Maryland Smoke & CO detectors

Does a landlord have to provide smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in Maryland?

The landlord must install, repair, maintain and replace required smoke alarms, and must repair or replace one within 5 calendar days after the tenant's written notice that it failed. Code text: "The landlord or property owner is responsible for the installation, repair, maintenance, and replacement of smoke alarms required by this subtitle."

Verified Source: Md. Code, Pub. Safety § 9–106 · last checked 2026-10-16