As the first event in an initiative to return vacant properties to productive use, Baltimore is offering six properties in historic Reservoir Hill for sale and rehabilitation. Applications will be available at an open house to be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at 2320 Eutaw Place.

The six homes will be featured and open for inspection.

The starting point, 2320 Eutaw Place, one of the offered homes, is a vacant shell, stabilized by the city with a new roof and 12-foot ceilings. This home is primed for restoration.

Proposals will be limited to those who intend to be owner-occupants. Some properties may be large enough to accommodate a rental or "in-law" apartment in addition to the owner-occupied unit.

Applicants will be given 45 days to respond. For more information, call the Baltimore City Department of Housing and Community Development at 410- 396-4111.