§ 8–303
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Land Use § 8-303 (2026)
Title 8. Historic Preservation
Subtitle 3. Preservation and Permitting
§ 8–303LinkCopy Citation
(a)
In reviewing an application, a commission shall:
(1)
use the guidelines adopted under § 8–301 of this subtitle; and
(2)
consider:
(i)
the historic, archaeological, or architectural significance of the site or structure and its relationship to the historic, archaeological, or architectural significance of the surrounding area;
(ii)
the relationship of the exterior architectural features of the structure to the remainder of the structure and to the surrounding area;
(iii)
the general compatibility of exterior design, scale, proportion, arrangement, texture, and materials proposed to be used; and
(iv)
any other factors, including aesthetics, that the commission considers pertinent.
(b)
A commission shall consider only the exterior features of a structure.