Maryland § 13-802
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 13-802, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13-802.
(a) (1) In this section, “floating home” means a vessel that:
(i) is used or designated as a dwelling unit, place of business, or private or social club; and
(ii) has a volume coefficient that is greater than 3,000 square feet, based on the ratio of the habitable space of the vessel measured in cubic feet and the draft depth of the vessel measured in feet of depth.
(2) “Floating home” includes a structure that:
(i) is constructed on a barge that is primarily immobile and not used for navigation; or
(ii) functions primarily as a land structure while the vessel is moored or docked in the State.
(b) This section applies only to:
(1) Calvert County;
(2) Charles County; and
(3) St. Mary’s County.
(c) The governing body of a county may adopt:
(1) laws to regulate mooring, docking, anchoring, and installing a floating home in the waters of the county; and
(2) penalties for a violation of a law adopted under this subsection.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 13-802
What does Maryland Code § 13-802 cover?
Section 13-802 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.
How do I cite Maryland § 13-802?
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Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 13-802 apply to my situation?
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