Montgomery County, Maryland has approved a zoning reform measure that allows churches and other places of worship to build housing on their properties.The measure is known as the Facilitating Affordable Inclusive Transformational Housing (FAITH) Zoning Text Amendment.

Overcoming challenges and obstacles, McKissack persevered and built a successful company. She is also committed to supporting and empowering other Black talent in the industry through her nonprofit organization, AEC Unites.

Governor Martin O'Malley of Maryland is urging state and county planners to prepare for an estimated 1.1 million new residents in the next two decades.