Tower Oaks / former poor farm parcel rezoning (Planning Area 12)
Rockville
Summary
The 9.75-acre parcel next to New Mark Commons was slated for RMD-25 (about 243 units). Residents pushed for RMD-10, citing school-bus safety, wetlands, wildlife, and a possible historic cemetery of former poor farm burials. A council majority is leaning toward RMD-15 with Don Mills Court closed to through traffic.
At a glance
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Last discussed May 11, 2026.
Impact analysis
RMD-15 would yield roughly 146 units (22 MPDUs) versus 243 units (37 MPDUs) under RMD-25.
Future residents gaining new housing, including affordable units; New Mark Commons and Markwood residents gain from restricted access and lower density than planned.
Neighbors argue any added density brings traffic, noise and habitat loss; the landowner seeks higher density.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Mayor and Council — May 11, 2026
The 9.75-acre parcel next to New Mark Commons was slated for RMD-25 (about 243 units). Residents pushed for RMD-10, citing school-bus safety, wetlands, wildlife, and a possible historic cemetery of former poor farm burials. A council majority is leaning toward RMD-15 with Don Mills Court closed to through traffic.
Planning Commission — February 25, 2026
The map amendment includes rezoning the Tower Oaks property to RMD-25, which nearby Newmark Commons residents opposed in testimony. The commission's memo will record their concerns about safety, school crowding, historic compatibility, and notification.
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