# Local Government (GLG)

## Title 21. Special Taxing Districts

### Subtitle 4. Municipal Special Taxing Districts

#### Section 21-402

The purpose of the authority granted under this part is to:

(1) finance the establishment, acquisition, design, construction, alteration, improvement, extension, operation, and maintenance of:

  (i) adequate storm drainage systems;

  (ii) public parking facilities;

  (iii) pedestrian malls;

  (iv) street and area lighting; and

  (v) ride sharing and bus systems;

(2) finance the capital and operating costs to enhance police, fire protection, and rescue services; and

(3) provide financing for commercial district management authorities established under Sec. 5-214(b) of this article.

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