Maryland § 17-206
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 17-206, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 17-206.
(a) The Commission:
(1) may sell or otherwise dispose of any playground or recreational facility no longer needed for public use; and
(2) shall use the proceeds of the sale or disposition for the construction, acquisition, or improvement of any other playground or recreational facility in the metropolitan district.
(b) (1) Except for parkland acquired under an agreement with the National Capital Planning Commission, the Commission may exchange playground or recreational land held or acquired by the Commission in its own name or in the name of the State for any other land held or acquired by the United States, the State, or any other public body or agency, which the Commission determines to be more suitable for playground and recreational purposes.
(2) An exchange under this subsection:
(i) may be accompanied by a partial cash payment moving either to or from the Commission; and
(ii) shall be considered an acquisition of land for the public uses provided in this title.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 17-206
What does Maryland Code § 17-206 cover?
Section 17-206 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.
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