§ 8–212.3

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Real Prop. § 8-212.3 (2026)

Title 8. Landlord and Tenant

Subtitle 2. Residential Leases

(a)

(1)

In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.

(2)

“Affected dwelling unit” has the meaning stated in § 7–309 of the Public Utilities Article.

(3)

“Landlord” has the meaning stated in § 7–309 of the Public Utilities Article.

(4)

“Tenant” has the meaning stated in § 7–309 of the Public Utilities Article.

(5)

“Utility service” has the meaning stated in § 7–309 of the Public Utilities Article.

(6)

“Utility service provider” has the meaning stated in § 7–309 of the Public Utilities Article.

(b)

A tenant may deduct from rent due to a landlord the amount of payments made to a utility service provider for utility service if:

(1)

An oral or written lease for an affected dwelling unit requires the landlord to pay the utility bill; and

(2)

(i)

The tenant pays all or part of the utility bill, including payments made on a new utility service account; or

(ii)

The tenant pays any security deposit required to obtain a new utility service account.

(c)

A tenant’s rights under this section may not be waived in any lease.