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THE TOWN OF CENTREVILLE 101 LAWYERS ROW CENTREVILLE, MD 21617
410-758-1180 FAX 410-758-4741 WWW.TOWNOFCENTREVILLE.ORG
MEMORANDUM
To: Town of Centreville Planning and Zoning Commission
From: Peter Flint, Zoning Administrator
Date: May 11, 2026
Subject: Blue Crab Car Wash – Final Plat Approval & Final Site Plan Approval
Background
The applicant is requesting final approval of the Final Subdivision Plat and Final Site Plan for the Blue
Crab Car Wash project. The Planning Commission previously reviewed this project at its August 20,
2025, meeting and granted preliminary approval with conditions.
On August 20, 2025, the Planning Commission granted preliminary approval for the subdivision plat and
preliminary site plan. The preliminary subdivision plat was approved subject to Laser Drive dedication
consistent with the public works agreement. The preliminary site plan was approved subject to the
applicant submitting signage specifications, building elevations and materials, and lighting details.
Since preliminary approval, the applicant has submitted revised materials addressing the site plan
conditions related to signage, building elevations/materials, and lighting. The Laser Drive condition has
also been addressed through a new public works agreement executed by the owners of Laser Drive. Staff
understands that this agreement satisfies the prior condition related to Laser Drive for purposes of final
plat approval; however, dedication of the road will occur at a later date when the remaining improvements
are completed.
Final Subdivision Plat
The Planning Commission previously granted preliminary approval of the subdivision plat subject to the
Laser Drive condition discussed above. The applicant is now requesting final approval of the subdivision
plat.
No additional subdivision-related issues have been identified for Planning Commission review as part of
the final plat approval. Final recordation remains subject to administrative and technical review.
Final Site Plan
The applicant has submitted updated final site construction plans for the Blue Crab Car Wash project. The
final site plan remains generally consistent with the plan previously reviewed by the Planning
Commission. The primary items remaining for Commission review relate to the specific conditions
carried forward from the August meeting: signage, lighting, and architectural elevations/materials.
Signage
The applicant has submitted updated sign graphics and dimensions for the proposed wall signs and
freestanding sign. Staff understands the updated sign package to be the controlling sign design for zoning
and site plan review purposes.
The updated sign package includes two wall signs each measuring 4 feet by 8 feet, or 32 square feet, for a
total of 64 square feet. The package also shows one freestanding sign measuring 6 feet by 4 feet, or 24
square feet, with an overall height of 6 feet.
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The applicable commercial sign table for the PBD District allows wall/flat signs up to 32 square feet per
sign. It also allows two freestanding signs per corner lot, with a maximum area of 24 square feet and a
maximum height of 6 feet. The Town Design Standards also limit wall-mounted signage based on
building frontage and prohibit signage exceeding 100 square feet per structure.
Future sign changes would be reviewed through the applicable sign permit process.
Lighting
At the August meeting, the Planning Commission requested additional lighting information. The
applicant has since removed the previously proposed parking lot pole lighting from the project.
The applicant has provided specifications for the proposed building-mounted wall lights. The proposed
fixtures are shown as 12W, 3000K integrated LED outdoor wall lights. The architectural elevations
identify the proposed fixture as an aluminum wall sconce with up-and-down lighting and wet-location
use.
Staff understands that no parking lot pole lighting is approved as part of this final site plan. Any future
parking lot pole lighting or additional site lighting would require further Town review.
Architecture and Materials
The Planning Commission previously requested additional building elevations and material information.
The applicant has submitted updated architectural drawings showing all sides of the proposed building.
The architectural elevations include material and color notes identifying the proposed exterior treatments,
including pre-finished aluminum coping, black downspouts, silver ACM fascia, EIFS, charcoal standing
seam metal roofing/fascia, CMU finishes, scored CMU feature bands, split-faced CMU, storefront
framing, aluminum canopies, overhead doors, and wall sconces.
The side and rear elevations are not fully color-rendered to the same extent as the front elevation. The
submitted material schedule and elevation notes indicate that the proposed material and color scheme will
be applied consistently throughout the building.
Staff Analysis
Staff finds that the applicant has generally addressed the Planning Commission’s prior conditions.
