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HB 956

Condominiums - Buildings More Than 40 Years Old - Study

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Sandy Rosenberg

Maryland orders study of 40+ year old condominiums to assess structural safety, maintenance needs, and financial reserve adequacy statewide.

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Bill Summary · HB 956

Legislative bill overview

HB 956 directs the state to conduct a comprehensive study of condominiums in Maryland that are more than 40 years old, examining their structural conditions, maintenance needs, and reserve fund adequacy. The bill requires analysis of potential safety risks and financial vulnerabilities in aging condo buildings across the state.

Why is this important

Aging condominium buildings pose significant risks to residents regarding safety and financial stability. A state-level study could inform future regulatory changes, disclosure requirements, or funding mechanisms to address deferred maintenance and potential building failures—issues that have led to catastrophic collapses in other states and left unit owners facing massive special assessments.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost and scope: Questions about study funding, timeline, and whether findings will lead to binding regulations or remain advisory only
  • Regulatory implications: Property rights advocates may worry the study precedes mandates on reserve funds, inspection requirements, or condo board operations that increase costs for owners
  • Disclosure and liability: Uncertainty about whether study results could expose condo associations to litigation or disclosure requirements that impact property values

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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