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New Baltimore City Rent Court
The new Baltimore City District Court for rent court cases is now located at 500 North Calvert Street, having moved from its previous location at 501 East Fayette Street on October 14, 2025. Landlord-tenant cases, which include “rent court” for “failure to pay rent” issues, are handled here.
Read MoreRental License Required
The Maryland Court of Appeals has made a ruling that protects renters from having to pay rent to unlicensed landlords in certain situations. Here’s a breakdown:
Read MoreCameras Required
PG County will require 24-hour security cameras on apartment buildings, garden-style apartments, and 55+ senior housing with over 100 units by June 2025. This mandate applies to owners and property managers, with fines of up to $500 per violation for non-compliance.
Read MoreWhat’s the Renter’s Rights and Stabilization Act of 2024? House Bill 693 updated Maryland’s landlord-tenant laws with some key changes.
For nonpayment of rent complaints, the filing fee for landlords has gone up, and they can only charge this to tenants if they win a court judgment and the lease allows for it. If a court awards a surcharge, it can’t exceed the tenant’s security deposit, protecting renters’ rights. Regarding security deposits, landlords can now…
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