The Final Subdivision Plat was previously granted preliminary approval, subject to a condition regarding
Laser Drive. A new public works agreement addressing Laser Drive has since been executed, and staff
understands that it satisfies the prior condition for final plat approval.
The updated sign package appears to comply with the applicable sign regulations for wall signs and
freestanding signs in the PBD District. Staff recommends treating the updated sign package as the
controlling sign design for zoning and site plan review purposes.
Staff does not find a zoning or Design Standards requirement man parking lot pole lighting. Section 170-
32 regulates parking area lighting when provided but does not appear to require parking lot lighting. The
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proposed building-mounted lighting should be reviewed by the Commission for compatibility with the
Design Standards, particularly because the proposed fixture includes an upward lighting component. Any
exterior lighting should be installed and maintained so that it does not create glare or light trespass
beyond the site.
The architectural submittal provides the additional elevations and material information requested by the
Commission. While not all elevations are fully color-rendered, the submitted notes and material schedule
appear sufficient to establish the intended design and color scheme.
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission grant final approval of the Final Subdivision Plat and
Final Site Plan for Blue Crab Car Wash / GRCC Properties, subject to the following conditions:
The Final Subdivision Plat shall remain subject to final administrative and technical review for
recordation. The final site plan shall address any remaining technical comments from Town staff, the
Town Engineer, and applicable reviewing agencies prior to issuance of zoning approval or construction
permits.
Possible Motion
Motion to approve the Final Subdivision Plat and Final Site Plan for Blue Crab Car Wash / GRCC
Properties, Parcel 98, Proposed Lot “N,” subject to final administrative and technical review and
resolution of any remaining technical comments.
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Lane Engineering, LLC
Established 1986
Civil Engineering • Land Planning • Land Surveyors
15 Washington Street 117 Bay Street 354 Pennsylvania Avenue
Cambridge, Maryland 21613 P.O. Box 1767 Centreville, Maryland 21617
Tel 410-221-0818 Easton, Maryland 21601 Tel 410-758-2095
Fax 410-476-9942 Tel 410-822-8003 Fax 410-758-4422
Fax 410-822-2024
April 8th, 2026
Pegeen McGlathery
Town of Centreville
101 Lawyers Row
Centreville, MD 21617
Subject: Blue Crab Car Wash – GRCC Properties
Dear Ms. McGlathery,
During the August Planning Commission meeting, we received positive feedback
during the Preliminary Plan and Subdivision Plat review and received 8-0 votes for both,
and are now requesting Final Subdivision Plat & Final Site Plan review.
Enclosed with the packet is the following:
• Final Site Construction Plan – 10 copies
• Final Subdivision Plat – 10 copies
• Building elevations with materials – 10 copies (11 x 17)
• Signage specifications (Building and Freestanding) – 10 copies (11 x 17)
We have included responses from Planning Commission discussion below.
Architectural Specifications:
The Commission requested additional information regarding the proposed
materials and elevations of all four sides. Updated architectural plans and
information are enclosed.
Signage Specifications:
The Commission requested additional details and information. Specifications for
the building and freestanding signage are enclosed.
Lighting Specifications:
The owner has decided to remove all pole lighting from the site.
www.leinc.com
general@leinc.com

Thank you for your review of this project. Should you have any questions or need
additional information, please contact me directly at 410-822-8003.
Sincerely,
Brett C. Ewing, AICP
Principal

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TOWN COUNCIL OF CENTREVILLE
ORDINANCE NO __-2026
AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF CENTREVILLE AMENDING THE TOWN
OF CENTREVILLE ZONING ORDINANCE, WHICH IS CHAPTER 170 OF THE CODE OF
THE TOWN OF CENTREVILLE, TO UPDATE THE FENCE PROVISIONS
WHEREAS, the Town Council of Centreville has the authority under Section 5-213 of the Local
Government Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland, to adopt regulations;
WHEREAS, Section 4-102(6) of the Land Use Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland authorizes
the Town Council of Centreville to regulate the location and use of buildings, signs and structures on
the land;
WHEREAS, the Town desires to amend Chapter 170 of the Code of the Town of Centreville to amend
the definitions, design standards, sign charts, and code provisions regarding signs;
WHEREAS, the Town Council received a _____________ recommendation on the zoning
amendment from the Centreville Planning and Zoning Commission; and
WHERAS, the Town Council held a public hearing on the zoning amendment on ___________.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Town Council of Centreville:
Section 1. The recitals set forth above are incorporated herein by reference and made a part of this
Ordinance.
