All Forum Posts by: Josh Turskey

I was able to find an Accessory Dwelling Application for Howard County (link). The requirements describe match those in the zoning regulations. 

For those hoping to do the same as us, here is this link to all the information for the Howard County Rental License (link, scroll down to "Rental Housing License") and the actual License application itself (link). 

My wife and I recently purchased a home where we are planning on converting the basement into a rentable space. The home is in the New Town (NT) zone of Columbia, MD. I understand the Howard County rental license process, but I am having difficulty understanding the building code. If we are planning to occupy the upstairs, what codes apply downstairs to an accessory dwelling? We are not going to meter the basement separately and it is acceptable by zoning laws. Can we add an electric range or is that illegal (which is what I hear)? Any help in knowing what is legal and not is greatly appreciated!

I work in around the DMV for a large general contractor, so my location changes. Our office is in central Maryland

I'm looking to house hack as well once my rent is up. I currently live in Alexandria and everything here is too expensive. I'm currently looking at the Fort Washington area (fairly cheap SFH's, 25 min commute to DC) as well as the area between College Park and Silver Spring where the Purple Line Metro will be running. Any opinions on those areas?