Known nationally as an innovator in smart growth and environmental protection, Maryland has many opportunities for improved transportation, land use and equitable development policies.
In Maryland, the Coalition for Smarter Growth focuses on Montgomery and Prince George’s Counties. We advocate for transit-oriented neighborhoods where people can walk, bicycle and take transit between home, work and play, the new transit investments to support these communities, and affordable housing linked to transit.
Latest Happenings
All Things Montgomery: October 2026
BOO! It’s almost scary how much there is to do in Montgomery County this fall! 🎃👻
Event materials: Central Avenue Connector Trail walk (Prince George’s)
On October 24, 2026 we explored the future Central Ave. Connector Trail (CACT) on the east end of the alignment. CACT is the planned trail parallel to Central Avenue (MD 214) from the DC border to Downtown Largo, connecting four Blue/Silver Line Metrorail Stations, residences, parks, schools, and businesses. After
Take Action: Write your Councilmember to support ADUs in Montgomery County!
Take action to support an important bill that will make it easier to build accessory dwelling units (ADUs) like backyard cottages and accessory apartments in Montgomery County.
Testimony: Support for affordable apartment building by Glenridge Purple Line station on Annapolis Road (Prince George’s)
October 20, 2026 Prince George’s County Planning Board, M-NCPPC 1616 McCormick Drive, Largo MD Via: pgcpb@mncppc.org RE: Support for DSP-2026-0021, RST New Carrollton Dear members of the Board: The Coalition for Smarter Growth (CSG), advocates for walkable, bikeable, inclusive, transit-oriented communities as the most sustainable and equitable way for the
Event Materials: Montgomery County Master Plans 101 (October 2026)
Learn from Montgomery County, Maryland Planning staff and local advocates about the basics of navigating the master plan process, advocacy tips, and why your engagement makes a big difference!
