Maryland HB1296 mandates developers to assess and mitigate hazards in pedestrian and bicycle routes to schools.

Maryland HB1296 requires developers of residential projects with at least five units near schools to prepare a Safe School Route Report. This report must identify gaps or hazards in existing pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure and propose mitigation measures. Local jurisdictions cannot approve preliminary subdivision or site plans until the necessary improvements are completed. The bill also allows local jurisdictions to impose financial guarantees on developers and withhold building permits if required.

Maryland HB1296 mandates developers to assess and mitigate hazards in pedestrian and bicycle routes to schools.

Maryland HB1296 requires developers of residential projects with at least five units near schools to prepare a Safe School Route Report. This report must identify gaps or hazards in existing pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure and propose mitigation measures. Local jurisdictions cannot approve preliminary subdivision or site plans until the necessary improvements are completed. The bill also allows local jurisdictions to impose financial guarantees on developers and withhold building permits if required.