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§ 22-108. Protection of historical, archaeological, architectural, or cultural heritage areas.

MD Land Use Code § 22-108 (2019) (N/A)
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(a)    The purposes of this section are to:

(1)    protect the historical, archaeological, architectural, or cultural heritage areas in Montgomery County and Prince George’s County that comprise the regional district; and

(2)    preserve and enhance the quality of life in the community.

(b)    In addition to the power to regulate planning, zoning, or subdivision, a district council may adopt local laws to protect, preserve, and enhance, as designated on the adopted and approved general plan:

(1)    sites;

(2)    structures and their appurtenances and environmental settings; and

(3)    districts of historical, archaeological, architectural, or cultural value.

(c)    (1)    The enactment and application of a local law under this section shall be:

(i)    reasonable and appropriate to the purpose of this subtitle; and

(ii)    limited to the protection, preservation, and enhancement of the exterior of the site, structure, or district.

(2)    If the enactment or application of a local law by the district council effects a taking of private property, the district council shall make provision for just compensation.

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