Neighbors:
Over the last couple weeks, I have shared some details on the More Housing N.O.W. (New Options for Workers) package and announced a series of opportunities for public input on the proposal. There has been considerable interest in this effort, which has been great to see. That is why I wanted to share the following information all in one location. I hope to see you at one of the town halls, and don’t hesitate to reach out to me directly if you have any questions: Councilmember.Fani-Gonzalez@montgomerycountymd.gov.
Sincerely,
Natali Fani-González
Councilmember, District 6
Chair, Economic Development Committee
More Housing N.O.W.
The More Housing N.O.W. package takes five steps to increase the supply of housing, drive down costs, and increase pathways to homeownership for the hard-working residents of Montgomery County. The package consists of:
- Workforce Housing ZTA
- Workforce Housing Opportunity Fund, to be addressed during this year’s budget.
- Office to Housing ZTA with an Office to Housing Subdivision Regulation Amendment (SRA)
- Office to Housing Tax Abatement Bill
- Doubling of the County’s investment in the Homeowner Assistance Program, to be addressed during this year’s budget.
Interactive Map of Workforce Housing ZTA
The Workforce Housing ZTA would allow more residential building types through optional method development along corridors with a 15% workforce housing requirement in the R-200, R-90, R-60, and R-40 zones. Corridors included are Boulevards, Downtown Boulevards, Downtown Streets, Controlled Major Highways, and Town Center Boulevards that have a master planned width greater than 100 feet and 3+ existing travel lanes.
We have created a digital interactive map where you can see what parcels are included in the proposal. Check it out »
Public Hearing
The Council will hold a public hearing on the ZTAs and bill proposals on March 11. You may sign up to testify here.
Town halls and opportunities for input
Councilmember Fani-González Town Hall
— In Person —
Thursday, February 27, 2025
6pm-8pm
Wheaton High School – Cafeteria
12401 Dalewood Dr, Silver Spring, MD 20906
Refreshments provided
Register for in-person
Please bring a black or navy blazer in good condition to donate to Community Bridges. They are collecting blazers (all sizes) for high school girls to attend their career summit.
Town of Kensington Town Hall
—In Person and Virtual–
Monday, March 3, 2025
7PM-8:30PM
Kensington Town Hall | 3710 Mitchell Street
Virtual option: Zoom
Councilmember Fani-González Town Hall
— Virtual —
Wednesday, March 5, 2025
7pm-8:30pm
Zoom Meeting
Register for virtual
Mid-County Citizens Advisory Board Meeting
–Virtual–
Thursday, March 20, 2025
7pm-9pm
Website
Restaurant Regulations Town Hall
For the past two years, as Chair of Economic Development, I have been working closely with restaurants throughout the county. As part of that work of helping restaurant operators and workers become familiar with new and existing food service regulations coming from the state, I am hosting a meeting with the Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Permitting Services on February 24. This meeting is a great opportunity for existing restaurants as well as for entrepreneurs thinking about opening a restaurant.
Restaurant Regulations Town Hall
Monday, February 24, 2025
10am-Noon
M-NCPPC HQs Auditorium
2425 Reedie Drive, 2nd Floor Wheaton, MD 20902
RSVP
In Person Public Forum on RideOn Changes
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) is hosting an in-person public forum on Tuesday, Feb. 18, at 6 p.m. at the Mid-County Regional Services Center, 2425 Reedie Drive, 2nd Floor Conference Room in Wheaton.
MCDOT is seeking public feedback on proposed changes to MCDOT Ride On bus routes 10, 34, 42 and a new route 40, as well as weekend service changes to Metrobus routes L8 and T2. These changes are planned to take effect on Sunday, June 29. Public feedback has the potential to impact these changes. Learn more »
Green Business Certification: Information and Networking Event on Feb 19th
On February 19, please consider joining One Montgomery Green and Bethesda Green for a networking and information session on Green Business Certification and learn how to Save Money, Reduce your footprint, and promote your business. Learn more »