# Real Property (GRP)

## Title 9. Statutory Liens on Real Property

### Subtitle 2. Trust Relationships in the Construction Industry

#### Section 9-204

(a) This subtitle applies to contracts subject to Title 17, Subtitle 1 of the State Finance and Procurement Article, known as the "Maryland Little Miller Act", as well as property subject to Sec. 9-102 of this title.

(b) This subtitle does not apply to:

  (1) A contract for the construction and sale of a single family residential dwelling; or

  (2) A home improvement contract by a contractor licensed under the Maryland Home Improvement Law.

(c) In this subtitle, "owner", "contractor", and "subcontractor" have the same meanings as in Sec. 9-101 of this title.

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Md. Code Ann., Real Prop. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)