Bill seeks to diversify Md. property tax rates

Montgomery County businesses could face a different property tax rate for their commercial land than residents would face for their homes, under a state legislative proposal some fear would discourage companies from operating in the area.

State Del. Al Carr, D-Montgomery, is pushing a bill that would allow Montgomery County Council members to set different property tax rates for commercial and residential properties. Currently both kinds of property are taxed at the same rate.