Maryland HB1244 allows property owners to sue for damages if their property value is diminished by eminent domain for overhead transmission lines.

Maryland HB1244 amends eminent domain laws to allow property owners to sue for damages if their property value is diminished by the taking of another property for overhead transmission lines. It also allows property owners to seek reasonable attorney's fees if they win such a lawsuit. Additionally, if the final decision on appeal is that the assessed value of the property is greater than the appraised value, a reasonable counsel fee will be awarded to the defendant's counsel and charged against the plaintiff. This act takes effect October 1, 2026.

Maryland HB1244 allows property owners to sue for damages if their property value is diminished by eminent domain for overhead transmission lines.

Maryland HB1244 amends eminent domain laws to allow property owners to sue for damages if their property value is diminished by the taking of another property for overhead transmission lines. It also allows property owners to seek reasonable attorney's fees if they win such a lawsuit. Additionally, if the final decision on appeal is that the assessed value of the property is greater than the appraised value, a reasonable counsel fee will be awarded to the defendant's counsel and charged against the plaintiff. This act takes effect October 1, 2026.