Maryland § 9-219
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 9-219, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 9-219.
(a) The Mayor and City Council of Baltimore City or the governing body of a county or of a municipal corporation may grant, by law, a property tax credit against the county or municipal corporation property tax imposed on rental dwellings of owners who provide reduced rents for any tenant who:
(1) is at least 65 years old;
(2) has been found permanently and totally disabled and has qualified for benefits under:
(i) the Social Security Act;
(ii) the Railroad Retirement Act;
(iii) any federal act for service members; or
(iv) any federal retirement system; or
(3) has been found permanently and totally disabled by a county health officer or the Baltimore City Commissioner of Health.
(b) The county or municipal corporation may provide, by law, for:
(1) the specific requirements for eligibility for a tax credit authorized under this section;
(2) additional limitations on eligibility for the credit;
(3) the amount and duration of the credit; and
(4) any other provision appropriate to implement the credit.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 9-219
What does Maryland Code § 9-219 cover?
Section 9-219 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 § 9-219?
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Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 9-219 apply to my situation?
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