§ 6–703

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Hous. & Cmty. Dev. § 6-703 (2026)

Title 6. Division of Neighborhood Revitalization

Subtitle 7. National Capital Strategic Economic Development Program

(a)

The community enhancement projects eligible to receive Program funds include:

(1)

down payment assistance for homebuyers to purchase and rehabilitate homes;

(2)

programs to acquire or rehabilitate vacant or blighted properties;

(3)

programs to improve existing residential and business properties;

(4)

programs to achieve energy efficiency through weatherization and energy retrofits;

(5)

development of affordable housing;

(6)

development of mixed–use projects that combine housing, retail, and office space;

(7)

development or enhancement of community open space or public infrastructure;

(8)

workforce and employment development programs, when associated with other projects listed under this subsection;

(9)

career and technical education and apprenticeship programs, when associated with other projects listed under this subsection; and

(10)

strategic demolition.

(b)

Program funds may be used for operating costs necessary to implement a community enhancement project.

(c)

The Secretary may establish additional community enhancement projects eligible to receive Program funds.