(a) The development regulations element shall include the planning commission’s recommendation for land development regulations to implement the plan.
(b) The development regulations element shall encourage:
(1) the use of flexible development regulations to promote innovative and cost–saving site design and protect the environment; and
(2) within the areas designated for growth in the plan:
(i) economic development through the use of innovative techniques; and
(ii) streamlined review of applications for development, including permit review and subdivision plat review.
Structure Maryland Statutes
Division I - Single-Jurisdiction Planning and Zoning
Title 1 - Definitions; General Provisions
Subtitle 4 - Home Rule Counties
Section 1-406 - Elements -- Charter Counties
Section 1-407 - Development Regulations Element
Section 1-407.1 - Housing Element
Section 1-408 - Sensitive Areas Element
Section 1-409 - Transportation Element
Section 1-410 - Water Resources Element