Maryland § 4-403

§ 4-403.

    (a)    Subject to subsection (b) of this section, an annexation resolution may be introduced in the legislative body of the municipality in accordance with:

        (1)    the requirements and practices applicable to its legislative enactments; and

        (2)    the requirements of § 4–303(a) of this title.

    (b)    Before an annexation resolution is introduced, the legislative body shall obtain consent from:

        (1)    at least 25% of the registered voters who are residents in the area to be annexed; and

        (2)    the owners of at least 25% of the assessed valuation of the real property in the area to be annexed.

    (c)    The annexation resolution:

        (1)    shall describe by a survey of courses and distances the exact area to be annexed;

        (2)    may also describe by landmarks and other well–known terms the exact area to be annexed; and

        (3)    shall contain a complete and detailed description of the conditions and circumstances that apply to:

            (i)    the change in boundaries; and

            (ii)    the residents and property in the area to be annexed.