# Housing and Community Development (GHS)

## Title 4. Division of Development Finance

### Subtitle 7. Lead Hazard Reduction Grant Program and Lead Hazard Reduction Loan Program

#### Section 4-710

In reviewing an application for a loan or grant, the Department shall consider:

(1) the needs of the beneficiaries of the proposed lead hazard reduction activity;

(2) the capacity of the applicant to repay a loan;

(3) the overall public benefit;

(4) the impact on the surrounding neighborhood or community; and

(5) any other factor that the Department finds relevant.

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Md. Code Ann., Hous. & Cmty. Dev. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)