The Baltimore Sun: “Baltimore City Council advances inclusive housing legislation despite some concerns”
The Baltimore City Council advanced two bills yesterday that would significantly change its inclusionary zoning policies.
States: Maryland
The Baltimore Banner: “Three Things to Watch as Baltimore Considers Affordable Housing Requirements”
The Baltimore City Council is considering changing its mandatory affordable housing ordinance. Under the new proposal, developers would be required to reserve a larger share of new units for low-income residents at below-market-rate rents.
Baltimore Banner: Maryland Housing Secretary Says Rent Control Unlikely
At a recent forum, Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Secretary Jacob Day noted that the state legislature is unlikely to consider rent control. Day said rent control measures might not support the rise of such expenses such as real estate taxes and insurance costs, which could dissuade developers from entering the market. Day … Continued
Bisnow: “Rent Control Debate Fuels Uncertainty In Prince George’s County’s Multifamily Market”
This past February, Prince George’s County, Maryland, capped rent increases for one year at three percent. This policy was billed as a temporary, emergency measure. The uncertainty surrounding this policy has chilled housing investment in the county.
Rent Control in Montgomery County Spells Housing Disaster for Residents
Last month, in Montgomery County, Maryland, the County Council debated – and then ultimately passed – rent regulation. A detailed rundown of all the particulars in the final version can be found HERE, but the three most important components of it are summarized below.
Maryland Fact Sheet – Click to download information on the housing crisis in MD
Montgomery County Rental Housing Study
Opinion: Housing Density Matters for Affordability and the Climate
D.C. Councilmember Brianne Nadeau (Ward 1), Virginia State Del. Ibraheem Samirah (D-86), and Maryland State Del. Vaughn Stewart (D-19) pen an op-ed in favor of housing density.