The Plan shall contain recommendations for the most desirable general pattern of land use in the State. The recommendations shall be based on the best available information concerning:
(1) environmental and natural factors, including climate, soil and underground conditions, topography, and water sources and bodies of water;
(2) present and prospective economic bases of the State;
(3) water and sewerage facilities;
(4) trends of industrial, population, or other developments;
(5) habits and standards of life of the people of the State; and
(6) the relation of land use in the State to land use in adjoining areas.
Structure Maryland Statutes
Subtitle 6 - State Development Plan
Section 5-608 - Objectives, Standards, and Principles
Section 5-609 - Capital Plans and Programs
Section 5-610 - Grants, Loans, and Services
Section 5-611 - Areas of Critical State Concern
Section 5-612 - Land Use Recommendations
Section 5-613 - Major Public and Private Works