Section 2. Section 170-39 of the Centreville Town Code is renamed to Accessory Structures and is
hereby amended as shown on the Exhibit A attached hereto.
(Language to be deleted from the existing Ordinance is indicated in bold strikethrough format and
language to added is indicated by bold italics text)
Section 3. Section 170-70 Definitions of the Centreville Town Code is hereby amended as shown on
the Exhibit B attached hereto.
(Language to be deleted from the existing Ordinance is indicated in bold strikethrough format and
language to added is indicated by bold italics text)
Section 4. If any section, clause, paragraph, sentence or phrase of the Ordinance or the application
thereof to any person, or circumstances is held invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent
jurisdiction, the invalidity or unconstitutionality shall in no way effect other provisions or any other
application of this Ordinance which can be given effect without the invalid or unconstitutional
provision or application, and for this purpose the provisions of this Ordinance are declared severable.
Section 5. This Ordinance shall become effective twenty days after its enactment.
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ATTEST: THE TOWN COUNCIL OF CENTREVILLE
____________________________________
R. Gaye Adams Ashley Heffernan Kaiser, Esq., President
Town Clerk
_____________________________________
First Reading: Jeffrey D. Kiel, Vice President
Second Reading:
Enacted:
Effective: _____________________________________
Sandra Lee Huffer, Member
_____________________________________
Frederick E. Beu, Member
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Fred M. McNeil, Member
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EXHIBIT A FENCE AMENDMENTS
170-39 Accessory Uses and Structures; Fences
A. Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, all uses and accessory structures shall be located
outside the required front or side yards in any residential or commercial district. Accessory
uses and structures that are a part of or attached to the main building require the same
minimum yard setbacks as the main building. [Amended 1-2-2014 by Ord. No. 13-2013; 10-4-
2019 by Ord. No. 11-2019; 9-2-2021 by Ord. No. 09-2021]
B. Accessory buildings which are not a part of or attached to the main building, although they
may be connected by an open breezeway, may only be located between the rear lot line and
the closest point of the rear wall of the main building, provided that the sum of the building
footprints of all existing and proposed accessory building does not exceed 30% of the area of
the required rear yard and provided the following standards are adhered to: [Amended 9-2-
2021 by Ord. No. 09-2021]
1. Every accessory building shall be set back from side and rear lot lines at least three feet
except as provided herein:
a. The minimum required setback from the side and rear lot lines shall be five feet
up to a maximum height of 15 feet and 10 feet for every height above 15 feet as
shown in the table presented here:
Minimum Setback from Lot Line
Height of Accessory Building (feet)
(feet)
Side Rear Vegetative Buffer
Under 12 3 3 Not required
12 - under 15 5 5 Required
15 and over 10 10 Required
2. The building height shall be no higher than the height of the principal structure on the
lot.
3. The permit application for any building 12 feet or more in height shall include a native
species evergreen buffer planting plan designed to allow only filtered views of the
building from adjoining lots and the street.
C. Side yard fences. Fences are prohibited between the side street yard building restriction line
of any residential building and any publicly dedicated street, private street or private parking
area; however, in the R-1 Zone, the Zoning Administrator may permit a fence in a side yard
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on a corner lot outside of the building restriction line, providing that the fence does not
affect visibility at nearby intersections. If the fence crosses any Town-owned easements, the
property owner shall record a statement among the land records of Queen Anne’s County
that it is their responsibility and that they shall bear the cost of removal if the fence must be
moved or removed in order to access the easement, and that if the fence is damaged for any
reason, there is no liability on behalf of the Town. This section shall not affect any
easements that are not Town owned, which shall be governed by the easement document in
terms of whether fences are permitted int eh easement area. [Amended 5-2-2019 by Ord.
No. 04-2019]
D. Rule of construction. In applying the fence restrictions contained in this section, the term
“front yard’ shall mean the “apparent front yard,” and the side, side street and rear yards of
any lot shall be determined by their relationship to the apparent front yard of the lot. For
through corner lots, one yard abutting a publicly dedicated right-of-way, private right-of-way
or parking area shall be determined to be the apparent front yard as defined herein, and the
other two yards abutting publicly dedicated rights-of-way or parking areas shall be side
street yards.
