§ 5–204
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Land Use § 5-204 (2026)
Title 5. Subdivision
Subtitle 2. Plat Approval
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(a)
A planning commission may provide in the subdivision regulations or practice for tentative approval of a plat before completion of improvements or installation of utilities.
(b)
Tentative approval of a plat shall be revocable and may not be indicated on the plat.
(c)
(1)
Instead of requiring the completion of improvements and installation of utilities before the final approval of a plat, a planning commission may accept security approved by the local jurisdiction to secure the construction of improvements and installation of utilities.
(2)
Forms of security accepted by a planning commission under paragraph (1) of this subsection:
(i)
shall specify the time for completion and specifications set by or in accordance with the subdivision regulations of the planning commission;
(ii)
may include a bond with surety, an irrevocable letter of credit, or any other form of security approved by the local jurisdiction; and
(iii)
may be enforced by any appropriate legal or equitable remedy.