Documentation to verify that dwelling is principal residence

1. Law
2. Maryland Code
3. Property
4. State Department of Assessments and Taxation
5. Powers and Duties
6. In General
7. Documentation to verify that dwelling is principal residence

    (a)    The Department may request documentation to verify that a dwelling is the principal residence of a homeowner.

    (b)    The documentation requested under subsection (a) of this section may include, but is not limited to, requiring an individual to execute a sworn affidavit regarding residency for the purposes of:

        (1)    voting;

        (2)    driver’s license address; and

        (3)    income tax filing.

    (c)    Failure to provide the requested information under this section within 30 days from the date of a request shall result in a dwelling being designated as not a principal residence for purposes of this article.

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