§ 4–401
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Local Gov't § 4-401 (2026)
Title 4. In General
Subtitle 4. Annexation
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(a)
Subject to subsections (b) and (c) of this section, the legislative body of a municipality may enlarge its boundaries by annexation as provided in this subtitle.
(b)
The power of annexation applies only to land that:
(1)
is contiguous and adjoining to the existing boundaries of the municipality; and
(2)
does not create an unincorporated area that is bounded on all sides by:
(i)
real property presently in the boundaries of the municipality;
(ii)
real property proposed to be in the boundaries of the municipality as a result of the proposed annexation; or
(iii)
any combination of real property described in item (i) or (ii) of this item.
(c)
A municipality may not annex land that is in another municipality.