Bill > HB968

This bill modifies the Maryland business licensing requirements by changing the definition of "storage warehouse" in the Business Regulation article of state law. Specifically, the bill adds a new provision that explicitly excludes self-service storage facilities from the definition of a storage warehouse. Under the current law, a storage warehouse is defined as a building or structure used for keeping goods for a fee, and operators of such facilities are required to obtain a storage warehouse license from the local clerk. The proposed change means that self-service storage facilities - where customers rent individual storage units and typically have their own access and control - will no longer need to obtain this specific type of business license. The bill is set to take effect on October 1, 2025, giving businesses and local government agencies time to adjust to the new licensing requirement. This change could potentially reduce administrative burden and licensing costs for self-service storage facility operators in Maryland.

Budget and Finance, Business and Industry

https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0968?ys=2025RS