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DHCD Announces Annual Housing Awards at The Maryland Affordable Housing Coalition Secretary’s Breakfast

NEW CARROLLTON, MD (May 2, 2025) –  The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development recognized several multifamily housing projects in the state during the Maryland Affordable Housing Coalition’s annual Secretary’s Breakfast and awards ceremony.

The Multifamily awards highlight some of the best projects in Maryland that have received DHCD support. Last year, DHCD helped finance 27 affordable housing projects while creating or preserving nearly 3,000 housing units.

“The DHCD-MAHC partnership is an important piece of solving Maryland’s housing crisis,” said Secretary Jake Day. “Our combined work through advocacy and action gets us one step closer to creating a state that is more affordable to live.”

“Congratulations to the MAHC Members who have been recognized as winners of this year’s DHCD Multifamily Housing Awards! Your dedication to solving the State’s affordable housing challenges and revitalizing Maryland communities through innovative design and construction are inspiring,” said MAHC Executive Director Miranda Darden-Willems. “We also extend our sincere thanks to the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development for their invaluable partnership in creating and advancing housing opportunities across the State.”

Greg Hare, Assistant Secretary of the Division of Development Finance, presented the annual Multifamily Housing Awards on Thursday, which were selected by DHCD staff after a call for nominations. Winners must have received financing from the department.

A group of people dressed in suits and business clothing hold an award standing in front of the Maryland Affordable Housing Coalition banner.

Photo Credit: Stuart Zolotorow/Studio Z Photography

Awarded projects include:

Construction Excellence: Magnolia Gardens

  • Developer: Enterprise Community Development
  • Architect: Architecture by Design
  • General Contractor: Harkins Builders

Excellence in Affordable Housing Preservation: The Residences at Forest Glen

  • Developer: Montgomery Housing Partnership
  • Architect: Grimm + Parker
  • General Contractor: Bozzuto Construction

Outstanding Community Revitalization: Cold Spring Lane

  • Developer: Conifer and Park Heights Renaissance
  • Architect: Soto Architecture & Urban Design
  • General Contractor: Conifer Le-Chase Construction

For more information on the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development, visit dhcd.maryland.gov.

For more information on the Maryland Affordable Housing Coalition, visit mdmahc.org.