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Montgomery County, Maryland’s temporary restrictions on new data center approvals have introduced immediate permitting uncertainty for developers, property owners, investors, lenders, utilities, and technology companies evaluating projects in the county. The action comes amid increasing local scrutiny of energy demand, water usage, noise, land use, and the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence infrastructure, as county …

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Under the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Support Act of 2026, key provisions of the Pets in Housing Amendment Act are expected to become effective on October 1, 2026, limiting the pet fees landlords may charge and prohibiting many breed-, size- and weight-based restrictions. While the budget legislation still awaits final mayoral approval and congressional review, …

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GDL Shareholder, Viktor Pregel, was quoted by Construction Dive on June 30, 2026 in their article “How Contractors Can Prepare For Community Pushback On Data Centers.” Community opposition is an increasingly important factor in data center development—and contractors must plan for it before construction begins. Viktor explains why contractors must address and plan for these …

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We are proud to announce that Erin B. McAuliffe has been selected as a winner in the Connect CRE 2026 U.S. Next Gen Awards for the Washington, D.C. region. The Connect CRE Next Gen Awards recognize outstanding young professionals across the commercial real estate industry who have distinguished themselves through exceptional talent, leadership, innovation, professional …

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