# Economic Development (GEC)

## Title 12. Local Development Authorities and Resources

### Subtitle 2. Tax Increment Financing Act

#### Section 12-202

(a)

  (1) This subtitle is self-executing.

  (2) A political subdivision need not amend its charter to exercise the powers granted by this subtitle.

(b)

  (1) Except as provided in paragraph (2) of this subsection, this subtitle does not apply in Baltimore City.

  (2) The provisions of Sec. 12-203(a)(1)(ii) of this subtitle pertaining to noncontiguous blighted areas apply in Baltimore City.

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