# Local Government (GLG)

## Title 12. Other Powers of Counties -- Generally

### Subtitle 6. Bridges and Canals

#### Section 12-607

(a) A person may request, by petition, that the governing body of a county build or repair a bridge.

(b) A person who intends to submit a petition under this section shall give at least 30 days' notice by publication once a week for 3 successive weeks in at least one newspaper of general circulation in the county.

(c) After hearing the reasons for and against a petition, the governing body of a county shall decide whether to approve the petition based on what will best promote the public convenience.

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Md. Code Ann., Local Gov't (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)