C. Fences
1. Classification
Fences and walls shall be considered structures for purposes of this chapter and shall
comply with the location requirements set forth herein. Applications for fences and walls
that comply with subsections 1 through 4 shall be processed administratively;
applications that do not comply may be considered only under C.5.
2. Definitions
For the purposes of this subsection, certain terms or words used herein shall be
interpreted as follows:
Interior Side Yard. The required setback area along a lot line between two parcels where
neither parcel boundary abuts a public street, private street, private right-of-way, alley,
or parking area.
Through Lot. A lot, other than a corner lot, having frontage on two (2) generally parallel
streets. The frontage to which the street address is assigned shall be the apparent front
yard, and the opposite frontage shall be the secondary front yard.
Secondary Front Yard. On a lot with more than one front yard, any front yard other than
the apparent front yard.
Wall. A freestanding wall intended to function as a fence for enclosure or screening.
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3. Allowable Locations
Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, fences may be located within the
required yard setbacks in the following areas:
a. Front yard (Apparent Front Yard). Fences and walls may be located within the
apparent front yard, provided that any portion of a fence or wall located forward
of the front wall of the principal structure facing the apparent front yard shall:
1. Not exceed forty-eight (48) inches in height, measured from finished
grade.
2. Be an open design providing a minimum transparency of fifty percent
(50%) when viewed perpendicular to the fence line.
b. Secondary Front Yard
(1) Through Lots. On a through lot, fences and walls may be located within
the required secondary front yard where the lots immediately adjoining
on both sides along the same frontage have the same apparent front yard
as the subject lot.
(2) Corner Lots. Fences and walls may be located within the required
secondary front yard, provided that any portion of a fence or wall located
between the secondary frontage and the principal structure shall not
exceed forty-eight (48) inches in height, measured from finished grade.
Any portion of the of a fence or wall located forward of the front wall of
the principal structure facing the secondary frontage shall:
a) Not exceed fourth-eight (48) inches in height, measured from finished
grade.
b) Be an open design providing a minimum transparency of fifty percent
(50%) when viewed perpendicular to the fence line.
c. Lots with nonconforming principal structure (front setback). Where the principal
structure is a lawfully existing nonconforming structure with respect to a required
front yard setback, a fence or wall may be located within the required front yard
setback between the required front yard setback line and the front wall of the
principal structure, provided that no portion of the fence or wall is located closer
to the front lot line than the front wall of the principal structure and the fence or
wall otherwise complies with this subsection.
d. Interior side yards. Fences or walls shall be located no closer to the front lot line
than the front wall of the principal structure.
e. Rear yards. Fences or walls may be located within the required rear yard.
4. Restrictions.
Notwithstanding the allowable locations set forth in Subsection 3, fences and walls
shall be subject to the following restrictions:
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a. Sidewalks and pedestrian access. No fence or wall may be constructed in a
manner that obstructs or encloses a required or public sidewalk or access
easement serving the lot.
b. Driveways providing primary access. No fence or wall shall be constructed across,
obstruct, or block any driveway or other vehicular access to the lot from a street.
If more than one such access exists, the primary access shall be the access serving
the addressed frontage or, if unclear, as determined by the Zoning Administrator.
c. Visibility at intersections. All fences and walls shall comply with §170-35, Visibility
at Intersections.
d. Height. No fence or wall shall exceed eight (8) feet in height, measured from
finished grade, except as approved pursuant to subsection C.5.
e. Materials & Composition
(1) Finished side out. The finished side of any fence shall face outward toward
adjoining properties and public ways.
(2) Prohibited materials. The following are prohibited.
(a) Barbed wire or razor wire, except as approved pursuant to subsection C.5.
(b) Electrified Fences.
(c) Chain link fences, except as approved pursuant to subsection C.5.
(d) Fencing constructed of light duty or temporary materials, including but
not limited to metal T-posts, plastic mesh, construction fencing, snow
fencing, or similar materials shall not be used as a perimeter fence or
installed along any lot line or street frontage, except for temporary use
during active construction or similar short-term activities.
Exception: Wire backing (welded wire, woven wire, or similar open wire
mesh) is permitted when attached to and supported by a structural fence,
(including split-rail or other wood fence) provided that the wire backing
does not extend above the top rail and is not used as the primary
structural support.
