Landlord-tenant Issues
Landlord tenant relations are governed mainly by state stautes and case law. Depending on the specific issue you are facing, you may need to research Maryland state law, Federal law, or both.
People's Law Library of Maryland
a legal information and self-help website maintained by the Maryland State Law Library.
Baltimore Neighborhoods - BNI promotes justice in housing for all people in the State of Maryland through fair housing and tenant-landlord programs and public information activities. BNI fights housing discrimination, supports integrated communities, works to improve tenant-landlord relations, provides community education and outreach, and advocates for persons with disabilities on accessible housing issues
The BNI Hotline serves residential landlords and tenants throughout Maryland. The Hotline is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. – Call 410-243-6007 or 1-800-487-6007 (MD Only)
Maryland Attorney General Consumer Protection Division The Consumer Protection Division provides mediation services to consumers to help resolve complaints against businesses and health insurance carriers. The Division can also provide information about complaints that have been filed against businesses, tell you if your new home builder is properly registered and provide publications to help you make good decisions in the marketplace. Consumer Tips and Publications
Landlord-Tenant: Tips on Avoiding Disputes
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development; HUD in Maryland
Housing and Urban Development is the Department of Opportunity. True to its mission, HUD is working closely with state and local leaders across Maryland to promote homeownership, support community development, and to increase access to affordable housing, free from discrimination.
Resources to Help You Find Shelter or Stay in Your Home
File a Housing Discrimination Complaint
Tenant Rights, Laws and Protections: Maryland
Secondary Sources
Guide to local, state and federal laws governing tenant-landlord relations: including laws prohibiting discrimination in housing. Baltimore Neighborhoods, Reading Room Reserves KFM1317 .B35
Maryland landlord-tenant law : practice and procedure by Douglas M. Bregman, 2009 KFM1317 .B7 2009