Bill > HB993

This bill clarifies rules for short-term rentals, which are defined as residential properties rented for less than 31 consecutive days, excluding hotels and similar accommodations. An "operator" is anyone who offers such a rental, including owners, lessees (tenants), or sublessees. The bill prohibits local governments from banning short-term rentals solely because the operator is a tenant or subtenant. However, local governments are permitted to restrict tenants or subtenants from operating more than one short-term rental property within a county or municipality. Importantly, this bill does not prevent property owners from prohibiting or limiting their tenants' ability to use the property as a short-term rental.

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https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0993?ys=2026RS