# Local Government (GLG)

## Title 5. Powers

### Subtitle 3. Private Communities

#### Section 5-301

(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b) "Private community" means:

  (1) a community governed by a homeowners association, as defined under the Maryland Homeowners Association Act;

  (2) a condominium, as defined under the Maryland Condominium Act; or

  (3) a cooperative housing corporation, as defined under the Maryland Cooperative Housing Corporation Act.

(c) "Residential street service" means:

  (1) removing snow, ice, or other obstructions from roadways;

  (2) lighting roadways and maintaining the lighting equipment;

  (3) collecting leaves, recyclable materials, or garbage along roadways; or

  (4) maintaining roadways.

(d) "Roadway" means a paved surface that provides vehicular access or is designated for parking.

---

Md. Code Ann., Local Gov't (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)