§ 3–109
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Land Use § 3-109 (2026)
Title 3. Comprehensive Plan
Subtitle 1. Requirement and Elements
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(a)
In addition to implementing the planning principle in § 1–201(b)(7) of this article, the place element shall:
(1)
plan new or revitalized public spaces to strengthen community cohesion while contributing to public health, connecting people with cultural heritages, conserving natural resources, improving resilience, and strengthening the local economy; and
(2)
promote the active care and maintenance of public spaces by the people who live and work there, supporting the continuation of local ways of life and cultural memories.
(b)
(1)
The place element shall be informed by the following State plans:
(i)
the Maryland Land Preservation and Recreation Plan, as described in § 5–906 of the Natural Resources Article; and
(ii)
the Statewide Historic Preservation Plan, as required under the National Historic Preservation Act.
(2)
The Department of Planning shall:
(i)
provide a local jurisdiction with the best available population, demographic, economic development, and housing data from the U.S. Census Bureau and other standard sources; and
(ii)
facilitate, to the extent possible, the provision of data relevant to the preparation of the place element from other State and federal agencies.
(c)
The place element may include:
(1)
an inventory of gathering places for social interactions and centers of economic activity;
(2)
an analysis of public spaces to identify those of unique cultural and historical significance; and
(3)
recommended strategies, policies, and programs to build social cohesion and community engagement.