Maryland

Known nationally as an innovator in smart growth and environmental protection, Maryland has many opportunities for improved transportation, land use and equitable development policies.

In Maryland, the Coalition for Smarter Growth focuses on Montgomery and Prince George’s Counties. We advocate for transit-oriented neighborhoods where people can walk, bicycle and take transit between home, work and play, the new transit investments to support these communities, and affordable housing linked to transit.

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A more welcoming + sustainable future for Friendship Heights, MD

A more welcoming + sustainable future for Friendship Heights, MD

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Send a message to the Planning Board today to let them know you support a plan that realizes the full potential of a more sustainable, welcoming, and transit-oriented Friendship Heights.
garage apartment in Brookland by Cort

TESTIMONY: CSG Support for ADUs in Prince George’s

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CSG strongly supports CB 74, to permit accessory dwelling units (ADUs) as a matter of right on lots with single-family detached homes.
ADU by Sightline

ACTION ALERT: Support ADUs in Prince George’s

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On September 3, 2026, the Prince George’s County Council will consider a bill (CB 74) to permit accessory dwelling units (ADUs). This bill is driven by a state law that requires local governments to ease restrictions on ADUs and allow them by right in single family zones. After years of

LETTER: CSG and M4All urge veto override for Hedrick appointment

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We were deeply disappointed to learn that the County Executive once again plans to veto the appointment of Planning Board Member James Hedrick.
Hiring: Baltimore County Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Organizer

Hiring: Baltimore County Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Organizer

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The Baltimore County Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Organizer will serve as a CSG representative in Baltimore County to win support for sustainable, equitable transit-accessible communities. Apply now!