The Coalition's goal is to achieve community understanding, policy making and regulatory decisions that will lead to an increase in and equitable access to Howard County affordable housing. We seek to create a community-wide recognition that Howard County's economic vitality is dependent upon access to jobs, housing that individuals and families can afford, a quality educational system, and resident mobility.
Congress passed tax incentives and credits that can boost the number of affordable housing units across the country by about 200,000. We know that even in a place like Howard County there is a dire housing crisis in this country. It's really of tremendous proportion and it's affecting how we make public policy everywhere, so the federal government is going to have to be in partnership with states and principalities.
Representative John Sarbanes providing the Howard County Delegation
an update on key congressional accomplishments this past year.
February 28, 2024
"Low availability of affordable housing for lower- and middle-income households appears to be the primary driver of cost of living and migration trends [in the State]."
"More affordable housing inventory can boost Maryland’s economy by lowering cost of living thereby attracting and retaining talent. "
From the Coalition's Social Media Postings
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Help shape the present and future of housing in Howard County.
We welcome organizations and individuals to join the Coalition. Members receive regular policy and legislative updates on matters that impact affordable housing, and are encouraged to attend Coalition meetings. Members also receive calls to action that can include writing letters, testifying at meetings, supporting in-person events, or providing education to the public.
Membership is free. Coalition members are published on this website and made available in conjunction with public Coalition statements as appropriate.
To join the Howard County Housing Affordability Coalition, please complete the membership sign-up form.