A code authority may not do business or exercise its powers unless:
(1) its articles of organization have been recommended in writing by the chief elected official, adopted by a resolution or ordinance of the legislative body, and filed with the Secretary of State; and
(2) the Secretary of State has issued a certificate of organization to the code authority.
Structure Maryland Statutes
Housing and Community Development
Division II - Housing Authorities
Title 12 - Provisions of Statewide Applicability
Subtitle 2 - Establishment and Organization of Authorities
Section 12-201 - Authorities Established
Section 12-202 - Enabling Legislation
Section 12-203 - Code Authorities
Section 12-204 - Pre-Existing Authorities
Section 12-205 - Articles of Organization -- in General
Section 12-206 - Articles of Organization -- Pre-Existing Authorities
Section 12-207 - Amendments to and Restatements of Articles of Organization