§ 9–302
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Real Prop. § 9-302 (2026)
Title 9. Statutory Liens on Real Property
Subtitle 3. Construction Contracts
§ 9–302LinkCopy Citation
(a)
Except for work done or materials furnished under a contract enumerated in § 9–305 of this subtitle, a contractor or subcontractor who does work or furnishes material under a contract shall be entitled to prompt payment under subsection (b) of this section.
(b)
(1)
If the contract is with an owner, the owner shall:
(i)
If the contract does not provide for specific dates or times of payment, pay to the contractor undisputed amounts owed under the terms of the written contract, within the earlier of:
(1)
30 days after the day on which the occupancy permit is granted; or
(2)
30 days after the day on which the owner or the owner’s agent takes possession; or
(ii)
If the contract provides for specific dates or times of payment, pay to the contractor undisputed amounts owed within 7 days after the date or time specified in the contract.
(2)
Paragraph (1) of this subsection does not apply to any contract between the contractor and:
(i)
The State;
(ii)
A county;
(iii)
A municipal corporation;
(iv)
A board of education; or
(v)
A public authority or instrumentality.
(3)
If the contract is not with an owner, the contractor or subcontractor shall pay undisputed amounts owed to its subcontractors within 7 days after receipt by the contractor or subcontractor of each payment received for its subcontractors’ work or materials.