@MDHousing

DHCD works to preserve homeownership and create innovative community development initiatives across Maryland.

 New Carrollton, MD
dhcd.maryland.gov
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The Maryland Housing Leadership Awards honor local jurisdictions adopting pro-housing policies, reducing barriers, and making progress toward housing production goals. Applications are open until November 1st. Learn more and apply: tinyurl.com/muxwsedj
Introducing the Maryland Housing Leadership Awards! Recognizing local leadership that builds stronger communities. Applications are now open! Reducing barriers to housing. Improving affordability. Ensuring Safe, stable homes for all Marylanders. Four Award Categories. Housing Production Champion. On track to meet or exceed annual state housing production target (measured using first 9 months of permit data, extrapolated to full year). Housing Policy Leader Award. Implemented legislative, zoning, or other reforms in the past 12 months that ease restrictions, reduce timelines or costs, and boost housing. Affordable Housing Leader Award. Demonstrated commitment to boosting affordability and/or adding affordable units in the past 12 months. Fair Housing Leader Award. Demonstrated commitment to affirmatively furthering fair housing in the past 12 months. Important Dates. Application deadline Sunday, November 1, 2026 11:59 p.m. Award winners announced January 2027 in the first annual Housing

ALT Introducing the Maryland Housing Leadership Awards! Recognizing local leadership that builds stronger communities. Applications are now open! Reducing barriers to housing. Improving affordability. Ensuring Safe, stable homes for all Marylanders. Four Award Categories. Housing Production Champion. On track to meet or exceed annual state housing production target (measured using first 9 months of permit data, extrapolated to full year). Housing Policy Leader Award. Implemented legislative, zoning, or other reforms in the past 12 months that ease restrictions, reduce timelines or costs, and boost housing. Affordable Housing Leader Award. Demonstrated commitment to boosting affordability and/or adding affordable units in the past 12 months. Fair Housing Leader Award. Demonstrated commitment to affirmatively furthering fair housing in the past 12 months. Important Dates. Application deadline Sunday, November 1, 2026 11:59 p.m. Award winners announced January 2027 in the first annual Housing

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Congratulations to all the Preservation Maryland Phoenix Rising and 2026 Best of Maryland Awards honorees who were recognized Thursday evening!
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Secretary Jake Day delivered remarks at the Baltimore event, while projects DHCD supported in Baltimore and Frederick were also highlighted.
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Kevin Baynes, Director of Maryland Revitalization Programs for DHCD, was presented the Gearhart Professional Service Award. Baynes is retiring this year after more than three decades with The Department.
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Recently, DHCD's Office of Community Engagement sponsored a one-day Homeowners Essentials workshop, hosted by The ContractHer in Owings Mills. The women learned hands-on home maintenance basics, along with how to save as a homeowner. Learn more: thecontracther.com
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The Maryland Housing Leadership Awards recognize counties and municipalities reducing barriers to housing and helping ensure all Marylanders have safe, stable homes. Applications for the first award round are open until November 1st! Learn more and apply: tinyurl.com/muxwsedj
Introducing the Maryland Housing Leadership Awards! Recognizing local leadership that builds stronger communities. Reducing barriers to housing. Improving affordability. Ensuring Safe, stable homes for all Marylanders. Applications are now open!

ALT Introducing the Maryland Housing Leadership Awards! Recognizing local leadership that builds stronger communities. Reducing barriers to housing. Improving affordability. Ensuring Safe, stable homes for all Marylanders. Applications are now open!

Four Award Categories. Housing Production Champion. On track to meet or exceed annual state housing production target (measured using first 9 months of permit data, extrapolated to full year). Housing Policy Leader Award. Implemented legislative, zoning, or other reforms in the past 12 months that ease restrictions, reduce timelines or costs, and boost housing. Affordable Housing Leader Award. Demonstrated commitment to boosting affordability and/or adding affordable units in the past 12 months. Fair Housing Leader Award. Demonstrated commitment to affirmatively furthering fair housing in the past 12 months.

ALT Four Award Categories. Housing Production Champion. On track to meet or exceed annual state housing production target (measured using first 9 months of permit data, extrapolated to full year). Housing Policy Leader Award. Implemented legislative, zoning, or other reforms in the past 12 months that ease restrictions, reduce timelines or costs, and boost housing. Affordable Housing Leader Award. Demonstrated commitment to boosting affordability and/or adding affordable units in the past 12 months. Fair Housing Leader Award. Demonstrated commitment to affirmatively furthering fair housing in the past 12 months.

Why It Matters. These awards recognize and reward local governments taking pro-housing action to meet our state's housing supply crisis and affordability needs. Awardees receive: Bonus points on 2027 funding applications. State Revitalization programs and other grant opportunities. Recognition in DHCD's annual Housing Production Targets report. Invitation to share stories and best practices at the statewide housing convening. Planned for early 2027.

ALT Why It Matters. These awards recognize and reward local governments taking pro-housing action to meet our state's housing supply crisis and affordability needs. Awardees receive: Bonus points on 2027 funding applications. State Revitalization programs and other grant opportunities. Recognition in DHCD's annual Housing Production Targets report. Invitation to share stories and best practices at the statewide housing convening. Planned for early 2027.

Important Dates. Application deadline Sunday, November 1, 2026 11:59 p.m. Award winners announced January 2027 in the first annual Housing Production Targets Report.

ALT Important Dates. Application deadline Sunday, November 1, 2026 11:59 p.m. Award winners announced January 2027 in the first annual Housing Production Targets Report.

