# Health - General (GHG)

## Title 10. Mental Health Law

### Subtitle 5. Private Facilities

#### Section 10-518

(a) A small private group home:

  (1) Is deemed conclusively a single-family dwelling; and

  (2) Is permitted to locate in all residential zones.

(b) A large private group home is deemed conclusively a multifamily dwelling and is permitted to locate in zones of similar density.

(c) A private group home is not subject to any special exception, conditional use permit, or procedure that differs from that required for a single-family dwelling or a multifamily dwelling of similar density in the same zone.

(d) A general zoning ordinance that conflicts with the provisions of this section is superseded by this section to the extent of the conflict.

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Md. Code Ann., Health-Gen. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)