Baltimore County Department of Planning

10/30/2026

📢 Calling All Baltimore County Community Organizations!

The Baltimore County Department of Planning has a NEW organization registration system! All organizations must register, even if they were registered in the previous system.

Registration helps ensure your organization receives important updates about development proposals, planning initiatives, community meetings, and opportunities for public input.

Organization leaders are encouraged to register as soon as possible to remain active and eligible for notifications. Registration must be renewed annually.

🔗 Learn more and Register Today: tinyurl.com/BCOrganizations

10/29/2026

Don't forget the deadline to apply for the Department of Planning Community Improvement Grant is tomorrow. This is a great opportunity to use funding for Placemaking in your community! Check out the Placemaking Toolkit to help bring creative, place-based projects to life.

Visit the links below to learn more about Placemaking and Grant Funding opportunities.
🎉Placemaking Toolkit: https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/6629c0b3537748a79fdedd918706f226

💰Community Improvement Grants:
https://tinyurl.com/BaltCoCommunityImprovement

10/06/2026

🏛️ Have an idea to improve your community?
Baltimore County is planning for the future, and we want to hear from YOU! The Capital Improvement Program (CIP) guides County investments in Schools, Parks, Roads & Bridges, Water & Sewer, and Public Facilities.

Your voice helps shape future investments in our County’s infrastructure, open spaces, and public services! Here’s how you can share your ideas 👇

1️⃣ Speak at the Citizen Input Meeting (CIM)
Share your project ideas in person. Each speaker has 2 minutes to present.

2️⃣ Send written comments
Email your thoughts to [email protected]
by Monday, November 1.



📅 Thursday, October 15 at 5 p.m.
Jefferson Building Hearing Room
105 West Chesapeake Avenue,
Towson, Maryland 21204

Learn more here: https://www.baltimorecountymd.gov/departments/planning/development-land-use/capital-improvement-program

10/05/2026

What is Placemaking?

Placemaking is the turning of spaces into places. At the Baltimore County Department of Planning, we define “placemaking” as a process that brings spaces to life in ways that deepen bonds between people and place, make neighborhoods more vibrant and connected, and nurture a sense of identity and belonging.

The Baltimore County Department of Planning today unveiled a new placemaking toolkit to:
✅ give community organizations practical guidance and resources to turn ideas for public spaces into projects that bring people together
✅ strengthen neighborhoods
✅ reflect the character of local communities.

Find out more about the Placemaking Toolkit Here:

StoryMap

10/05/2026

📅 October Planning -Related Meetings | Baltimore County
Here are the meeting you can look forward to this month.

Thursday, October 8 at 6:00pm: Landmarks Preservation Commission
Thursday, September 17 at 4-6pm: Planning Board (Community Input Meeting for the Capital Improvement Program at 5pm

💻For details on how to attend virtual meetings, visit: www.baltimorecountymd.gov.

09/29/2026

This month, the District 4 Community Planner held her third third quarter Community Pop-Up! Yolanda joined Food Truck Wednesdays with the Granite Patapsco Community Association to connect with residents, hear ideas, and provide insight on current projects within District 4.

Be on the look out for more ways to stay connected with the Baltimore County Department of Planning staff across the county.

Planning

09/28/2026

🏢 Calling Pikesville property owners and businesses!

The Pikesville Downtown Partnership’s Façade Improvement Grant is now accepting applications to help improve storefronts and building exteriors in downtown Pikesville.

Applicants may receive up to $50,000 toward approved exterior improvement. Eligible projects include signage, awnings, lighting, windows, doors, painting, masonry, murals, and more. Application Deadline: October 15, 2026.

Want to learn more? Join the Grant Info Session:
📍 Pikesville Armory NCO Club
640 Reisterstown Road
Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 12–1:30 p.m.

Visit https://www.jotform.com/262365551528057 to apply, register for an information session, and review full eligibility details.

09/09/2026

📢 We’re hiring!

Help shape the future of Baltimore County as a Community Planner with the Department of Planning. In this role, you’ll:
✅ Engage with communities and stakeholders
✅ Help develop Small Area Plans and other community plans
✅ Use data and GIS to inform planning decisions
✅ Review development, zoning, and land use proposals
✅ Support projects that promote sustainable, equitable communities

If you’re passionate about planning, community engagement, and creating better places to live, work, and grow, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply online today: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/baltimorecounty

09/09/2026

🌟 Celebrating Maddy’s time with Baltimore County Planning!

Earlier this year, Maddy joined our team as an intern, gaining hands-on experience in community planning, engagement, placemaking, and mapping. From developing a county-wide placemaking methodology to exploring the Road to Freedom Trail, Maddy brought curiosity, creativity, and thoughtful ideas to her work.

We’re grateful to have had her on the team and wish her all the best in her next chapter!

09/08/2026

💵 Community Improvement Grant Applications are now open!

The Baltimore County Department of Planning is accepting applications for the FY27 Community Improvement Grants program. Over $2 million available for community-based capital projects across Baltimore County with awards ranging from $3,000-$200,000!

Want to Learn More? Hear from the Department of Planning at these upcoming events!
💻 Informational Webinar
Thursday, September 10 at noon
📍 Workshops: Community Leaders Summit
Monday, October 5 (times varies)

Eligible projects may include: Murals & public art, Bike racks, planters & security cameras, Community gardens, Improvements to community-owned buildings & properties & more!

📅 Application Deadline: Friday, October 30, 2026 at 3 p.m.

💻 Learn more, review eligibility requirements, and apply:
https://planninggrantopportunities-bc-gis.hub.arcgis.com/pages/community-improvement-grants