This is taken from the Technology Committee’s minutes for 2021-06-28. 

Requirements under 2021 MD HB110/SB144 (“Right to charge”) 

Condo owner	Board
Must agree, in writing, to comply with relevant building codes and with safety standards to maintain the safety of all users of the common area and architectural standards, engage a licensed contractor, and pay for separately metered electricity usage	Bylaws, covenants, or other restrictions against recharging equipment are void
Must obtain necessary permits	Must use process for approval of architectural modifications
Must pay costs associated with installation, maintenance, damage, repair, replacement, removal, and electricity	Must provide approval or denial in writing
Must provide certificate of insurance naming association as an additional insured or reimburse association for cost of an increased insurance premium attributable to equipment	Must approve installation in a unit or lot owner’s deeded or designated parking space if installation does not unreasonably impede normal use of the area and is reasonably possible and if the owner agrees, in writing, to comply with specified restrictions and standards
	May grant a license for up to three years, renewable at the discretion of the governing body, on any common element necessary for installation of equipment or supply of electricity

Request is deemed approved after 60 days unless reasonably delayed for additional information