Bill to Ease ADU Rules, Waive Fees Introduced

Councilmember Andrew Friedson and Council President Natali Fani-González introduced legislation on Sept. 15, 2026 to modernize Montgomery County's Accessory Dwelling Unit policies. The bill would eliminate an owner-occupancy requirement and waive county licensing fees for ADUs where the owner agrees to charge rent affordable to households earning 65% or less of area median income for at least 10 consecutive years. The bill is cosponsored by seven additional councilmembers. A public hearing is scheduled for Oct. 6 at 1:30 p.m., with a PHP Committee worksession set for Oct. 26.