Maryland § 11-111.5
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 11-111.5, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 11-111.5.
(a) (1) In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.
(2) “Composting” means the controlled aerobic biological decomposition of organic waste material.
(3) “Composting facility” has the meaning stated in § 9–1701 of the Environment Article.
(b) A recorded covenant or restriction, a provision in a declaration, or a provision in the bylaws or rules of a condominium may not prohibit or unreasonably restrict a unit owner from contracting with a private entity to collect organic waste materials from the unit owner for composting at a composting facility.
(c) A recorded covenant or restriction, a provision in a declaration, or a provision in the bylaws or rules of a condominium that unreasonably impedes the ability of a private entity to access the common elements for the purpose of collecting organic waste materials from a unit owner shall be interpreted as a restriction on the unit owner’s right to contract for private composting services under subsection (b) of this section.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 11-111.5
What does Maryland Code § 11-111.5 cover?
Section 11-111.5 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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