5. Planning Commission Approval – Nonresidential/security fencing
The Planning and Zoning Commission may approve fences and walls for properties
used for nonresidential purposes in all zoning districts that do not comply with the
standard height and materials limitations of this subsection, including chain link
fencing, and barbed wire/razor wire, subject to the following:
a. Application and site plan
(1) An application submitted under this subsection shall include the standard
fence permit submittal items required by the Town, including a site plan
showing the location of a proposed fence.
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(2) Planning and Zoning Commission approval required. When an applicant
proposes a fence or wall for a nonresidential use that does not comply with
the provisions of this subsection, including but not limited to height or
materials, the application shall be referred to the Planning and Zoning
Commission for approval.
b. Findings.
The Planning and Zoning Commission may approve a request under this subsection
upon finding that the proposed fence or wall:
(1) Is reasonably necessary for site security, protection of equipment/inventory,
operational safety, or compliance with state or federal regulatory
requirements;
(2) Is compatible with adjacent properties and surrounding development
considering location, height, materials, and appearance;
(3) Meets applicable buffer yard/screening requirements or provides additional
screening measures as a condition of approval; and
(4) Complies with §170-35, Visibility at Intersections.
c. Conditions.
The Planning and Zoning Commission may impose reasonable conditions on
height, materials, placement, screening, lighting, and maintenance to ensure
compliance with this subsection and the findings above.
d. Residential uses in nonresidential districts.
This subsection shall not apply to fences and walls serving a residential use, which
shall comply with the residential fence location, height, and materials standards
of this subsection regardless of underlying zoning district.
6. Easements
Town owned easements. Where a fence or wall crosses or is located within a Town
owned easement, the property owner shall record a statement among the land
records of Queen Anne’s County acknowledging that:
a. The fence or wall is installed at the owner's risk;
b. The owner shall bear the cost of removal or relocation if access to the easement is
required; and
c. The Town shall bear no liability for damage to the fence or wall.
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d. Fences within landscape and drainage easement areas shall be constructed a
minimum of 3 inches above grade to allow for the flow of water.
7. Rule of Construction
a. Apparent front yard. The term “front yard” shall mean the apparent front yard of
the lot, as defined in §170-70, unless the context clearly requires otherwise.
b. Secondary front yard. On lots with more than one front yard, the term “secondary
front yard” shall have the meaning set forth in this subsection.
c. Yard classification. The side yard, secondary front yard, and rear yard of any lot
shall be determined by their relationship to the apparent front yard and, where
applicable, the secondary front yard of the lot.
d. Lots with more than one frontage. For lots with more than one frontage, yards
abutting a publicly dedicated street, private street, private right-of-way, or
parking area shall be classified consistent with the apparent front yard and
secondary front yard designations.
e. Administrative determination. If uncertainty exists as to the designation of the
apparent front yard or the classification of yards on a lot for the purposes of this
subsection, the Zoning Administrator shall make the determination consistent
with the intent of this subsection and the definitions in §170-70.
8. Nonconforming Fences
A fence or wall lawfully established prior to the effective date of applicable fence
regulations that does not conform to the provisions of this subsection shall be
considered a nonconforming structure as defined in §170-13 and may remain in
place, subject to §170-14. Nothing herein shall be construed to authorize the
enlargement, extension, reconstruction, or replacement of a nonconforming fence or
wall except as permitted by §170-14.
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EXHIBIT B DEFINITIONS
The following definitions shall be added or amended. All other definitions remain unchanged.
170-70 Definitions:
For the purposes of this chapter, certain terms or words herein shall be interpreted as follows:
YARD, FRONT. A yard extending between side lot lines across the front of a lot.
A. In any required front yard, no fence or wall shall be permitted which materially impedes
vision across such yard above the height of 36 inches, and no hedge or other vegetation shall
be permitted which materially impedes vision across such yard between the heights of 36
inches and 10 feet.
A.B. In the case of corner lots, a front yard of the required depth shall be provided in accordance
with the prevailing yard pattern, and a second front yard of half the depth required generally
for front yards in the zone shall be provided on the other frontage.
B.C. In the case of corner lots with more than two frontages, the Zoning Administrator shall
determine the front yard requirements, subject to the following limitations:
1. At least one front yard shall be provided having the full depth required generally in the
zone.
