2026 Regular Session
HB1538
Land Use - Accessory Dwelling Units - Requirements and Prohibitions (Maryland Generational Housing Act of 2026)
Requiring a certain local law to authorize development of at least one internal accessory dwelling unit and one external accessory dwelling unit on certain land notwithstanding a certain density limit; limiting the imposition of off-street parking requirements to certain accessory dwelling units; prohibiting a utility provider from charging a certain property owner certain fees; authorizing a certain accessory dwelling unit to share certain utility meters and service laterals with a primary single-family detached dwelling unit; etc.
Legislative progress
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Committee referrals
February 13, 2026 · House
Economic Matters
Instrument history
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House Hearing 3/13 at 1:00 p.m.
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House First Reading Economic Matters