Planning Commission

The Garrett County Planning Commission is composed of nine members appointed by the Garrett County Commissioners. A primary duty of the Planning Commission is the development of the County’s Document Comprehensive Plan (66.35 MB) . 

The Planning Commission ensures that the goals and objectives of the Comprehensive Plan are carried out by serving in an advisory role in the development and implementation of all County land use ordinances, regulations and policies. The Planning Commission also provides advisory opinions concerning the Deep Creek Watershed Zoning Ordinance and, along with Planning & Land Management staff, administers the Garrett County Subdivision Ordinance by reviewing all major subdivision applications and waiver requests.

Meeting Dates

The Garrett County Planning Commission typically meets on the first Wednesday of every month. Meetings will also be livestreamed on this page below.

Members of the Board

• Tony Doerr- Chairman
• Jeffery Conner- Vice Chairman
• Jeff Messenger- Secretary
• Larry Tichnell- Ex Officio
• Tim Schwinabart
• Elizabeth Georg
• Bruce Swift
• Julie Friend- Alternate
• Terah Crawford- Alternate

Annual Reports

• Document 2018 Planning Commission Annual Report (5.38 MB)
• Document 2017 Planning Commission Annual Report (4.88 MB)
• Document 2016 Planning Commission Annual Report (4.98 MB)
• Document 2015 Planning Commission Annual Report (1.53 MB)
• Document 2014 Planning Commission Annual Report (1.46 MB)
• Document 2013 Planning Commission Annual Report (6.01 MB)
• Document 2012 Planning Commission Annual Report (3.41 MB)
• Document 2011 Planning Commission Annual Report (4.87 MB)
• Document 2010 Planning Commission Annual Report (3.13 MB)