2. No other front yard on such lot shall have less than half the full depth required
generally.
C.D. Depth of required front yards shall be measured at right angles to a straight line joining the
foremost points of the side lot lines. The foremost point of the side lot line, in the case of
rounded property corners at street intersections, shall be assumed to be the point at which
the side and front lines would have met without such rounding. Front and rear yard lines shall
be parallel.
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TOWN COUNCIL OF CENTREVILLE
ORDINANCE NO 03-2026
AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF CENTREVILLE AMENDING THE TOWN
OF CENTREVILLE ZONING ORDINANCE, WHICH IS CHAPTER 170 OF THE CODE OF
THE TOWN OF CENTREVILLE, TO ALLOW SOLAR ARRAYS AS A SPECIAL
EXCEPTION USE IN THE RESIDENTIAL R-1 ZONING DISTRICT
WHEREAS, the Town Council of Centreville has the authority under Section 5-213 of the Local
Government Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland, to adopt regulations;
WHEREAS, Section 4-102(6) of the Land Use Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland authorizes
the Town Council of Centreville to regulate the location and use of buildings, signs and structures on
the land;
WHEREAS, the Town desires to amend Chapter 170 of the Code of the Town of Centreville to allow
solar arrays as a special exception use in the Residential R-1 Zoning District
WHEREAS, the Town Council received a _____________ recommendation on the zoning
amendment from the Centreville Planning and Zoning Commission; and
WHERAS, the Town Council held a public hearing on the zoning amendment on ___________.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Town Council of Centreville:
Section 1. The recitals set forth above are incorporated herein by reference and made a part of this
Ordinance.
Section 2. Section 170-19 Residential District R-1 of the Centreville Town Code is hereby amended to
add a new paragraph C.9 to add solar arrays as a special exception use.
9. Solar arrays, providing that:
a. In addition to other special exception requirements set forth in this chapter,
applications for solar arrays shall provide the following:
(1) A property proposing to have a solar array shall be at least two acres in size.
(2) The solar array shall be set back a minimum of 50 feet from properties with
residential uses.
(3) Solar arrays shall not exceed 12 feet in height as measured from the ground.
(4) Site plans shall demonstrate the following:
(A) Show all equipment and/or storage buildings, shelters, landscaping,
access and environmental features on the site.
(B) Demonstrate that stormwater is managed in accordance with all county
and state requirements and that there is no discharge that causes
degradation of Town, county or state waters.
(C) Show that all wiring not on the solar arrays shall be underground
except where necessary to connect to the public utility.
(D) Show that the gross usable area will exclude any wetland areas that are
regulated by the Maryland Department of the Environment or the U.S.
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Department of the Interior (administered by the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers). All forested areas removed during construction or
operation shall be mitigated in accordance with the Forest
Conservation Act.
(E) Demonstrate that any required utility right-of-way is allocated.
(F) Provide a detailed landscape plan demonstrating that noninvasive
native plant species are used to surround the solar arrays site,
providing a vegetated buffer around the perimeter of the site area of
the solar arrays. Additional buffer area may be required by the Board
of Appeals to provide screening from adjacent residential uses and/or
public or private roads and/or rights-of-way. It shall be demonstrated
in the landscape plan as part of the site plan that plantings will be of a
type that will adequately screen the solar arrays from view of adjoining
properties and private and public roadways, and a landscape berm
appropriate to accept plantings, up to four feet high, may be used to
assist in screening solar arrays.
(G) Provide documentation that noise generated by the facility shall be
limited to 60 dBA as measured at the property line except when a
backup generator is needed for maintenance. Construction on the site
is exempt from this standard.
(H) Provide that lighting shall be in accordance with design standards and
this chapter.
(I) Demonstrate that the solar arrays, including the electrical and
mechanical components, shall conform to relevant and applicable
local, state and national codes.
b. Maintenance of solar arrays shall be demonstrated according to following guidelines:
(1) If solvents are required for cleaning of solar modules, they must be
biodegradable.
(2) All broken or waste solar modules shall be removed from the site within 60
days of being taken out of service.
(3) A maintenance agreement for the landscape plan is provided with assurance
of replacement for plantings and viability of the landscaped buffer.
c. Removal of abandoned solar generating equipment.
