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Maryland’s Rural Counties Need More Housing, Too
The County’s Planning and Zoning Commission recently reviewed policy recommendations from three working groups as part of the Master Plan update process. Those revealed what is working – and what is not – when it comes to Carroll’s current and future land use needs.
Housing Supply Skepticism
We are witnessing a rejection of this fundamental concept when it comes to housing production. A significant number of consumers and even state and local elected officials believe that building additional housing units (i.e., adding supply) causes housing prices to increase, not decrease. The thinking is so prevalent that scholars now have a term for it: supply skepticism.
Montgomery County’s Push for More Multifamily Housing
Montgomery County is facing a housing production crisis. Despite thousands of approved units waiting in the wings, only 54 multifamily housing permits have been issued
Proven steps lawmakers can take to lower housing costs
In September 2025, the Mercatus Center at George Mason University released a policy brief titled, “Housing Reform in the States: A Menu of Options for 2026”. Mercatus
Maryland Has a Rent Crisis, Too
Despite growing attention to housing affordability, Maryland remains one of the most challenging states for low-income renters. According to the 2025 Out of Reach report
What Makes a Strong ADU Law?
A recently released policy brief by the Mercatus Center examines the increasing role of state governments in legalizing Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) as a solution