§ 22-108
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§22–108.
(a)The purposes of this section are to:
(1)protect the historical, archaeological, architectural, or cultural heritage areas in Montgomery County and Prince George’s County that comprise the regional district; and
(2)preserve and enhance the quality of life in the community.
(b)In addition to the power to regulate planning, zoning, or subdivision, a district council may adopt local laws to protect, preserve, and enhance, as designated on the adopted and approved general plan:
(1)sites;
(2)structures and their appurtenances and environmental settings; and
(3)districts of historical, archaeological, architectural, or cultural value.
(1)The enactment and application of a local law under this section shall be:
(i)reasonable and appropriate to the purpose of this subtitle; and
(ii)limited to the protection, preservation, and enhancement of the exterior of the site, structure, or district.
(2)If the enactment or application of a local law by the district council effects a taking of private property, the district council shall make provision for just compensation.