Maryland Department of Planning

The Maryland Department of Planning is a government agency based in Baltimore, Maryland. Employing 105 people, the department is dedicated to ensuring the preservation and protection of the state's natural resources, built environment, and public assets. The Maryland Department of Planning supports smart and sustainable growth through various means. They provide land use planning and implementation support to local governments, communities, businesses, and organizations. The department develops data and analysis to support planning activities across the state, offering technical assistance and reviewing local plans and programs. To achieve its mission, the department utilizes research, analysis methods, and resources. Demographic, socio-economic, cultural, and geographic information, coupled with land-use trends, are analyzed using computer modeling and geographic information systems. This data is then presented to users across the state in the form of interactive online tools and practical guidance. For more information, visit planning.maryland.gov.