§ 4–1803
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Hous. & Cmty. Dev. § 4-1803 (2026)
Title 4. Division of Development Finance
Subtitle 18. Workforce Housing Grant Program
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(a)
A local government qualifies for participation in the Program if:
(1)
the local government has:
(i)
a 5–year consolidated plan approved by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development; or
(ii)
a comprehensive plan;
(2)
the plans listed in item (1) of this subsection:
(i)
have a workforce housing element;
(ii)
assess workforce housing needs; and
(iii)
contain goals, objectives, and policies to preserve or develop workforce housing; and
(3)
the local government provides a statement to the Department indicating:
(i)
a desire to participate in the Program; and
(ii)
a reasonable expectation of the local government’s ability to provide the matching funds required under § 4–1804 of this subtitle.
(b)
The workforce housing element in the 5–year consolidated plan or the comprehensive plan of a qualifying local government may include:
(1)
preservation and renovation of existing housing stock;
(2)
redevelopment of existing residential areas;
(3)
streamlined regulatory processes and reduced regulatory fees for construction or renovation;
(4)
financial incentives for construction and renovation including local property tax credits;
(5)
special zoning regulations for construction and renovation including inclusionary zoning;
(6)
efforts to preserve workforce housing stock for subsequent first–time homebuyers and renters;
(7)
coordination with neighboring jurisdictions;
(8)
coordination with private sector employers; and
(9)
leveraging of federal financial assistance.