Notice of Intent to
Request Release of Funds
October 15, 2026
The City of Baltimore – Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD)
417 East Fayette Street, Suite 1101
Baltimore, MD 21202
410.396.1228
On or about October 23, 2026, the City of Baltimore will authorize Civic Works, Inc. to submit a request to the US Department Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the release of Community Project Funding (CPF) Grant funds from the Consolidated Appropriations Act FY-2024, Grant Number B-24-CP-MD-1016 to undertake a renovation / rehabilitation project of the Civic Works - Center for Sustainable Careers building located at 3501 Brehms Lane, Baltimore, MD 21213. Proposed improvements include modifications to the existing interior layout; replacement and upgrades to HVAC equipment, including installation of a Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) system; upgrades to the building electrical system, including replacement of the electrical service area, meter trough, and electrical panels; installation of additional fire alarm notification devices and expansion of fire sprinkler coverage; exterior masonry repairs, repointing, and painting; and installation of a 100-kWh Resiliency Hub with battery storage. Interior improvements include selective demolition and construction of non-load-bearing partitions, installation and replacement of interior doors, ceilings, lighting, finishes, plumbing fixtures, and related improvements to existing office, training, warehouse, restroom, and common areas. Exterior improvements include removal and replacement of an existing concrete entrance ramp, landing, and stairs. Limited selective demolition of the existing interior concrete slab is also proposed where necessary to install or modify sanitary connections for plumbing fixtures. The anticipated total renovation cost for the project is estimated at $3,350,000.00 of which $1,000,000.00 is the Community Project Funding (CPF) Grant award funding.
The rehabilitation activities proposed are Categorically Excluded under HUD Regulations at 24 CFR Part 58 from the National Environmental Policy Act requirements. An Environmental Review Record (ERR) that documents the environmental determinations for the location is on file at City of Baltimore – Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD), 417 East Fayette Street, Suite 1101, Baltimore, MD 21202. All inquiries should be emailed to Joseph.Connor@baltimorecity.gov or via the above phone number.
Public Comments
Any individual, group, or agency may submit written comments on the ERR to the City of Baltimore – Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD), 417 East Fayette Street, Suite 1101, Baltimore, MD 21202 or via email to Joseph.Connor@baltimorecity.gov. All comments received by October 22, 2026 will be considered by the City of Baltimore – (DHCD) prior to authorizing submission of a request for release of funds.
Release of Funds
The City of Baltimore certifies to HUD that Timothy Keane in his capacity as the Acting Commissioner of the City of Baltimore – (DHCD) consents to accept the jurisdiction of the Federal Courts if an action is brought to enforce responsibilities in relation to the environmental review process and that these responsibilities have been satisfied. HUD’s approval of the certification satisfies its responsibilities under NEPA and related laws and authorities, and allows Civic Works, Inc. to use CPF funds.
Objections to Release of Funds
HUD will accept objections to its release of funds and the City of Baltimore – (DHCD) certification for a period of fifteen days following the anticipated submission date or its actual receipt of the request (whichever is later) only if they are on one of the following bases: (a) the certification was not executed by the Certifying Officer of the City of Baltimore – (DHCD); (b) the City of Baltimore – (DHCD ) has omitted a step or failed to make a decision or finding required by HUD regulations at 24 CFR Part 58; (c) the grant recipient or other participants in the development process have committed funds, incurred costs, or undertaken activities not authorized by 24 CFR Part 58 before approval of a release of funds by HUD or (d) another Federal agency acting pursuant to 40 CFR Part 1504 has submitted a written finding that the project is unsatisfactory from the standpoint of environmental quality. Objections must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the required procedures (24 CFR Part 58, Sec.58.76) and shall be emailed to HUD as follows: Ms. Ebony M. Madyun, Director, Community Planning and Development Division, Ebony.M.Madyun@hud.gov. Potential objectors should contact HUD at 771-202-4018, to verify the actual last day of the objection period.
