# Land Use (GLU)

## Title 7. Other Development Management Tools

### Subtitle 1. Development Mechanisms

#### Section 7-103

The authority granted under this subtitle is not intended to limit a local jurisdiction's authority to:

(1) exercise any planning and zoning powers not expressly authorized under this subtitle; or

(2) adopt other methods to:

  (i) facilitate orderly development and growth;

  (ii) encourage the preservation of natural resources; or

  (iii) provide affordable housing.

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Md. Code Ann., Land Use (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)