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State Revitalization Program Awards To Bring $12.6 Million to Community Development Projects in Metro Washington Region

NEW CARROLLTON, MD (December 13, 2023) – The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) has announced that counties in the Metro Washington region have received a combined $12.6 million through the state’s seven State Revitalization Programs for 34 projects and activities that promote community development and economic growth.

“To win the decade, we must be intentional about building sustainable, vibrant communities that lift all Marylanders,” said Gov. Moore. “These investments will support local and county leaders in their vital work to drive economic growth and create stronger pathways to prosperity in all parts of the state. Together, we will continue to revitalize our communities and reveal Maryland’s full potential.” 

The seven programs will support revitalization and redevelopment projects and activities including: business expansion and retention; façade and streetscape improvements; homeownership and home rehabilitation incentives; commercial improvement programs; community facilities; mixed-use development, and demolition activities. 

Projects in Montgomery, Prince George’s, and Frederick counties were awarded. To view the full list, click here.

Some of these projects include:

  • Demolition of Lucas Village, a public housing community in Frederick with health and safety concerns, in preparation for construction of nearly 250 new affordable housing units (Frederick County);
  • Predevelopment activities for the site of the Downtown Frederick Hotel and Conference Center (Frederick County);
  • Continue to provide affordable housing through a Community Preservation Trust and to strengthen the neighborhoods in College Park (Prince George’s County);
  • And the predevelopment, demolition, and rehabilitation of Springvale Terrace into a new 237-unit apartment community for seniors between 30-80% AMI (Montgomery County).

“DHCD is proud to support our local partners in the Metro Washington region in their efforts to build stronger communities, create loveable places, and invest in Maryland’s future,” said DHCD Secretary Jake Day. “Each of these 34 projects plays a key role in our revitalization efforts and aligns with Moore-Miller Administration priorities.”

The Fiscal Year 2024 State Revitalization Program awards include 219 projects, awarded a total $63.7 million. Projects in 23 of Maryland’s 24 jurisdictions received awards through one or more of the programs. For a full list of awards, visit FY24 State Revitalization Program Awards.

For more information about DHCD and each of the State Revitalization Programs, visit our website.