Advocating for walkable, bikeable, inclusive, and transit-oriented communities as the most sustainable and equitable way for the Washington, DC region to grow and provide opportunities for all.

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Events

Join us for a DC – MoCo happy hour April 8 in Friendship Heights! 

Join us for a happy hour to meet up with local smart growth, urbanist, and affordable housing supporters!

Livable Communities Leadership Awards & Reception

Please join us for our Prince Livable Communities Leadership Award & Reception!

Latest Happenings


CSG news: Building livable communities!

CSG news: Building livable communities!

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Pictured: CSG team members Cheryl, Bill, Carrie, and Elena joined the "Protect our bike lane" rally on March 23 in support of the 15th Street bike lane across the National Mall. Dear Friend, Behind every livable and connected community are people working together for change. Join us on May 13
April update: Where key housing and transportation bills stand in Maryland’s General Assembly

April update: Where key housing and transportation bills stand in Maryland’s General Assembly

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In this year’s Maryland legislative session, CSG has helped get some promising housing and transportation bills through the Maryland House and Senate – and we’re still tracking others that may need a push. 

Letter: COG must prepare a strong Mid-Course Review of the region’s 2030 Climate Plan (Regional)

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March 24, 2026 Hon. Reuben Collins, Board ChairHon. Cindy Dyballa, CEEPC ChairMr. Clark Mercer, Executive DirectorMetropolitan Washington Council of Governments Re: COG must prepare a strong Mid-Course Review of the region’s 2030 Climate Plan Board Chair Collins, CEEPC Chair Dyballa and Mr. Mercer: The Coalition for Smarter Growth greatly appreciates
Chevy Chase MD Library

Take action: Support affordable housing (again!) at the Chevy Chase, MD Library

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In 2022, CSG, Montgomery for All, Action in Montgomery, and other organizations teamed up to rally for co-locating affordable housing with a redeveloped Chevy Chase Library—and won. Now, in 2026, we need to speak up once again.
🌸 All Things Montgomery: March 2026 🌸

🌸 All Things Montgomery: March 2026 🌸

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Spring is here! 🌸 And with it comes many upcoming opportunities to take action all over Montgomery County—some new, and some familiar.