Maryland § 22-111
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 22-111, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 22-111.
(a) This section does not authorize the validation, ratification, or legalization of any violation of law or regulation in effect at the time of the action by the district council under this section.
(b) In accordance with its zoning laws, the district council may provide for the grant of power to the Board of Appeals of Prince George’s County on appeal to allow:
(1) an extension of a lawful nonconforming use throughout all or a part of a building in which the nonconforming use lawfully exists;
(2) the restoration or reconstruction of an existing lawful nonconforming use if by fire or other calamity the use has been destroyed to the extent of not more than 75% of the reconstruction value of the building in which the lawful nonconforming use was carried on; or
(3) an extension of an existing lawful nonconforming use on the same lot as the lot existed as a single lot under single ownership when enactment of the zoning law made the then existing use on the lot nonconforming.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 22-111
What does Maryland Code § 22-111 cover?
Section 22-111 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 § 22-111?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 22-111" (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 § 22-111 apply to my situation?
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