Maryland HB335 clarifies conditions under which private roads may be dedicated to public use.

Maryland HB335 amends the Real Property law to specify that a private road is considered offered for dedication to public use if it has been open to public travel for at least five years. The bill also states that the State, a county, or a municipality is deemed to have accepted such an offer under certain conditions. Notably, local laws, ordinances, or regulations that conflict with these provisions are prohibited. The Act takes effect on October 1, 2026.

Maryland HB335 clarifies conditions under which private roads may be dedicated to public use.

Maryland HB335 amends the Real Property law to specify that a private road is considered offered for dedication to public use if it has been open to public travel for at least five years. The bill also states that the State, a county, or a municipality is deemed to have accepted such an offer under certain conditions. Notably, local laws, ordinances, or regulations that conflict with these provisions are prohibited. The Act takes effect on October 1, 2026.