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§ 12–521

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Local Gov't § 12-521 (2026)
Title 12. Other Powers of Counties -- Generally
Subtitle 5. Public Roads

§ 12–521Copy Citation

If the governing body of a county decides to open or alter a road, the governing body shall:
(1)
at the usual time for imposing taxes, impose a tax on the assessable property of the county in an amount sufficient to open or alter the road and pay any damages awarded and owed by the county; and
(2)
open or alter the road as soon as it can be done conveniently.