UPLIFT Developer Applications
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Application process overview
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. They are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis, as long as funding is available.
To learn more about project eligibility, please refer to the UPLIFT Program Guide as of October 2025 - PDF - 727.36 KB.
You must request a pre-application meeting before applying. We encourage you to do this early to learn more about the program and determine if your project is a good fit.
Application process overview
- Step 0: Pre-Application Requirements
- Review program guide and all application materials carefully
- Prepare project details, including scope, development plan, and financials
- Schedule pre-application meeting and submit required documentation at least two business days before the meeting
- Step 1: Request Application
- Submit the UPLIFT Electronic Application Submission Request after pre-app meeting
- DHCD will invite applicant to join a Procorem WorkCenter for the project
- Step 2: Complete Application
- Create Procorem account if applicant's first time in the Procorem system, using the Procorem instructions for UPLIFT - PDF - 3.42 MB as a guide
- Download the blank application documents within the Procorem WorkCenter's application folders
- Complete each section of the application by filling in the downloaded template documents
- Prepare narratives, certifications, development information, financials, and other required documentation
- Step 3: Pay Fee
- $1,000 non-refundable fee per project
- Mail check to DHCD and upload proof of payment. Please check the UPLIFT Program Fees - PDF - 166.17 KB document for instructions.
- Step 4: Submit
- Upload all files to Procorem in correct subfolders
- Sign and upload the Final Submission Checklist
- Optional: Deliver hard copy to DHCD's headquarters in Lanham, MD
- Step 5: Review & Scoring
- DHCD conducts threshold review, then scores eligible projects
- Step 6: Award & Closing
- If approved, receive commitment letter
Program documents
- UPLIFT Program Guide as of October 2025 - PDF - 727.36 KB
- UPLIFT Design and Construction Standards - Final Version as of October 2025 - PDF - 298.15 KB
- UPLIFT Qualified Areas Map
- UPLIFT Program Fees - PDF - 166.17 KB
- New Construction or Rehabilitation Cost Limits
UPLIFT Application forms and documents
- Request a pre-application meeting
- UPLIFT Electronic Application Submission Request
- UPLIFT Application Portal - Procorem
- Procorem instructions for UPLIFT - PDF - 3.42 MB
- UPLIFT Waiver Request
Application materials are available upon request. Please email [email protected] to request these documents.
Draft closing documents are available upon request. Please email [email protected] to request a copy of these draft documents.
Coming soon
Program updates
Contact information
If you have questions or need help with UPLIFT, email us at: [email protected].