(1) A bond, or other acceptable security, whose amount shall be determined by the
Board of Appeals, may be required to assure removal of any unused or
unmaintained solar arrays.
(2) Any solar energy power generating system that has not operated for a
continuous period of 12 months shall be considered unused and abandoned
unless the Board of Appeals grants an extension. The owner of an unused
system shall remove the entire system within six months of receipt of notice
from Town of Centreville notifying the owner of the equipment removal
requirement. Removal includes removing any underground structures or
supports and electrical transmission wire. All materials must be legally
removed from the site. The site shall be restored to its original condition after
removal is complete.
d. Building permit fees shall be determined by resolution of the Town Council.
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(Language to be deleted from the existing Ordinance is indicated in bold strikethrough format and
language to added is indicated by bold italics text and/or highlighted)
Section 3. If any section, clause, paragraph, sentence or phrase of the Ordinance or the application
thereof to any person, or circumstances is held invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent
jurisdiction, the invalidity or unconstitutionality shall in no way effect other provisions or any other
application of this Ordinance which can be given effect without the invalid or unconstitutional
provision or application, and for this purpose the provisions of this Ordinance are declared severable.
Section 4. This Ordinance shall become effective twenty days after its enactment.
ATTEST: THE TOWN COUNCIL OF CENTREVILLE
____________________________________
R. Gaye Adams Ashley Heffernan Kaiser, Esq., President
Town Clerk
_____________________________________
First Reading: Jeffrey D. Kiel, Vice President
Second Reading:
Enacted:
Effective: _____________________________________
Sandra Lee Huffer, Member
_____________________________________
Frederick E. Beu, Member
______________________________________
Fred M. McNeil, Member
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TOWN COUNCIL OF CENTREVILLE
ORDINANCE 06-2026
AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF CENTREVILLE ADOPTING
A TEMPORARY MORATORIUM ON THE APPLICATION FOR, APPROVAL
OF, CONSTRUCTION OF, EXPANSION OF, PROCESSING OF, OR ISSUANCE
OF ANY BOARD OF APPEALS, BUILDING PERMIT, AND ZONING
CERTIFICATE APPLICATIONS FOR ANY BOADINGHOUSES, BED-AND-
BREAKFASTS, AND SHORT-TERM RENTALS AND PENDING
CONSIDERATION AND ADOPTION OF REVISED ZONING ORDINANCE
PROVISIONS AS THE TOWN COUNCIL MAY CONSIDER ADVISABLE
WHEREAS, the Town Council of Centreville has the authority under Section 5-213 of the Local
Government Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland, to enact and administer a zoning
ordinance, which is Chapter 170 of the Centreville Town Code; and
WHEREAS, Section 4-102(6) of the Land Use Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland
authorizes the Town Council of Centreville to develop and adopt zoning restrictions to promote
the health, safety, morals or general welfare of the community, including the location and use of
buildings, signs and structures on the land; and
WHEREAS, the Town Council of Centreville enacted the current provisions for
boardinghouses, bed-and-breakfasts, and short-term rentals in 2014 and 2015; and
WHEREAS, the short-term rental industry has changed significantly since 2014 and 2015, and
the Town Council does not believe that the current provisions adequately address the current
structure of short-term rentals and the potential issues that they create; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Centreville has had several short-term rental applications in a short
period of time, and there is a need to ensure that short-term rentals are properly regulated to
reduce potential neighborhood impacts; and
WHEREAS, the acceptance and processing of any applications, site plan and/or issuance of
other zoning approvals, building permits, or zoning certificates before appropriate study of the
matter, obtaining desired public input, and consideration and approval of meaningful and
effective Town ordinances and regulations governing the matter, would frustrate the Town’s
ability to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the residents to the Town and be adverse to the
orderly development of the Town; and
WHEREAS, a temporary moratorium on new short-term rentals will allow the Town staff,
Planning and Zoning Commission, and Town Council to consider potential amendments to the
zoning ordinance to strengthen Town law and protect the health, safety, and welfare of the Town
of Centreville citizens; and
WHEREAS, the Town Council has determined that a temporary moratorium, for a term of six (6)
months, is a reasonable length of time to study, receive input and adopt any revisions to the Zoning
Ordinance; and
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WHEREAS, the Centreville Planning and Zoning Commission considered the matter at its
_________________, 2026 meeting and has recommended that the Town Council approve this
Ordinance.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it ordained by the Town Council of Centreville:
Section 1. The recitals set forth above are incorporated herein by reference and made a part of
this Ordinance.
