Maryland SB451 amends eminent domain laws to clarify compensation for land and property taken.
Maryland SB451 revises the state's eminent domain laws to specify compensation for landowners when their property is taken. The bill outlines that damages awarded should be the fair market value of the land, including any legal fees incurred by the defendant. It also addresses compensation for park land, open space, or recreation areas, ensuring the value of special benefits to the remainder is considered. The changes take effect on October 1, 2026.
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