Green Building Initiatives
The Green Building Initiatives Program helps business and property owners increase energy efficiency and reduce environmental impact in downtown Ocean City. If your property is located south of 17th Street, you may qualify for a grant of up to $7,500 to install long-term energy-saving solutions that lower costs and promote sustainability.
With funding from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development, OCDC provides financial and technical assistance to help you make smart, eco-friendly upgrades to your property.
Financial Assistance
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Up to $7,500 in grant funding (must be matched by at least $15,000).
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Combine with the Façade Improvement Program (total grant cap: $10,000).
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Additional grants may be available for other renovations (subject to OCDC Board approval).
Eligibility
Your property must be located south of 17th Street (with some exceptions). Eligible energy-efficient upgrades include:
Solar panels
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Energy-efficient windows, doors, and vinyl siding
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Siding made of majority recycled materials
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High-efficiency insulation (meeting required R-values):
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Walls: R-19
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Ceilings: R-38
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Floors (insulated crawl space): R-19
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Floors (open crawl space): R-23
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Rigid insulation for exterior walls
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Weather stripping and caulking
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Cool roofs
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Other OCDC-approved energy efficiency upgrades
Not sure if your project qualifies? Contact us today!
Tehnical Assistance
OCDC provides free guidance to help applicants choose energy-efficient improvements that align with the program’s goals. Our team will review proposed upgrades before submission, ensuring they maximize efficiency and sustainability.
Invest In Sustainability & Save On Energy Costs.
Contact OCDC today to get started!
How To Apply
Do not start any work until you receive OCDC approval.
Step 1
Talk To Us
Contact OCDC to discuss your project.
Step 2
Get a Contractor
Obtain a proposal from a licensed contractor.
Step 4
Submit Documents
Provide the contractor's proposal alone with your application
Step 5
Board Review
The OCDC Board will review your project and determine funding.
Step 6
Approval
If approved, you'll receive an award lettter and next steps.