Maryland § 9-1902
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 9-1902, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 9-1902.
(a) In this section, “public facilities” means schools, roads, water, wastewater, and stormwater management facilities, and other infrastructure supported by the federal, State, or local government for public purposes.
(b) In addition to the authority granted in Title 7, Subtitle 1 of this article, the county commissioners may provide by local law for the provision and financing of adequate public facilities concurrently with the need for those facilities.
(c) The local law may include the authority for the county commissioners to:
(1) determine the functional or design capacity of public facilities;
(2) establish standards for determining the adequacy of public facilities;
(3) determine school capacity standards;
(4) determine the student yield factors for schools at various levels;
(5) establish categories of developments that will be exempt from the application of the local law;
(6) establish formulas for measuring available capacity of public facilities;
(7) determine the adequacy of public facilities in areas affected by new developments in the development plan review process;
(8) enter into agreements with developers providing for the payment of monetary compensation to address inadequacies in public facilities caused by proposed developments as a part of the development plan approval process;
(9) determine the value of in–kind contributions of equivalent value such as real estate;
(10) require forfeiture of contributions 3 years after final plat approval;
(11) establish an appeal process for decisions made under the local law;
(12) limit the number of building permits in any school district; and
(13) limit the number of residential building lots approved for development on an annual basis.
(d) The local law may authorize the county commissioners to impose civil fines and penalties for any violation of the local law.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 9-1902
What does Maryland Code § 9-1902 cover?
Section 9-1902 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 § 9-1902?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 9-1902" (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 § 9-1902 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Maryland can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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