Maryland Statutes
Subtitle 2 - Designation and Adoption
Section 4-202 - Zoning Regulations -- Adoption; Purposes

(a)    The legislative body shall adopt zoning regulations:
        (1)    in accordance with the plan;
        (2)    with reasonable consideration for, among other things, the character of the district or zone and its suitability for particular uses; and
        (3)    with a view to conserving the value of property and encouraging orderly development and the most appropriate use of land.
    (b)    The zoning regulations shall be designed to:
        (1)    control street congestion;
        (2)    promote health, public safety, and general welfare;
        (3)    provide adequate light and air;
        (4)    promote the conservation of natural resources;
        (5)    prevent environmental pollution;
        (6)    properly manage growth and development; and
        (7)    promote or facilitate adequate transportation, water, sewerage, schools, recreation, parks, and other public facilities.

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