No Controversy Here: Baltimore is Building a Better Future
On November 3, Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott signed four groundbreaking housing bills into law, marking a significant step toward addressing some of the city’s most entrenched issues. Despite claims of being “controversial,” these necessary reforms are now serving as a powerful signal that the city is committed to growth and progress. Clearing the Way for […]
Montgomery County’s Masterclass in How Not to Build
Despite enacting a new Middle Housing bill, Montgomery County is quickly becoming a cautionary tale in housing policy. A recent article by Adam Pagnucco of Montgomery Perspective outlines why. During a recent meeting, County Executive Marc Elrich bluntly admitted that the county’s affordable housing program “kind of sucks.” Unfortunately, his proposed solutions—and the county’s broader […]
Stopping Maryland’s Hidden Rent Hikes
The challenge of housing affordability is no longer confined to major urban hubs; it’s a crisis spreading across communities nationwide, affecting households at nearly every income level. While policymakers seek solutions, a new report sheds light on a counterintuitive truth: the proliferation of well-intentioned rental regulations, such as those currently in place in Maryland, is […]
Starter Homes = Lower Housing Costs
As housing affordability continues to challenge communities nationwide, a growing body of evidence shows that re-legalizing starter homes—small, modestly priced houses—can significantly reduce housing costs and expand access to homeownership. In a recent 2-part series, Greater Greater Washington’s Payton Chung outlined not just how constructing more starter homes can bring down prices in theory, but […]
MoCo Residents Want Housing Leadership – Will Officials Listen?
A recent poll commissioned by The Baltimore Banner reveals a growing sense of urgency among Montgomery County residents: affordable housing is a top concern, and many feel local leaders aren’t doing enough to address it. More than 80% of respondents said the lack of affordable housing is a serious problem. Residents are increasingly frustrated by rising housing costs and limited […]
Maryland’s Housing Crisis Will Take Years to Fix — But Action Starts Now
Governor Wes Moore’s recent executive order marks a bold step toward addressing Maryland’s deepening housing crisis. With a current shortage of over 96,000 units—and projections showing a need for nearly 600,000 more by 2045—the scale of the challenge is massive.