MD HB979

Requires self-service storage facility operators to notify occupants at least 10 days before conducting a lien sale, providing the time, place, and terms of the sale by hand delivery, verified mail, or electronic mail.

If electronic mail notification of a sale does not receive a response or delivery confirmation at least 5 days before the sale, the operator must promptly send a second notice by verified mail.

Clarifies that confirmation of delivery (not just a response from the occupant) satisfies the electronic notice requirement for default notifications.

Maintains existing requirements that occupants must be in default for more than 60 days before a lien sale and must receive at least 14 days to pay charges after the initial default notice.

Takes effect July 1, 2025.