View the latest map online at www.rockvillemd.gov/developmentwatch.
Shady Grove Neighborhood Center
A major new development is seeking approval to redevelop seven office buildings at the southeast corner of Shady Grove and Gaither roads as a small mixed-use community. Currently in the early concept phase as a project plan, the project would comprise a maximum of 1,600 multi-unit dwellings and 330 townhouse units, a maximum of 850,000 square feet of nonresidential uses, including office, retail, hotel and/or institutional uses. Public open spaces, new street connections and other amenities would be included if the project is approved as proposed.
Upper Rock Retail Coming Soon
As the final phase of the Upper Rock project takes shape at the corner of Shady Grove and Choke Cherry roads, a recently approved amendment to the project plan allowed nearly 35,000 square feet of retail space to be added to the Gables Upper Rock apartment development. Four buildings will contain a mix of service, restaurant and other retail tenants. Already announced to open are MOM’s Organic Market and CVS Pharmacy.
King Farm Townhomes Completed
Fifty-three new townhomes at the west end of King Farm Boulevard are now completed and being occupied as the King Farm planned development nears its full build-out. Once slated for over 260,000 square feet of office, in December 2014 the Mayor and Council approved 76 residential townhomes for this site and a site across the street.
The four-story townhomes are about 1,700 to 2,200 square feet, with rear decks, rooftop terraces and rear-facing garages from shared alleys. Moderately priced units are dispersed throughout the development.
Know the Process, Stay Informed
The Rockville community is encouraged to take part in decisions about development projects in the city. Below are a few ways to stay informed:
- Check the latest major planning applications at www.rockvillemd.gov/developmentwatch for status updates on projects in your neighborhood and throughout Rockville.
- Attend an area meeting led by project applicants to provide input on certain projects before consideration by city boards or commissions.
- Find meeting schedules, agendas and information packets for the Mayor and Council and all boards and commissions at www.rockvillemd.gov/AgendaCenter.
- Call 240-314-8200 to ask about projects near you.