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City Code & Regulations
The City Code and Charter are the governing documents for the City of Gaithersburg, comprised of ordinances and charter amendments enacted and enforced at the local municipal level. The City Clerk ensures all legislation is accurately recorded, maintained, certified, and made accessible to the public. Residents and users can view the full online Municipal Code to search current laws, regulations, and ordinances.
Please note: Newly adopted ordinances and amendments may not appear immediately in the online code. Updates are incorporated periodically throughout the year. Recent legislative actions are posted under “Adopted Ordinances Not Yet Codified”.
Recent Major Code Updates
New Chapter 13 Landlord-Tenant Relations Ordinance
Chapter 13 of the City Code, Landlord-Tenant Relations, underwent substantial revisions and was adopted on November 4, 2024. The updated ordinance, effective January 1, 2025, includes amendments designed to align City regulations with State and County codes while reinforcing Gaithersburg's commitment to maintaining safe, equitable, and compliant rental housing.
Visit the Neighborhood Services page for additional resources and updates.
New Zoning Ordinance
The City comprehensively revised Chapter 24 of the City Code, Zoning, through an 18-month process and initiative known as the “Retool Gaithersburg” project, which was approved on July 15, 2024. For more information visit the Development Review & Zoning web page.
Ordinances, Resolutions, & Regulations
An ordinance is a local law adopted by the Council to amend the City Code, establish zoning requirements, or authorize funding. A resolution is a formal statement of the Mayor and Council’s opinion or intent and typically becomes effective upon adoption. The City Clerk manages the legislative process, including agenda preparation, publication, attestation, and preservation of all official records, ensuring transparency and public access.
Ordinances
Resolutions
R-01-10 Fuel Management System- R-02-10 Appointment and Reappointments to EBDC, GBFC and MAC
- R-03-10 Appointment to GBFC
- R-04-10 Approving TEMP-09-001 Temp Use of Truck Parking on Metropolitan Grove Road
- R-05-10 Adopting the Process and Overview Element Amendment to the General Plan Master Plan
- R-06-10 Reimbursement of Cost of Retrofitting City Vehicles with Diesel Emission Control Devices
- R-07-10 Retrofit Diesel Vehicles with Emission Control Devices
- R-08-10 Upgrade City's Existing Time and Attendance System
- R-09-10 Reappointments to ACB, CLTA, EEC, MAC, PCAC, and SAC
- R-10-10 Adopting Water Resources Element Amendment to General Plan Master Plan
- R-11-10 Appointments and Reappointments BOSE, CLTA, GBF, MAC and PC
- R-12-10 Requesting County Council to Address Certain Items Prior ro the Approval of Gaithersburg West Master Plan
- R-13-10 Codify and Amend Official Traffic Rules and Regs
- R-14-10 Contruction of a Storm Drain Ststem for the Western Portion of Parking Lot 5 in Olde Towne
- R-15-10 Maintenance, Repair, Installation and Modification to Streetlights - Effective July 1, 2010
- R-16-10 Appointment and Reappointment to ACB and CAAC
- R-17-10 Establishing Earth Hour in the City
- R-18-10 BandO Station HVAC Replacement Project
- R-19-10 Senior Center Rear Roof Replacement
- R-20-10 Exterior Painting Projects at Various Facilities
- R-21-10 Construction of the Ridgepoint Pathway
- R-22-10 Appointments to GBF and SAC
- R-23-10 SDP-09-001 Approximately 11.14 Acres of Property Zoned MXD
- R-24-10 2010 Street Resurfacing Project
- R-25-10 2010 Street Reconstruction Project
- R-26-10 Wells Robertson House HVAC Replacement Project
