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MD HB405

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/22/2026

Primary Sponsor

Jen Terrasa

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits condominium and homeowners association governing documents from unreasonably restricting the governing body's ability to install or authorize electric vehicle recharging equipment in common use or limited common use parking spaces

  • Requires EV charging installation decisions to follow the ordinary budget process of the condominium or homeowners association

  • Mandates governing bodies consider the availability of sufficient parking to meet community needs before installing EV charging equipment

  • Authorizes governing bodies to grant licenses for up to 3 years (renewable at their discretion) on common elements necessary for EV charging equipment installation or electricity supply

  • Applies retroactively to any covenants, restrictions, declarations, bylaws, or rules recorded or adopted before the effective date of October 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Condominiums and Homeowners Associations - Governing Documents - Electric Vehicle Recharging Equipment

Records

Last Action

Hearing 2/19 at 1:00 p.m.

1/28/2026

Committee Referrals

Economic Matters1/22/2026

Full Bill Text

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