Timothy Keane
Acting Commissioner - City of Baltimore – (DHCD)
Notice of Finding of
No Significant Impact and
Notice of Intent to
Request Release of Funds
October 13, 2026
City of Baltimore – Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD)
417 East Fayette Street, Suite 1101
Baltimore, MD 21202
410-396-1228
These notices shall satisfy two separate but related procedural requirements for activities to be undertaken by the Housing Authority of Baltimore City (HABC) and the City of Baltimore Department of Housing and Community Development.
Request For Release of Funds
On or about October 29, 2026, the City of Baltimore will submit a request to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development for the release of HOME Investment Partnerships (ARP) funds under Title II of the Cranston-Gonzalez National Affordable Housing Act of 1990, as amended, and the City of Baltimore will authorize the Housing Authority of Baltimore City (HABC) to submit a request to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development - Public and Indian Housing for the release of Project-based Housing Voucher funds under Section 8 (o) of the U.S. Housing Act of 1937, as amended. The Housing Authority of Baltimore City (HABC) will submit a request to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the release of funds to undertake the creation of fifty (50) units of affordable housing supported by PIH/ HABC Project-based Housing Vouchers at the proposed New Shiloh III Apartments, 2300 North Monroe Street (Assembled Lots), Baltimore, MD 21217. The HUD funding for the project is as follows: HABC Project-based Housing Vouchers – Twenty-nine (29) PBVs and City of Baltimore HOME Investment Partnerships Division support of the undertaking with HOME funds in the amount of $2,000,000.00. The total project cost is approximately $24,871,119.00 from all Federal, State, Local and private sources.
Finding of No Significant Impact
The City of Baltimore – (DHCD) has determined that the project will have no significant impact on the human environment. Therefore, an Environmental Impact Statement under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) is not required. Additional project information is contained in the Environmental Review Record (ERR) on file at the City of Baltimore – (DHCD), Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) office, 417 East Fayette Street, Suite 1101, Baltimore, MD 21202. All inquiries should be emailed to Joseph.Connor@baltimorecity.gov or via the above phone number.
Public Comments
Any individual, group, or agency disagreeing with this determination or wishing to comment on the project may submit written comments to the City of Baltimore – (DHCD) at the address listed above. All comments received by October 28, 2026 will be considered by the City of Baltimore – (DHCD) prior to authorizing submission of a request for release of funds. Commentators should specify which Notice they are addressing.
Release of Funds
The City of Baltimore – (DHCD) certifies to HUD that Mr. Timothy Keane in his capacity as the Acting Commissioner of the City of Baltimore – (DHCD) consents to accept the jurisdiction of the Federal Courts if an action is brought to enforce responsibilities in relation to the environmental review process and that these responsibilities have been satisfied. HUD’s approval of the certification satisfies its responsibilities under NEPA and related laws and authorities and allows the Housing Authority of Baltimore City (HABC), the City of Baltimore and the Enterprise Community Development, Inc, to use the referenced funds.
Objections to Release of Funds
HUD will accept objections to its release of funds and the City of Baltimore – (DHCD) certification for a period of fifteen days following the anticipated submission date or its actual receipt of the request (whichever is later) only if they are on one of the following bases: (a) the certification was not executed by the Certifying Officer of the City of Baltimore – (DHCD); (b) the City of Baltimore – (DHCD) has omitted a step or failed to make a decision or finding required by HUD regulations at 24 CFR Part 58; (c) the grant recipient or other participants in the development process have committed funds, incurred costs, or undertaken activities not authorized by 24 CFR Part 58 before approval of a release of funds by HUD; or (d) another Federal agency acting pursuant to 40 CFR Part 1504 has submitted a written finding that the project is unsatisfactory from the standpoint of environmental quality. Objections must be prepared and submitted via email in accordance with the required procedures (24 CFR Part 58 Sec.58.76), and may be addressed to HUD as follows: Ms. Ebony M. Madyun, Director, Community Planning and Development Division, Ebony.M.Madyun@hud.gov for HOME, and or Ms. Laurel Davis, Director, Public and Indian Housing, for PIH, bcd_incoming@hud.gov. Objectors should contact HUD at the aforementioned email addresses to verify the actual last day of the objection period or contact HUD at 410-209-6533, to verify the actual last day of the objection period.
Timothy Keane
Acting Commissioner - City of Baltimore – (DHCD)