Section 2. A moratorium on the application for, consideration of, approval of, construction of,
expansion of, processing of, or issuance of permits for any Board of Appeals, building permit, and
zoning certificate applications for any boardinghouses, bed-and-breakfasts, and short-term rentals.
Section 3. During the moratorium, the Town (including the Town Planning & Zoning
Administrator’s office, the Building Department, the Planning and Zoning Commission, the Board
of Appeals, the Town staff, and the Town Council) shall not process, consider, review, or approve
any application, permit, or other approval under the Town Zoning Ordinance for any
boardinghouses, bed-and-breakfasts, and short-term rentals.
Section 4. The moratorium shall apply to applications currently pending before the Town, as well
as, applications filed after the effective date of this Ordinance. However, it does not apply to any
application as of the effective date of this Ordinance that has received site plan approval, zoning
certificate approval and/or a building permit and which has already been approved by the Board
of Zoning Appeals.
Section 5. This moratorium is adopted to allow sufficient time for the Town to accomplish the
following:
a. Study the impacts of short-term rentals on residential neighborhoods,
housing availability and affordability, and community character;
b. Receive public input, specifically to have the Planning Commission review
this issue and provide recommendations;
c. Review and analyze short-term rental regulations adopted by other
jurisdictions;
d. Consider any revisions to the Zoning Ordinance;
e. Consider all such other matters as the Town Council, Planning and Zoning
Commission, and Town staff deem appropriate.
Section 6. The Town Council shall have and reserves the right to extend or modify this
moratorium for such additional period or periods and on such terms and conditions as it deems
necessary for the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of the Town of Centreville.
Section 7. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance or of the codes
hereby adopted are, for any reason, held to be unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the
validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance or those codes.
Section 8. This Ordinance shall become effective twenty (20) days after its enactment.
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ATTEST: THE TOWN COUNCIL OF CENTREVILLE
____________________________________
R. Gaye Adams Ashley Heffernan Kaiser, Esq., President
Town Clerk
_____________________________________
First Reading: Jeffrey D. Kiel, Vice President
Second Reading:
Enacted:
Effective: _____________________________________
Sandra Lee Huffer, Member
_____________________________________
Frederick E. Beu, Member
______________________________________
Fred M. McNeil, Member
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ISSUED BUILDING PERMITS
April 1 - 31, 2026
Permit # Applicant Owner Address Type Issue Date*
Pave existing gravel
BP-22-26 Accurate Asphalt Michael Crandall 205 Hope Road driveway 4/2/2026
BP-23-26 Travis Germann Travis Germann 603 Little Kidwell Ave Fence 4/2/2026
BP-24-26 Niel Ellick/Economy Restoration Sarah Bevington 159 Harmony Way Roof replacement 4/14/2026
BP-25-26 Deborah Miller Deborah Miller 309 Opera Court Gas fireplace 4/9/2026
Charles Martin/CRM Home Install bathroom inside
BP-26-26 Improvements Hadyn Blanchard 305 Little Kidwell existing home 4/13/2026
Christopher Parrot/D&L Clean Power Installation of solar
BP-27-26 Solutions Jennifer Heverin 112 Weedon Street modules 4/23/2026
BP-28-26 Lauren Jones/Tesla Energy Jacqueline Heimbach 819 Harmon Way Replace solar modules 4/20/2026
BP-29-26 Susan Pendleton Susan Pendleton 328 Kidwell Avenue Fence 4/20/2026
BP-30-26 Niel Ellick/Economy Restoration William Oles 203 Brookfield Drive Roof replacement 4/20/2026
BP-31-26 Amanda Sadler Amanda Sadler 116 Kings Court Patio 4/23/2026
BP-32-26 Jordan Porach Jordan Porach 143 Long Creek Way Fence 4/23/2026
BP-34-26 Niel Ellick/Economy Restoration Thomas McManus 137 Symphony Way Roof replacement 4/28/2026
BP-35-26 Peter Flint Peter Flint 132 Spring Street Fence 4/28/2026