksession - Jul 13, 2026
A zoning text amendment letting businesses that closed within the past five years apply to reinstate their old nonconforming zoning status, with neighbor notice and an annual DPS report.
Council Session - Jun 16, 2026
A zoning text amendment to let abandoned nonconforming uses (like the closed Western Market) be reinstated drew Planning Board support 5-0 with modifications and favorable testimony from a land-use attorney. Committee worksession to be scheduled.
Council Session - Apr 28, 2026
The Council introduced a zoning text amendment that would reinstate certain nonconforming uses, sponsored by Councilmember Friedson. A public hearing is set for June 16.
Related issues (2)
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