Maryland HB239 aims to prevent local zoning laws from restricting lot size, dimensions, setbacks, and design for single-family homes, and to allow.

Maryland HB239, also known as the Starter and Silver Homes Act of 2026, seeks to limit local zoning regulations that could restrict lot size, dimensions, setbacks, and design for single-family homes. The bill prohibits local jurisdictions from enforcing certain zoning provisions that could hinder housing development. Additionally, it allows the placement of townhouses in areas zoned for single-family residential use. The act aims to promote housing affordability and availability by easing restrictions on certain housing types and lot subdivisions.

Maryland HB239 aims to prevent local zoning laws from restricting lot size, dimensions, setbacks, and design for single-family homes, and to allow.

Maryland HB239, also known as the Starter and Silver Homes Act of 2026, seeks to limit local zoning regulations that could restrict lot size, dimensions, setbacks, and design for single-family homes. The bill prohibits local jurisdictions from enforcing certain zoning provisions that could hinder housing development. Additionally, it allows the placement of townhouses in areas zoned for single-family residential use. The act aims to promote housing affordability and availability by easing restrictions on certain housing types and lot subdivisions.