While developers in Montgomery County are poised to receive massive tax breaks under the new ZTA 25-03, residents are feeling the strain of rising costs everywhere—from utility bills to grocery store essentials like eggs. Over the past few years, Montgomery County families have seen a surge in taxes, and living expenses. Now, with Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) 25-03, Office to Housing, Councilmembers Friedson - District 1, Fani-Gonzalez - District 6, Stewart - District 4, Balcombe - District 2, Luedtke - District 7, Sayles - At-Large, are proposing developers pay no impact taxes, for up to 25 years when converting office buildings into housing. Here’s what you need to know about Office to Housing, ZTA 25-03, why it's problematic, and what it means for residents like you.
