What This Addendum Covers
Somerset County property standards and nuisance enforcement requirements
County and municipal inspection and enforcement authority
Condemnation and unsafe housing provisions
Municipal overlay requirements for incorporated jurisdictions
Tenant protections against retaliation
Fair housing and source-of-income protections
Tenant rights to file complaints and seek enforcement
Incorporated municipalities reference list
Municipal code resources for convenience
Landlord municipal compliance checklist
Why This Addendum Is Important
While Maryland landlord–tenant law applies statewide, Somerset County and its incorporated municipalities may impose additional local requirements related to housing conditions, inspections, and enforcement. This addendum ensures that those local requirements are properly disclosed and that the lease accurately reflects the applicable legal framework.
Format and Compatibility
Professionally drafted to align with other Maryland county addenda
Designed for use with a Maryland-compliant residential lease
Consistent structure across counties for landlords with multiple properties
Intended Use
This addendum should be attached to the lease agreement for any residential rental property located in Somerset County, Maryland.