Condominium and HOA records access in Maryland

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Maryland
Who may requestUnit or lot owners, mortgagees, agents; no reason needed
DeadlineFinancial statements and minutes in 21 days
Fees$250 resale cap; financial statements free by email
ComplaintsAttorney General's Division of Consumer Protection
PenaltyNo fine in the records sections
CountryUnited States
Checked against official textOctober 30, 2026

In Maryland, the law sets who may see the records of a council of unit owners, how quickly they must be provided, what may be charged for them, and where an owner can complain.[1][2][3] This summary was checked against the official text on October 30, 2026.

This is general information, not legal advice. Check the official text in the references before relying on it.

Who may request records

Unit or lot owners, mortgagees, agents; no reason needed.

Deadlines

21 days for recent records, 45 for older.

Fees

CertificateResale package capped at $250, +$50 or +$100 rush
Other documentsCopies at court clerk rates; financial statements free

Complaints and penalties

Where to complainAttorney General's Division of Consumer Protection
Penalty for not complyingNo fine in the records sections

References

  1. Md. Code, Real Prop. 11-116.
  2. Md. Code, Real Prop. 11-135.
  3. HB 1132 bill page.
  4. HB 1260 (2026) bill page.

See also: records law in other jurisdictions.