MD HB1257

Requires landlords with 4 or more dwelling units to provide prospective tenants with a written itemized list of all fees, including the basis, amount, whether mandatory or optional, and payment schedule

Prohibits landlords from imposing any mandatory fee that was not properly disclosed; lease provisions violating disclosure requirements are unenforceable

Applies to leases signed or renewed on or after October 1, 2025, with exemptions for utility charges, minor lease violation penalties, replacement keys, and security deposit withholdings

Allows tenants to sue landlords for violations occurring on or after February 1, 2026, with courts authorized to award treble damages (3x actual damages) plus reasonable attorney's fees

Local jurisdictions may enact their own fee disclosure laws, which supersede state requirements if they provide stronger tenant protections