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We are seeking a Special Projects Coordinator to play a critical role in supporting the continued growth, innovation, and effective delivery of MD’s energy programs. For more information and to apply, please click the link tinyurl.com/yx8ndjck
Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development logo. "We're Hiring! Apply Online Today!" Photos of DHCD staff and events.

ALT Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development logo. "We're Hiring! Apply Online Today!" Photos of DHCD staff and events.

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Congratulations to our Baltimore Vacants Reinvestment Initiative team for receiving top honors for program excellence in Homeownership: Home Improvement and Rehabilitation from @NCSHAhome! Read more about the win here: bit.ly/4zvj7pR
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What does collaboration to advance supportive housing and improve the lives of individuals and families with complex needs look like in Maryland?
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On Tuesday, DHCD Secretary Jake Day joined a panel that included state cabinet colleagues from the Maryland Department of Health, Maryland Department of Aging and Maryland Department of Disabilities, as well as the Maryland judicial system.
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The Baltimore event, hosted by the Corporation for Supportive Housing, focused on Maryland's efforts to align programs, services, and resources to support housing stability, community integration, and whole-person care.
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It took a community-wide partnership to bring broadband access to every corner of Talbot County. Local leaders saw the importance of bringing the Town of Easton, Talbot County, @EastonUtil, federal partners, and DHCD together to make county-wide access to broadband a reality.
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DHCD's Baltimore Vacants Reinvestment Initiative is a national award winner! 🏆 🎉 Gov. Moore announced that the program has received the 2026 award for program excellence in Homeownership: Home Improvement and Rehabilitation from the National Council of State Housing Agencies.
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Award for Program Excellence

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Did you know that new laws related to housing, landlords, and renters went into effect in Maryland on October 1st? Plus, the updated Tenants Bill of Rights is here! Click the link to read the updated Tenants Bill of Rights: tinyurl.com/bdfcb6t7
New laws effective October 1. Income discrimination changes. Strong protections against discrimination if you pay your rent with an income based on housing subsidy. Criminal history screening reforms. Landlords can only consider certain criminal convictions when you apply for housing. A fairer process. You have the right to explain your criminal history and provide evidence of rehabilitation.

ALT New laws effective October 1. Income discrimination changes. Strong protections against discrimination if you pay your rent with an income based on housing subsidy. Criminal history screening reforms. Landlords can only consider certain criminal convictions when you apply for housing. A fairer process. You have the right to explain your criminal history and provide evidence of rehabilitation.

Know your Tenants Bill of Rights. The Tenants Bill of Rights is a summary of key renter rights and protections under Maryland and federal law, updated annually. Landlords must provide the latest version with your lease.

ALT Know your Tenants Bill of Rights. The Tenants Bill of Rights is a summary of key renter rights and protections under Maryland and federal law, updated annually. Landlords must provide the latest version with your lease.

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1. Maryland DHCD has published the 2027 Tenants' Bill of Rights, updated to reflect new State laws that went into effect on Oct. 1! The Tenants' Bill of Rights summarizes key renter rights and protections and is required to be provided with every residential lease in Maryland.
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2. The document has been optimized for use of plain language, is accessible for individuals using screen readers or other assistive devices, and will be available in 18 languages. Learn more here: tinyurl.com/223sm8xs

Moore-Miller Administration Publishes 2027 Tenants’ Bill of Rights, Highlights Key Landlord and...

The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development announced it has published the 2027 Tenants’ Bill of Rights.

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October marks Domestic Violence Awareness Month. DHCD is committed to making sure Marylanders understand the housing rights and protections available to them, including protections for tenants experiencing domestic abuse. Know your rights. Know your options. You are not alone.
Housing is safety. It's your right. Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Safe housing is an important part of stability. Maryland residents experiencing domestic violence have rights. Know them and use them.

ALT Housing is safety. It's your right. Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Safe housing is an important part of stability. Maryland residents experiencing domestic violence have rights. Know them and use them.

If you're leaving abuse, you have housing rights. Maryland law protects tenants fleeing domestic violence. 1 You have experienced abuse. 2 Provide qualifying documentation. Protective order, peace order, or qualifying third-party report. 3 You may be able to end your lease early. You have up to 30 days to move out after notice.

ALT If you're leaving abuse, you have housing rights. Maryland law protects tenants fleeing domestic violence. 1 You have experienced abuse. 2 Provide qualifying documentation. Protective order, peace order, or qualifying third-party report. 3 You may be able to end your lease early. You have up to 30 days to move out after notice.

Know your rights. Know your options. You are not alone. Updated Tenants Bill of Rights DHCD.maryland.gov. Legal resources mdcourts.gov/selfhelp. Domestic violence resources 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)

ALT Know your rights. Know your options. You are not alone. Updated Tenants Bill of Rights DHCD.maryland.gov. Legal resources mdcourts.gov/selfhelp. Domestic violence resources 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)

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Thursday, @GovWesMoore signed two executive orders to accelerate the use of more cost-efficient housing construction, build a workforce to meet MD's housing needs, and to reform permitting so stalled projects can move forward. More info: tinyurl.com/2mc5jw92
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1. The Moore-Miller Administration and DHCD Secretary @jacobrday announced $17.6 million through federal 9% Low Income Housing Tax Credits for projects across the state.
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2. In Baltimore, @WodaCooper and Gillis Memorial Development Corp. will build the Gillis Memorial Grandfamily Apartments. The development will support 55 intergenerational families with a focus on community-focused health and wellness.
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