Specifications include, but are not limited to: 1.Assess (a) the effectivenessof existing planning and zoning laws, regulations and procedures (the “Legislative Structure”) in delivering affordable housing, and (b) whether the Legislative Structure hinders or limits the development of affordable housing in the County, and advise the Commission as to the Consultant’s findings in this regard.2.Where deficiencies are found in the Legislative Structure, recommend achievable solutions to the Commission,available tools, and methods of implementing such solutions.Furthermore, be prepared to explain challenges associated with possible solutions (difficulty in zoning changes, floating zones, etc.).3.On behalf of the Commission, work with staff of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (the “Planning Commission”), the Planning,Housing,and Economic Development Committee (“PHED”) of the Montgomery County Council, and other concerned public bodies and agencies and organizations in the development of new master plans and revision of existing plans, to ensurethat affordable housing is incorporated in all such plans.4.Assist the Commission in its real estatedevelopment activities, especially regardingtitle search, real estate acquisitionopportunities, land aggregation, and securing of entitlements necessary for the development planning process.5.Assist in preparing testimony for HOC Commissioners and staff appearing at Planning Commission and County Council hearings on planning and zoning issues.