- R-27-10 Temp-10-001 Temp Use of Truck Parking on Metropolitan Grove Road
- R-28-10 Endorsing the Greater Washington 2050 Compact
- R-29-10 Approving the City of Gaithersburg Emergency Operations Plan
- R-30-10 Purchase Seven 2010 Dodge Charger Police Vehicles
- R-31-10 Appointment and Reappointment to CAC and EBDC
- R-32-10 Purchase and Installation of Police Emergency Equipment
- R-33-10 New Planning, Permitting and Licensing and Code Enforcement System
- R-34-10 Reappointment to MAC
- R-35-10 Approving Personnel Rules and Reg of the City as Amended
- R-36-10 Provide Medical Insurance to Qualified Employees
- R-37-10 Purchase and Installation of Replacement Shop Lift
- R-38-10 Hardscape Work at Gaithersburg Latitude Observatory
- R-39-10 Appointment to EBDC
- R-40-10 Updating Schedule of Fees, Charges, Fines and Forfeitures
- R-41-10 City Hall Facility Assessment and Space Study
- R-42-10 Purchase Radio Equipment Hardware for the Police Department
- R-43-10 Appointments to EEC and MAC
- R-44-10 Amending Schedule of Fees, Charges, Fines and Forfeitures to add fee for Stormwater
- R-45-10 Transfer of RCN Franchise Cable Franchise Agreement to Yankee Cable Acquisition, LLC
- R-46-10 Reappointments to ACB, GAMFC APPC, CLTA, CAC, EEC, EAC, GWGFD and PCAC
- R-47-10 Payment in Lieu of Taxes Agreement with Executive Garden REO, LLC
- R-48-10 Nominating Archstone Redevelopment Project as a Smart Site
- R-49-10 Installation of In-Fill Street Lights in Fernshire Farms Community
- R-50-10 Installation of In-Fill Street Lights in Orchards Community
- R-51-10 Installation of In-Fill Street Lights in Fernshire Park Summit Community
- R-52-10 Construction of Still Creek Lane Path
- R-53-10 Approving Services Provided by MCPS for Bus Transportation and Community Use of Public Facilities
- R-54-10 Purchase City Apparel fo Various Departments and Programs
- R-55-10 Reappointments to CLTA and CAAC
- R-56-10 Awarding Frederick J. Felton Matching Grants to Various Communities
- R-57-10 Phase I of the Casey Community Center HVAC Project
- R-58-10 Awarding Frederick J. Felton Matching Grants to Various Communities
- R-59-10 Reappointments to GAMFC, CAC, PRB, and PCAC
- R-60-10 Petition to Reinstate State Shared Revenues
- R-61-10 Negotiate Development Agreement 315 East Diamond Avenue Olde Towne Park Development Partners, LLC
- R-62-10 New Public Safety Camera System
- R-63-10 Adopting Transportation Element Amendment to General Plan for Master Plan
- R-64-10 Appointments to HDC
- R-65-10 Adopting Records Retention and Disposal Schedules
- R-66-10 Transfer Funds within the General Fund Operating Budget for FY10
- R-67-10 Submit Application for Expansion of Existing Olde Towne Enterprise Zone
- R-68-10 Amending Local Standards Relating to Administration of Olde Towne Enterprise Zone
- R-69-10 Contract for Legal Services for 2011 State Legislative Agenda
- R-70-10 Reappointments to SAC and APPC
- R-71-10 Awarding Fredick J. Felton Matching Grants to Various Communities
- R-72-10 Economic Development Consultant Services
- R-73-10 Supporting the Reduilding Together Montgomery County CITI Program through Maryland Department of HCD
- R-74-10 Appointments and Reappointment to EAC and SAC
- R-75-10 Purchase Electronic Ticketing Equipment
- R-76-10 Change Name of Police Chief Advisory Committee to Police Advisory Committee
- R-77-10 Purchase One 2011 John Deere Backhoe
- R-78-10 Establish Celebrate Gaithersburg Ad Hoc Committee and Confirming Appointments
- R-79-10 Reappointment to MAC
- R-80-10 Execute Development Agreement 315 East Diamond Avenue Olde Towne Park Development Partners, LLC
- R-81-10 Second Amendment to Annexation Agreement with Crown Farm Village, LLC
- R-82-10 HD-33 202 South Summit Avenue as a Local Historic Structure