Section 8-736 - Local zoning regulations. - Maryland Statutes

§ 8-736. Local zoning regulations.
 

(a)  Power to regulate by local zoning.- 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)  Effect of local zoning.- 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. 
 

[An. Code 1957, art. 89B, § 256; 1977, ch. 13, § 2.]