Maryland limits association rules that block board-approved electric vehicle chargers

Association rules and property restrictions cannot ban or unreasonably restrict boards from installing or approving electric vehicle chargers. This covers condominium and homeowners association parking spaces shared by residents or reserved for certain residents. Boards must follow the ordinary budget process for a shared-area project of similar cost or size. Before installing or approving chargers, boards must consider whether enough parking is available for the community. The law took effect October 1, 2026. It also applies to property restrictions and association rules recorded or adopted before that date.

Condominium and homeowners association boards may grant permission to use shared property for up to three years. Permission covers shared property needed to install charging equipment or supply it with electricity. Boards decide whether to renew the permission. This authority took effect October 1, 2026.