Md. Code, Real. Prop. § 9-302
Current with changes from the 2024 Legislative Session, chs. 2--407, effective on or before 7/1/2024
Section 9-302 - Prompt payment(a) Except for work done or materials furnished under a contract enumerated in § 9-305 of this subtitle, a contractor or subcontractor who does work or furnishes material under a contract shall be entitled to prompt payment under subsection (b) of this section.(b)(1) If the contract is with an owner, the owner shall:(i) If the contract does not provide for specific dates or times of payment, pay to the contractor undisputed amounts owed under the terms of the written contract, within the earlier of:1. 30 days after the day on which the occupancy permit is granted; or2. 30 days after the day on which the owner or the owner's agent takes possession; or(ii) If the contract provides for specific dates or times of payment, pay to the contractor undisputed amounts owed within 7 days after the date or time specified in the contract.(2) Paragraph (1) of this subsection does not apply to any contract between the contractor and: (iii) A municipal corporation;(iv) A board of education; or(v) A public authority or instrumentality.(3) If the contract is not with an owner, the contractor or subcontractor shall pay undisputed amounts owed to its subcontractors within 7 days after receipt by the contractor or subcontractor of each payment received for its subcontractors' work or materials.