Maryland Statutes
Part II - Comprehensive Plans
Section 1-407.1 - Housing Element

(a)    (1)    In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
        (2)    “Area median income” has the meaning stated in § 4–1801 of the Housing and Community Development Article.
        (3)    “Low–income housing” means housing that is affordable for a household with an aggregate annual income that is below 60% of the area median income.
        (4)    “Workforce housing” has the meaning stated in § 4–1801 of the Housing and Community Development Article.
    (b)    A housing element may include goals, objectives, policies, plans, and standards.
    (c)    A housing element shall address the need for affordable housing within the county, including:
        (1)    workforce housing; and
        (2)    low–income housing.

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