Maryland Residential Lease Agreement Template

This free Maryland Residential Lease Agreement Template is a legal contract used between the Landlord and Tenant for a lease term of a year or more.

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This free Maryland Residential Lease Agreement Template is a legal contract used between the Landlord and Tenant for a lease term of a year or more.

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Required Landlord / Tenant Disclosure Forms in Maryland (6)

  1. Agent/Landlord – The landlord or agent’s name and contact details must be visible in the lease or posted.
  2. Lead-Based Paint Disclosure and EPA Pamphlet – Required for properties built before 1978, informing tenants of potential lead hazards.
  3. Security Deposit Receipt – Landlords must provide the tenant’s security deposit receipt.
  4. Move-in/Move-out Checklist [PDF] – Given before move-in to track damages and determine deposit deductions.
  5. Habitability – Landlords must ensure the property is livable and outline responsibilities for utilities and repairs.
  6. Utility Billing Disclosure (RUBS) [PDF] – Landlords must explain how shared utility costs are billed.

Security Deposit Laws and Returning Requirements

  • Maximum Amount – Two months’ rent.
  • Returning Deposit to Tenant – Landlords must return the deposit within 45 days after the Tenant moves out.

Rent Payment Laws and Late Fees

  • Grace Period – No statute.
  • Maximum Late Fee – Up to 5% of the monthly rent.
  • NSF Fee – $35 for a bounced rent check.

Sample Maryland Residential Lease Agreement

Sources

  1. § 8–210(a)(1)
  2. § 8–203(c)(1)
  3. § 8–203.1
  4. § 8–203.1(a)
  5. § 8–208(c)
  6. § 8–212.4(c)(1)
  7. § 8–203(b)(1)
  8. § 8–203(e)(1)
  9. § 8–203(g)(1)
  10. § 8–401(c)(1)
  11. § 15-803(a)
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