The following information is made available by the Allegany County Department of Community Services, Housing Services Division located at 30 Rear Washington Street - Rear Courthouse Cumberland, Maryland to inform residents of programs administered through the office.

We encourage you to continue to check back for program updates and additional services made available through the Allegany County Department of Community Services, Housing Services Division.

Office Hours
Monday-Friday from 8:00-4:00

Contact Us At
By Telephone At:  301-777-2372
By Fax:  301-777-2126
Or By Email At:  housing@allconet.org

Frequently Asked Questions
Start here to quickly find the answers to your questions.  The Housing Division has compiled a list of the most frequently heard questions for your convenience.

Rental Assistance Program
RAP is a temporary emergency rental program funded by the State of Maryland. The program assists the homeless and individuals experiencing critical or emergency situations beyond their control secure affordable, safe, and sanitary housing.

Housing Developer Information
Contains contact information for developers looking for information on federal, state, and local programs.

Maryland Rehabilitation Programs
Funds made available through the State of Maryland's Special Loans Program administered by Allegany County for the renovation of or repair of owner occupied houses or rental properties with 1-4 units.

Strategic Housing Plan
This document sets out a strategic housing plan for Allegany County, Maryland .  It reviews strengths, weaknesses, threats and opportunities; presents a series of statements relating to the County’s, mission, values and objectives; and sets out its proposed strategies and goals.
 Phase 1 and Phase 2

Section 8 Existing Housing Program
Learn about the Federally funded program that provides ongoing rental assistance to low and very-low income families.

Subsidized Housing Inventory
An inventory of subsidized units located in Allegany County, Maryland. Telephone numbers are provided for each housing agency should you have any questions or need additional information.

Additional Resources:

HUD Regulatory Barriers Clearinghouse
This site was created to support state and local governments and other organizations seeking information about laws, regulations, and policies affecting the development, maintenance, improvement, availability, and cost of affordable housing. Hosted by HUD's Office of Policy Development and Research, RBC supports the collection and dissemination of resources that can help identify and address regulatory barriers in your home state and community.

 

Last Updated:  Saturday, June 03, 2006
Allegany County Community Services - Housing Services Division
30 Rear Washington Street
Cumberland, Maryland 21502
301-777-2372
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