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2023 Maryland Statutes
Transportation
Title 8 - Highways
Subtitle 7 - Regulation of Outdoor Advertising
Part IV - Outdoor Signs Along Federal-Aid Primary Highways
Section 8-736 - Local Zoning Regulations

Universal Citation:
MD Transportation Code § 8-736 (2023)
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    (a)    The political subdivisions of this State have full authority, under their respective zoning powers:

        (1)    To zone areas for commercial or industrial purposes; and

        (2)    In these areas, to govern the size, spacing, and lighting of outdoor signs.

    (b)    Notwithstanding any provision of this part or any rule or regulation of the Administration:

        (1)    Local zoning regulations that relate to outdoor signs in commercial or industrial areas shall govern within the zoned area; and

        (2)    If a political subdivision adopts comprehensive zoning that includes the regulation of outdoor signs:

            (i)    The Administration may so certify to the Federal Highway Administrator; and

            (ii)    On certification, the control of outdoor signs in commercial or industrial areas transfers to the political subdivision.

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