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The services we provide include professional planning assistance to our municipalities, municipal training, program management, project and plan development, informative publications, and other products.
Our services to the general public include demographic information, aerial photography, maps, and publications. Our focus is to serve our citizens by planning well-designed communities with revitalized downtowns, housing choices, efficient transportation systems, scenic open spaces, trails, vibrant employment centers, preserved farmland, and community facilities.
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Latest issue of "MCPC Monthly"
Check out the December 1, 2023 issue of “MCPC Monthly.” It features our 2023 Montgomery Award winners! Read the newsletter... -
Three Municipal Projects Receive Montgomery County Transportation Program Grants
Three projects across the county will receive Montgomery County Transportation Program (CTP) grants in the 2023 selection cycle. -
Groundbreaking for Section B of Ridge Pike Improvement Project
Montco and partners celebrated the groundbreaking for Section B of the Ridge Pike Improvement Project on October 4. A true partnership at the federal, state, and local levels, this project will improve safety and accessibility and reduce congestion. Read on... -
Business Parks Report
This business park inventory report sheds some light on the spatial impact that formal employment centers have on Montgomery County. Read on... -
Multifamily and Attached Housing
The multifamily and attached housing inventory report indicates the housing preferences of the county’s residents. Read on... -
Shopping Centers Inventory Report
Our shopping centers inventory report shows a total of 151 shopping centers in Montgomery County as of the end of 2022. Read on... -
Age-Restricted Housing Inventory Report
The age-restricted housing report lists 128 age-restricted developments with more than 20,200 independent living units across the county. Read on... -
September 5, 2023 - Ridge Pike Section D Traffic Restrictions
Ridge Pike will experience single-lane closures between Belvoir Road and Alan Wood Road following the Labor Day weekend. On weekdays, motorists should expect delays from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. until further notice. Additional Info... -
2023 Montco 2040 Implementation Grant Recipients
Fifteen municipal projects in the county received Montco 2040 Implementation Grant awards in this eighth year of grant funding. The grants are aimed at implementing Montgomery County's comprehensive plan, "Montco 2040: A Shared Vision." Read on... -
Montgomery County Opens New Chester Valley Trail Extension
The Montgomery County Commissioners joined with other local officials today to cut the ribbon on the Chester Valley Trail Extension, a 3.8-mile extension of the Chester Valley Trail. -
Lane Closures Begin March 8 for Ridge Pike Improvement Project
The lane closure will be in effect from Pine Ridge Road through Northwestern Avenue in the eastbound direction and from Northwestern Avenue to Park Ave in the westbound direction. -
2023 Montco 2040 Implementation Update
Take a look at all of the 2022 implementation projects and activities to achieve the goals of Montgomery County's comprehensive plan. Read on... -
2022 Annual Summary of Subdivision, Land Development and Zoning Activity
The 2022 Annual Summary of Subdivision, Land Development, and Zoning Activity shows proposals by municipality. Read on... -
Montgomery County Seeks Public Input on New County Comprehensive Plan
The Montgomery County Planning Commission (MCPC) invites everyone to take part in the planning for the county’s upcoming 2050 comprehensive plan. -
Montgomery County Planning Commission Releases Return on Environment Study
The study demonstrates how protected open space—public parks and trails, preserved farmland, and private conserved lands—results in millions of dollars in terms of savings, earnings, and avoided costs each year. -
Montgomery County Seeks New Farmers to Preserve Their Farms for Future Generations
The Montgomery County Planning Commission is accepting applications for the 2022 round of the Montgomery County Agricultural Land Preservation Program. Read on... -
Eight Municipal Projects Receive Montgomery County Transportation Program Grants
The Montgomery County Commissioners announced that eight projects across the county will receive Montgomery County Transportation Program grants for the 2021 selection cycle. Read on...
Contact Us
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Scott France, AICP
Executive Director
Location
One Montgomery Plaza
Suite 201
425 Swede St.
Norristown, PA 19401
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ParkingMailing Address
PO Box 311
Norristown, Pa 19404-0311Contact
610-278-3722
610-278-3941 (Fax)
planning@montgomerycountypa.govHours
Monday - Friday
8:30 a.m. - 4:15 p.m.