Prince George's County, Maryland, USA
Interior Nat Harbor

RDA's Mission & Vision

The Redevelopment Authority develops, redevelops, revitalizes and preserves targeted communities with an emphasis on communities within the Beltway in support of the County Executive’s priorities of community development, transit-oriented development, and affordable housing.

Mission Statement:

The Mission of the Redevelopment Authority of Prince George’s County is to advance equitable economic development by facilitating strategic redevelopment projects, expanding access to quality housing, and supporting the growth of vibrant commercial and retail centers. Through innovative financing, public-private partnerships, and responsible stewardship of public assets, the Authority delivers sustainable, community-focused development that enhances quality of life for residents and strengthens the County’s economic base.

Vision Statement:

The Redevelopment Authority of Prince George’s County envisions a county with accessible housing, vibrant communities, and thriving retail and commercial destinations that support a strong, equitable, and inclusive economy. Through strategic redevelopment and public-private partnerships, the Authority seeks to expand housing opportunities and catalyze high-quality development that enhances quality of life and drives sustainable economic growth.

Primary Objective

The agency's primary objective is to decrease the number of blighted commercial and residential structures within a 1/2-mile radius of existing transit centers and improve the quality of life for the residents of Prince George's County.

 

Strategies

The strategies to accomplish this objective include:

  • Acquisition of vacant and underutilized commercial and residential properties for development in targeted areas.
  • Ensuring that financing is secured for all projects.
  • Obtaining required approvals for all development plans.
  • Partnering with non-profit and for-profit entities.

By facilitating catalytic economic development and expanding the County's tax base, the Redevelopment Authority partners with non-profit, for-profit, and other governmental entities in its efforts to preserve and stabilize the County's neighborhoods.