The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development’s homebuying initiative, Maryland SmartBuy, was profiled on NBC Nightly News with Lester Holt on February 26. SmartBuy allows qualified borrowers with student debt to purchase a selected home made available through the department. The buyer receives relief of student loan debt up to 15 percent of the Read the Rest…
The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development has released its Fiscal Year 2016 Annual Report. During Fiscal Year 2016, the department was responsible for more than $3 billion in economic impact and the creation of over 19,000 jobs throughout Maryland while generating nearly $80 million in state and local tax revenue. Each dollar of Read the Rest…
February is Black History Month, and Baltimore’s past is rich in contributions from the black community. As time has passed, some buildings that harbor important parts of Baltimore’s black culture and history have fallen into disrepair and disuse. With a recent award from the state, two of these properties will soon be restored to their Read the Rest…
Governor Larry Hogan Attends Project C.O.R.E. Demolition in Baltimore City Blight Removal on N. Chester Street Sets Stage for New Housing, Businesses and Community Center BALTIMORE, Md.(February 10, 2017) – Governor Larry Hogan today joined Baltimore City Mayor Catherine E. Pugh; Baltimore City Council President Bernard C. “Jack” Young; Maryland Department of Housing and Community Read the Rest…
The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development’s Storefront Improvement Program is focused on ensuring the physical health of Baltimore’s commercial districts. For one project in southwest Baltimore, this means improving the façade of an institution aimed at ensuring the health and well-being of Baltimore’s residents. Westside Pharmacy and Wellness Center at 2021 West Pratt Read the Rest…
Frostburg, a Main Street Maryland community in Allegany County, stands to win a $500,000 Main Street Makeover and a featured spot in a Hulu documentary series from Small Business Revolution on Main Street, sponsored by Deluxe Corporation, a small business growth and resource center. Frostburg was selected as one of eight semi-finalists out of nearly Read the Rest…
The arts are a vital part of any city’s cultural scene. Having a space for both budding and experienced artists to hone their craft is critical for many creators who may have limited access otherwise. Le Mondo in downtown Baltimore was selected as one of the 30 recipients of nearly $16 million in funding from Read the Rest…