Sec. 13-139. Rent Increases-Limitations and Late Fees or Penalties During Certain Emergencies - Prohibited
Codified through Bill No. CB-018-2026, adopted May 12, 2026, effective July 24, 2026. Source: Municode, Supplement 2026 Update 2. Editorial notes and legislative history omitted.
Prince George's County, Md., Code § 13-139 (2026)
Sec. 13-139. Rent Increases-Limitations and Late Fees or Penalties During Certain Emergencies - ProhibitedLinkCopy Citation
(a)
From the date of adoption, a landlord shall not:
(1)
increase rent in an amount that exceeds two-point six percent (2.6%) per annum of the existing rent amount for any tenant not suffering a loss of income because of the emergency; or
(2)
increase rent for a tenant with substantial loss of income.
(b)
A landlord shall not issue notice of a rent increase, late fees or penalties during an emergency and within 90 days after the expiration of an emergency.