TRAPPE, MARYLAND — Proposed rules for accessory dwelling units and limits on industrial uses are available for introduction at Trappe Council’s Wednesday, Oct. 7, meeting at 6 p.m. at Town Hall. A workshop on Lakeside sewer revenue begins at 4:30 p.m.
Two zoning ordinances are listed as available for introduction. Ordinance 2-2026 would amend Sections 54 and 12 of the Trappe Zoning Ordinance to address requirements of Maryland House Bill 1466 regarding accessory dwelling units. Ordinance 3-2026 would amend the M Industrial District to limit permitted uses to light industrial uses, place density restrictions on the M District, revise the table of permitted uses, and establish a new supplemental use standard for industrial uses. The posted agenda does not record a vote on either ordinance.
Also on the order of business: a Planning Commission project recommendation on a proposed solar panel farm on Piney Hill Road; a St. Paul’s Episcopal Church parking request from Mr. George Meyer; and Lakeside items on net-project sewer revenue and inspection services. Committee reports include Planning and Zoning with a next meeting listed for Oct. 20, 2026. An executive session is requested to discuss a personnel matter. The agenda does not record outcomes on the solar farm, parking request, or closed session.
| Item | Record | | --- | --- | | Workshop | Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026, 4:30 p.m. — Lakeside Net Project sewer revenue | | Monthly meeting | Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026, 6:00 p.m. — Trappe Town Hall | | Ordinance 2-2026 | ADU zoning amendments (HB 1466) — available for introduction | | Ordinance 3-2026 | M Industrial District limits — available for introduction | | Other business | Piney Hill solar recommendation; St. Paul’s parking; Lakeside sewer/inspection | | Next Planning and Zoning | Oct. 20, 2026 | Public comments are capped at three minutes per person under the posted notice.
Drawn from public records; drafted with AI and edited by Peter Gorman before publication.
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