3 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 3 cities in Montgomery County, Maryland.
Verified from official government sources
DHCA publishes Voluntary Rent Guidelines annually (up to 5.4% for 2024). Exceeding the guideline requires 90 days notice instead of 30. Chapter 29 governs.
Retaliatory evictions prohibited under Maryland RP 8-208.1. Month-to-month tenancies require 60 days notice to terminate. Self-help evictions are illegal.
All rental units must be licensed through DHCA before leasing. Licenses renewed every 2 years with inspections. Unlicensed rentals face fines up to $500/day.
3 cities in Montgomery County have their own rental property rules rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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