Bernard F. Walker

City of Ocean City Amended Housing Plan Element and Fair Share Plan 2026

This Amended Housing Plan Element and Fair Share Plan outlines the City of Ocean City's strategy for fulfilling its Fourth Round affordable housing obligations. The plan includes an inventory and analysis of the city's housing stock, demographic and employment characteristics, and detailed strategies for satisfying rehabilitation, prior, third, and fourth round obligations. Key approaches involve vacant land analysis, leveraging zoning changes, and providing compliance mechanisms through specific housing projects. The overall objective is to ensure the provision of low- and moderate-income housing, align with state regulations, and gain protection from exclusionary zoning litigation.

Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.