Published: June 28, 2009 11:14 pm      

O’Malley announces Maryland ‘Smart Sites’

Designation goes to projects that focus on green building practices

CAMBRIDGE (AP) — Fifteen projects across Maryland have been given “Smart Site” designation by the state.

The designation is given to projects that focus on green building practices, encourage smart growth and revitalization of existing communities.

The first round of projects includes housing in a Harford County community near transit and the Aberdeen Proving Grounds; revitalization of a historic Carroll County main street; and a number of transit-oriented developments.

Gov. Martin O’Malley announced the designations Sunday in Cambridge after a walking tour of local development projects.

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On the Net:

Smart Sites — www.green.maryland.gov/smartsites.html