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News
Church Street Parking Garage replacement
Posted on Dec 9th, 2023
The city is preparing to demolish the 50-year-old Church Street Parking Garage and build a slightly larger, modern, up-to-date parking garage on the same site. This process will take 12-18 months once demolition and construction begin. (Note: The survey link on the scanned original paper document was intended for the recipient of that notification and may not work for viewers of the document).
City of Frederick Residential Street Parking permits - 2024 edition
Posted on Dec 8th, 2023
Here is the city's website for information on Residential (on-street) Parking Permits and a copy of 2024's permit renewal letter with important information on what you'll need to prove residency to purchase a new on-street parking permit. The 2024 permits are available beginning December 12, 2023, and into 2024. The city's Parking FAQ page is here. For parking meter street parking details, please use this link for the street parking rules and regulations.
Maryland House Bill 107 and its impact on MPCA Owners and Condo Owners across Maryland
Posted on Nov 30th, 2023
Enacted in 2022, HB 107 came about after Maryland legislators responded to the disastrous 2021 Champlain Towers South condominium collapse in Surfside, FL. In particular, the news that emerged about a lack of structural maintenance. Maryland lawmakers were concerned that underfunded reserves would lead to condo associations in Maryland deferring or neglecting necessary maintenance.
Click here for the MPCA Board Fact Sheet and FAQ document (for owners and residents registered to use this website). Here is the public link to review Maryland House Bill 107.
Grilling on Balconies of Multi-Family Residential Buildings (Apartments and Condos)
Posted on Apr 27th, 2023
Important Safety Notice:
The Frederick County Fire Prevention Code and the State Fire Prevention Code (Fire Codes) prohibit using hibachi, gas-fired grills, charcoal grills, or similar devices on any balcony, under any overhanging portion of a building, or within 15 feet of any structure.
Structural Condition/Building Report
Posted on Mar 2nd, 2023
NEW: A structural engineer has reviewed and issued a report that has been posted for the current condition of the condo building. This document was to determine if any structural concerns need to be addressed as well as for the Fannie Mae requirement for structural certification.
This report can be found on the Forms & Documents page and is titled "Structural Condition Building Report" (dated Dec. 19, 2022).
Neighborhood Events
Sailing Through the Winter Solstice by Color on the Creek
Saturday, November 23rd to Saturday, March 8th at Carroll Creek Park. (Dates subject to change).
Sailing Through The Winter Solstice begins in November, when a number of boats, transformed through the creative minds of many Frederick friends, set sail on the Creek. The boats are anchored in Carroll Creek, between Market Street and Carroll Street. Look for updates on the organization's Facebook page.
“Frederick During the Holidays” Art Exhibit
Wednesday, December 4th to Monday, December 30th, 9:00am to 5:00pm at the Delaplaine Visual Arts Center.
Frederick during the holidays Holiday Art Competition is on display at the Delaplaine Visual Arts Center from December 4th to 30th. In the Gardiner Gallery, you can take in a delightful exhibit of original holiday artwork created by local Frederick artists.
December Saturdays (three weeks of First Saturdays)
Saturday, December 7th to Saturday, December 21st, 10:00am to 9:00pm
December Saturdays are filled with holiday fun. The tree lights sparkle overhead, storefronts are decked out in greenery and bows, and Santa makes appearances here and there!
December First Saturday (12/7) Treat Yo’ Self Holiday Recipe Exchange
December Second Saturday (12/14) Holiday Scavenger Hunt with Surelocked In Escape Games
December Third Saturday (12/21) Free Santa Photos and Gift Wrapping
Festival of Lights
Wednesday, December 11th, 6:00pm to 8:00pm at City Hall Courtyard, 101 N. Court Street.
Each year, the Festival of Lights brings the season's spirit to young and old alike. Holiday greetings, carols, and inspirational messages are all part of this community tradition-based event that highlights the holiday season. The ceremony starts at 6:30PM.
Kris Kringle Procession
Friday, December 13th, 6:30pm to 8:00pm
The event begins at the corner of South Carroll and East Patrick Streets in Frederick and ends in Baker Park with the lighting of the City Tree. The Kris Kringle Procession mirrors the small-town charm that makes Frederick special during the holidays. Local children dressed as reindeer, snowflakes, angels, elves, and gifts will accompany costumed characters, some modern, some traditional, through Frederick’s downtown streets.
Association Calendar
November Board Meeting
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
5:30pm to 6:30pm
See the FAQ page for this month's board meeting location.
January Board Meeting
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
5:30pm to 6:30pm
See the FAQ page for this month's board meeting location.
February Board Meeting
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
5:30pm to 6:30pm
See the FAQ page for this month's board meeting location.
March Board Meeting
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
5:30pm to 6:30pm
See the FAQ page for this month's board meeting location.
Local Notes
An article in Southern Living
Less than an hour from D.C., Baltimore, and Gettysburg, the town of Frederick, Maryland, is an amicable people-pleaser. Like its longstanding neighbors, Frederick offers many beautiful architectural landmarks and fascinating histories. But what makes this city such a people-pleaser—and a true pleasure to visit—is how much else it has to offer.
Downtown Frederick Public Art Trail
The Downtown Frederick Public Art Trail features a variety of diverse and superb artwork. Let this walking tour be your guide. "Frederick's public art sheds light on the city's history and citizens' dreams and ambitions."
Claire McCardell, American Fashion Designer
Blog article from The Tourism Council of Frederick County: In October 2021, the Frederick Art Club dedicated a statue to McCardell along Carroll Creek.
Born in Frederick, Maryland, in 1905, Claire McCardell moved to New York as a young woman and pursued a career in the fashion industry. The impression she made and the designs she innovated became a part of American fashion history. Her legacy in the fashion world continues to be celebrated today.
Instagrammable Spots in Downtown Frederick
Surrounded by architecture that tells the story of vibrant history, Frederick provides its visitors with many distinctive locations to take the perfect photo. The natural beauty of parks and creeks in Downtown Frederick.
Weekly Carillon Recitals in Baker Park
March 3, 2024 through December 29, 2024 from 12:30 PM to 1:00 PM, Recurring weekly on Sundays.