Maryland § 23-204
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 23-204, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 23-204.
(a) This section applies only in Montgomery County.
(b) The subdivision regulations may:
(1) establish a time period within which the county planning board shall approve or disapprove a preapplication or preliminary plan submission; and
(2) provide that an applicant may:
(i) waive the time period within which the county planning board shall take action in accordance with item (1) of this subsection; and
(ii) consent to an extension of the time period.
(c) (1) A preapplication or preliminary plan submission that has not been approved or disapproved in accordance with this section is considered approved.
(2) If a preapplication or preliminary plan submission is considered to have been approved under this subsection, on demand, the county planning board shall issue a certificate of approval.
(d) If the county planning board disapproves a preapplication or preliminary plan submission, the county planning board shall:
(1) state the grounds for disapproval in the records of the county planning board; and
(2) mail, postage prepaid, a copy of the record stating the grounds for disapproval to all parties of record at their last address.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 23-204
What does Maryland Code § 23-204 cover?
Section 23-204 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maryland § 23-204?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 23-204" (Maryland). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 23-204 apply to my situation?
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