# Real Property (GRP)

## Title 9. Statutory Liens on Real Property

### Subtitle 3. Construction Contracts

#### Section 9-302

(a) Except for work done or materials furnished under a contract enumerated in Sec. 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.

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