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ACTION ALERT: Support ADUs in Prince George’s
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
ACTION ALERT: What do you think of the Duke Street recommendations?
The deadline to provide feedback on the draft recommendations for the Duke Street Land Use Plan has been extended to September 15.
LETTER: CSG and M4All urge veto override for Hedrick appointment
We were deeply disappointed to learn that the County Executive once again plans to veto the appointment of Planning Board Member James Hedrick.
ACTION ALERT: Don’t forget to support accessory dwellings today!
Fairfax County is in the final stretch of updating its Accessory Living Unit (ALU) regulations, and the county needs to hear from supporters before making their final decisions.
ACTION ALERT: The time is near for ALUs – we need you!
Fairfax County recently released proposed changes to its Accessory Living Unit (ALU) regulations. While heading in the right direction, they still don’t go far enough.
