Local Spotlight Many jurisdictions coordinate new comprehensive plans with the arrival of the decennial census. Census data is the foundation for comprehensive planning, providing a snapshot of Maryland communities, outlining growth trends, and distinguishing key demographic indicators. In 2013, House Bill 409 increased the review period for comprehensive plans from six to ten years. To … Continue reading New Decade Means New Comprehensive Plans
Local Jurisdictions
Maryland Department of Planning Publishes HB 90 Webpage
Resources and Tools by Joseph Griffiths, AICP, Local Assistance and Training Manager Figure 1 - Photo of affordable town home development in Garrett County. Courtesy, Duane Yoder. As of January 1, 2023, HB 90 (2021) requires all housing elements for municipalities and non-charter counties to “affirmatively further fair housing” (AFFH). This adds to the requirements to plan … Continue reading Maryland Department of Planning Publishes HB 90 Webpage
Resources to Help Jurisdictions Meet the Planning Requirements of HB 90 (2021)
Resources and Tools by Joseph Griffiths, AICP, Local Assistance and Training Manager Starting January 1, 2023, per Land Use Article §3-114 (d)(2) and as a result of 2021’s HB 90, all comprehensive plan housing elements adopted by non-charter counties and municipalities “shall include an assessment of fair housing to ensure the local jurisdiction is affirmatively … Continue reading Resources to Help Jurisdictions Meet the Planning Requirements of HB 90 (2021)
New Decade Means New Comprehensive Plans
Local Spotlight Many jurisdictions coordinate new comprehensive plans with the arrival of the decennial census. Census data is the foundation for comprehensive planning; providing a snapshot of Maryland communities, outlining growth trends, and distinguishing key demographic indicators. In 2013 House Bill 409 increased the review period for comprehensive plans from six to ten years. To … Continue reading New Decade Means New Comprehensive Plans
Comprehensive Plan Frequently Asked Questions
Planning in Progress Screenshot showing Planning's FAQ webpage. In the December 2021 edition of Planning Practice Monthly, the Maryland Department of Planning (Planning) introduced our new Priority Funding Areas (PFAs) Frequently Asked Questions. Planning and PFAs go hand in hand. We analyze PFAs, coordinate with municipalities and counties on PFA expansions, and talk about PFAs … Continue reading Comprehensive Plan Frequently Asked Questions
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