Commercial Law - Self-Service Storage Facilities - Alterations

HB 618 modifies Maryland's commercial law for self-service storage facilities by requiring electronic rental agreements and setting clear rules for lease terminations. It prohibits occupants from using storage beyond their lease term after a nonrenewal notice, mandates operators provide at least 30 days to remove belongings, and requires 10 days' advance notice before disposing of abandoned property. The bill directly affects storage facility operators (who must follow these procedures) and tenants (who gain extended removal time and notice). Key provisions replace paper agreements with electronic options, standardize notice periods, and define terms like "occupant" and "personal property" for clarity. This bill updates existing law without creating new taxes or spending.