Introduction
The Scott Administration is working hard to tackle the problem of vacant buildings in Baltimore. With the help of many partners, we have made important progress in reducing the number of empty properties in the city. Mayor Scott has already made a historic investment of $146 million into neighborhoods since taking office. This historic funding, as well as the work of private developers, has contributed to a nearly 16% reduction in vacant properties since he took office. The “whole blocks, whole neighborhoods” strategy is working.
Review Plan to Address Vacant Properties at Scale
The Scott Administration is working to get rid of vacant properties in Baltimore City. Over the next 15 years, they plan to spend at least $3 billion to fix up these properties and improve entire blocks in our neighborhoods.
See Story Map Outlining Plan of ActionFramework for Community Development
Read this report to learn about the plans for different neighborhoods. This plan is like a map that shows how to make neighborhoods better. The goal is to bring big, positive changes to these areas.
A New Era of Neighborhood InvestmentVacants Reduction in Action
DHCD's Fixed Pricing Program began in the spring of 2024. It makes it easier for homeowners, nonprofits, and developers to buy vacant properties by offering a set price. You can follow our progress as we sell these properties for restoration.
View Applicant Information and ApprovalsEvery year, DHCD responds to nearly 70,000 citizen requests from 311, conducts 250,000 housing inspections, issues 30,000 violation notices, issues 30,000 citations and registers 55,000 properties. While DHCD is generally acknowledged as a national leader in the work of code enforcement and the efficient, effective and data-driven delivery of local government services, we welcome the public's increased involvement in holding owners of derelict properties accountable