Baltimore County offers a range of tax credits and incentives to help real estate owners reduce their tax burden and take advantage of savings. The conservation land tax credit is available for properties that qualify as conservation land. To apply for this credit, homeowners must submit an application to the Baltimore County Council and, if approved, send a copy of the exemption to the Council with a letter requesting a refund. The Baltimore County Habitability Code is designed to protect public health, safety, and well-being in residential homes.
This law sets out minimum standards for basic equipment and facilities and for the safe and hygienic maintenance of residential structures and premises. It also prohibits housing discrimination on the basis of race, creed, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, source of income, or physical or mental disability. In addition to these general laws, Baltimore County offers several tax credits specifically designed for homeowners.
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or their surviving spouses may be eligible for a full exemption from real estate taxes as defined in Section 11-2-106 of the Baltimore County Code. The revitalization property tax credit is available based on qualifying improvements to a mobile home park, a senior housing development, or a property with commercial areas located in designated commercial revitalization districts. This credit is outlined in Section 11-2-202 of the Baltimore County Code. The property tax credit for family homes is designed to limit the tax burden of homeowners whose property valuation has increased.This credit is outlined in Section 11-2-103 of the Baltimore County Code. Finally, businesses in North Point, Southwest or Federal Center at Woodlawn business zones that expand or add employees may be eligible for county and Maryland tax credits. When there are certain serious defects in a residential home and the landlord has not corrected them within a reasonable time, Baltimore County's escrow law allows the tenant to pay rent to the court so that the funds can be accumulated and used to pay for necessary repairs.
