Maryland landlord-tenant law

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Local rules also apply in: Baltimore, Takoma Park

Quick facts

Topic	At a glance
Security deposit limit	For leases signed on or after Oct 1, 2024: no more than one month's rent, with limited exceptions (e.g., up to two months for certain uti…
Deposit return deadline	Within 45 days after the tenancy ends: a written list of charges with supporting documents, plus the rest of the deposit with interest.
Notice to enter	At least 24 hours' written notice for inspections or repairs.
Rent increase notice	Not yet verified
Late fees	Not yet verified
Eviction notice (nonpayment)	Not yet verified
Rent control / state preemption	Not yet verified

Details & sources

Security deposit limit

For leases signed on or after Oct 1, 2024: no more than one month's rent, with limited exceptions (e.g., up to two months for certain utility-assistance tenants).

Verified Source: Md. Code, Real Prop. § 8-203 (DHCD FAQ) · last checked 2026-10-15

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Deposit return deadline

Within 45 days after the tenancy ends: a written list of charges with supporting documents, plus the rest of the deposit with interest.

Verified Source: Md. Code, Real Prop. §§ 8-203, 8-203.1 (DHCD Tenant Bill of Rights) · last checked 2026-10-15

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Notice to enter

At least 24 hours' written notice for inspections or repairs. Entry only Monday–Saturday, 7 a.m.–7 p.m., except in emergencies (local rules may add more).

Verified Source: Md. Code, Real Prop. (DHCD Tenant Bill of Rights) · last checked 2026-10-15

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