Maryland SB438 regulates self-service storage facilities, including notice requirements for nonrenewal and disposal of personal property.

Maryland SB438 amends the Commercial Law to regulate self-service storage facilities. It requires operators to give occupants a certain number of days after delivery of a notice of nonrenewal to remove their personal property from the facility. The operator can dispose of remaining personal property after a specified time has elapsed. It also prohibits the use of leased spaces for residential purposes and mandates that operators notify occupants of intent to dispose of their personal property. The law takes effect July 1, 2026.

Maryland SB438 regulates self-service storage facilities, including notice requirements for nonrenewal and disposal of personal property.

Maryland SB438 amends the Commercial Law to regulate self-service storage facilities. It requires operators to give occupants a certain number of days after delivery of a notice of nonrenewal to remove their personal property from the facility. The operator can dispose of remaining personal property after a specified time has elapsed. It also prohibits the use of leased spaces for residential purposes and mandates that operators notify occupants of intent to dispose of their personal property. The law takes effect July 1, 2026.