# Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis (GAB)

## Title 23. Howard County

### Subtitle 15. Issuance or Denial of Licenses

#### Section 23-1503

In determining whether to approve an application for any new Class A license, the Hearing Board shall include in its written decision findings as to:

(1) each of the factors set forth under Sec. 4-210(a) of this article; and

(2) the consideration of the avoidance of the overconcentration of licenses in neighborhoods, particularly neighborhoods of poverty, as required under Sec. 23-1509 of this subtitle.

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Md. Code Ann., Alco. Bev. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)