Maryland Lead Hazard Reduction Grant & Loan Program

Maryland DHCD

Available Home Repair

About This Program

Maryland Lead Hazard Reduction Grant & Loan Program is available to homeowners in Baltimore, MD.

Statewide program providing grants or loans to reduce lead-based paint hazards in Maryland homes. Backed by $4 million in new HUD funding launched March 2026 for assessment, full remediation, and clearance testing.

Grant or loan based on ability to repay; no income limits for eligibility

Official program page checked live on 2026-06-22.

Data last verified 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.

In Baltimore, MD, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:

Key Details

  • Covers lead inspection, abatement, and clearance testing
  • No income limits, open to all homeowners and landlords
  • Grant or loan depends on applicant's ability to repay
  • Maximum 20-year loan term if issued as loan
  • $4M in new HUD funding launched March 2026

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

301-429-7564

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Projects like this almost always need a licensed contractor, and many grants ask for a written estimate as part of your application. Lining up a contractor in Baltimore early keeps your application moving.

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Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
  • Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Download this checklist (PDF)

Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Ongoing, $4M in new federal funding (March 2026)

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Frequently asked questions

How much can Maryland Lead Hazard Reduction Grant & Loan Program provide in Baltimore, MD?

Up to $25,000.

Who qualifies for Maryland Lead Hazard Reduction Grant & Loan Program in Baltimore?

Maryland Lead Hazard Reduction Grant & Loan Program is open to homeowners in Baltimore, MD. It has no income limit.

How do I apply for Maryland Lead Hazard Reduction Grant & Loan Program in Baltimore, MD?

Apply directly with Maryland DHCD using the official program link on this page or call 301-429-7564. There is no middleman and no fee. Deadline: Ongoing, $4M in new federal funding (March 2026).

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