County space‑utilization study recommends consolidation, targets leased‑space reductions through 2038

Jan 12, 2026

A county study covering 321,880 sq ft and 1,243 workspaces found Howard County assigns about 97% of workspaces and recommended consolidations, renovating a former armory to free 26,000 sq ft and exploring relocation of the Board of Elections and purchase of 9755 to reduce leased space over time.

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Department of General Services staff presented a space‑utilization study that reviewed 15 administrative buildings and recommended consolidation strategies to reduce leased square footage over the next decade.

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