Electrical code enforcement and property transfers
Prince George's County
Summary
The county's electrical code lacked real enforcement teeth. This bill adds citations, penalties, and blocks sale of properties with open violations — meaning safer rental and owned housing countywide.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 1
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
New penalties and citation fees could bring in revenue, but no dollar figure was given.
Tenants and buyers who otherwise inherit or live with unsafe electrical conditions.
Property owners with existing violations who would face new penalties or difficulty selling.
Mentions & discussions (1)
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