The phased approach to redevelopment will build on State Center's specific strengths: its transit access and its position at the hub of key downtown neighborhoods.
The redevelopment strategy will focus on placemaking, improved pedestrian access, and public spaces with greenery and gathering spaces that welcome people regardless of whether they live, work, or pass through.
From there, the strategy’s goal is a self-reinforcing cycle: more residents will create demand for more services. Better amenities will attract more businesses. Stronger connections will bring more foot traffic. Over time, a destination will find its footing.
The Maryland Board of Public Works (BPW) approved a settlement resolving a lawsuit stemming from its 2017 decision to cancel the MDA between the State of Maryland and State Center, LLC. With litigation concluded, the State of Maryland and the City of Baltimore are poised to advance a transformative redevelopment plan for the State Center Complex.
Governor Moore directed the formation of a Work Group of State and City leaders to present a joint recommendation on the vision for the redevelopment and reuse of State Center.
The Maryland Department of General Services (DGS), the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT), and MEDCO executed an interagency agreement to jointly advance the State Center Redevelopment Strategy.
The State released an RFP to engage a consultant to develop the Redevelopment Strategy.
The Redevelopment Strategy was launched.
The Redevelopment Strategy is targeted for completion.
A development partner will be identified through a focused market offering.
