§ 5–7A-01
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., State Fin. & Proc. § 5-7A-01 (2026)
Title 5. State Planning
Subtitle 7A. State Economic Growth, Resource Protection, and Planning Policy
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The State Economic Growth, Resource Protection, and Planning Policy consists of the following planning principles for advancing sustainable growth in the State:
(1)
land: optimize productivity of working landscapes, including farms and forests, and fisheries, and prioritize development within population centers that are in proximity to existing infrastructure and facilities;
(2)
transportation: prioritize transportation networks that create energy efficient, affordable, and reliable access to jobs, housing, and services;
(3)
housing: enable a mix of quality housing types and affordability options to accommodate all who want to live in the State;
(4)
economy: allow for adaptive reuse, mixed–use, and context appropriate new development that responds to changing markets and innovations;
(5)
equity: engage all sectors of the community in plan development to ensure diverse voices are heard and the needs of underserved populations are prioritized;
(6)
resilience: integrate resiliency measures that will minimize the impacts of rapid and unexpected natural– and human–caused threats on communities;
(7)
place: provide for public spaces that encourage social interaction and value cultural, historical, and natural resources; and
(8)
ecology: protect and restore sensitive ecological systems and conserve natural resources, including forests, agricultural areas, and waterways.