Maryland § 22-305
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 22-305, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 22-305.
(a) (1) The district council may adopt zoning laws that provide that the affirmative vote of:
(i) at least four members of the board of appeals are required to adopt a resolution that grants, revokes, suspends, or amends a special exception or extends the time in which to implement a special exception; and
(ii) a majority of the board of appeals is required to adopt a procedural motion regarding a special exception application.
(2) In exercising its authority under this subsection, the district council may enact, for any zone, different voting requirements for different uses.
(b) The decisions of the administrative office or agency may be appealed to the board of appeals or other administrative body the district council designates.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 22-305
What does Maryland Code § 22-305 cover?
Section 22-305 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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