Maryland § 10-303
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 10-303, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 10-303.
(a) The Mayor and City Council of Baltimore City shall provide for the manner in which zoning regulations and the boundaries of districts and zones shall be established, enforced, and amended.
(b) (1) The Mayor and City Council of Baltimore City shall hold at least one public hearing on a proposed zoning regulation or boundary at which parties in interest and citizens have an opportunity to be heard.
(2) The zoning regulation or boundary may not become effective until after the hearing or hearings.
(c) At least 15 days before a public hearing is held under this section, the Mayor and City Council of Baltimore City shall publish notice of the time and place of the hearing in a newspaper of general circulation in Baltimore City.
(d) If a hearing under this section will be on a proposed change in the boundaries of a district or zone, the Mayor and City Council of Baltimore City shall:
(1) post a similar notice at a place designated by the respective zoning authorities within the district or zone proposed to be changed; and
(2) mail notice of the proposed change by United States first–class mail to any person whose name last appeared in the Baltimore City tax records as the owner of the property proposed to be changed.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 10-303
What does Maryland Code § 10-303 cover?
Section 10-303 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 § 10-303?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 10-303" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maryland official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maryland attorney.
How does Maryland § 10-303 apply to my situation?
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