Talbot County Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) housing and public facility funding

How it works

Talbot County’s CDBG page explains that the Maryland Community Development Block Grant program is a federally funded program used by county and municipal governments for neighborhood revitalization, housing opportunities, economic development, and improved public facilities and services. The county says the state awards CDBG funds primarily as gap funding for projects selected by jurisdictions.

What the money covers

The county page says eligible project types generally include:

• Housing
• Public facilities, including water/sewer, streets, childcare, senior or community centers, and shelters
• Economic development projects

The page also says CDBG-funded projects must meet one of the national objectives: benefit low- and moderate-income persons, eliminate slum and blight, or meet an urgent need that threatens public health and safety.

Why it is included here

This is not a direct homeowner rebate or grant listed for individual homeowners. It is a county-level funding source that can support housing-related projects and improvements in Talbot County, including through eligible municipalities such as Easton, Oxford, St. Michaels, Trappe, and Queen Anne.

Timing and deadlines

The county page does not give a standing homeowner deadline. It references annual competition and project-specific applications.

How to apply

The page directs readers to the Maryland DHCD website and the state CDBG policies and procedures manual for more information. It also lists a county grants administrator contact.