Politics & Government
Council Bans Panhandle Lots in Greenspring-East Pikesville
Councilwoman Vicki Almond says the change will "protect residential areas from over-development."
The Baltimore County Council Monday night unanimously passed a bill banning development of some panhandle lots in the Greenspring-East Pikesville area.
The bill, sponsored by Councilwoman Vicki Almond, bans panhandle lots of less than two acres.
"Basically it helps to protect residential areas from over-development," Almond said during a March 12 hearing on the bill.
Find out what's happening in Pikesvillewith free, real-time updates from Patch.
The bill had the support of community groups including the Pikesville Greenspring Community Coalition.
"There are a number of small areas of open space that could be accessed by panhandle driveways," said Neville Jacobs, immediate past-president of the group. Jacobs said the bill will ensure that small parcels will not be developed in ways that damage the character of the existing surrounding community.
Find out what's happening in Pikesvillewith free, real-time updates from Patch.
Greenspring-East Pikesville joins three other areas with similar regulations. The county also prohibits panhandle lots in South Perry Hall-White Marsh, Middle River, and Carney-Cub Hill-Parkville.
The bill will take effect on April 1.
Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.