Community Development
Through funding and technical assistance, the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development works with local governments, nonprofit organizations, community groups and businesses to revitalize cities, towns and neighborhoods across Maryland.
Our community development programs enhance existing neighborhood resources, support economic development, provide public services and infrastructure, and improve the quality of life for residents. Assistance from the department is designed to serve as a tool for communities and organizations to leverage additional funding from public, private and nonprofit sources.
Local Designations
The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development takes a place-based approach to funding, directing investments where they will have the greatest impact and best support community-driven goals. Explore the designations used to guide these targeted investments.
Local Designations
Grant and Tax Credit Programs
The Department offers several programs for communities:
Baltimore Vacants Reinvestment Initiative
Through the Baltimore Vacants Reinvestment Initiative, the State is accelerating the redevelopment of city blocks into homes.