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§ 21–103

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Local Gov't § 21-103 (2026)
Title 21. Special Taxing Districts
Subtitle 1. Commercial District Management

§ 21–103Copy Citation

(a)
The provisions of §§ 9–105 and 9–106 of this article apply to an act, an ordinance, or a resolution adopted by a commission county under this section.
(b)
The governing body of a county may establish an authority for any commercial district in the county.
(c)
For each authority established, the governing body of a county shall:
(1)
specify the membership, organization, jurisdiction, and geographical limits of the authority;
(2)
provide any financing that it considers appropriate for the authority through fees that may be charged to, or taxes that may be imposed against, businesses subject to the authority’s jurisdiction; and
(3)
specify the purposes of the authority, including:
(i)
promotion;
(ii)
marketing; or
(iii)
the provision of security, maintenance, or amenities in the commercial district.