Statutory cap, exemptions, and notice rules under Md. Code, Real Prop. § 8-208 (local authority)
Maryland has no statewide cap but Prince George's County and Montgomery County have enacted rent stabilization programs. Takoma Park (inside Montgomery County) has one of the oldest rent control ordinances in the region.
| Rule | Requirement | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Statewide cap | None | Md. Code, Real Prop. § 8-208 (local authority) |
| 2025 maximum increase | No limit | — |
| Notice required | Typically 30–60 days written notice | State landlord-tenant law |
| Retaliation prohibited | Yes — increases cannot be retaliatory or discriminatory | Federal Fair Housing Act + state law |
These Maryland cities currently have or are actively developing rent stabilization ordinances. Caps and covered-unit definitions vary — check your city's municipal code or housing authority for the current allowable increase.
Maryland has no statewide rent increase cap. Some cities and counties have local ordinances — check your specific municipality.
Yes — while Maryland has no statewide cap, local governments are permitted to enact rent control ordinances, and some have.
In Maryland, landlords must generally provide at least 30 days' written notice before increasing rent for month-to-month tenants. For covered units under Md. Code, Real Prop. § 8-208 (local authority), any increase above the allowable cap requires proper written notice and may require additional disclosures.
In Maryland, there is no statewide cap. The increase can be any amount as long as proper notice is given and the increase is not retaliatory or discriminatory.
Statutory data sourced from published Maryland law (Md. Code, Real Prop. § 8-208 (local authority)), BLS Consumer Price Index (2024–2025), and state agency publications. Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates for median rent. Last updated April 29, 2026. This page is informational only and does not constitute legal advice.
