# Transportation (GTR)

## Title 8. Highways

### Subtitle 7. Regulation of Outdoor Advertising

#### Section 8-736

(a) The political subdivisions of this State have full authority, under their respective zoning powers:

  (1) To zone areas for commercial or industrial purposes; and

  (2) In these areas, to govern the size, spacing, and lighting of outdoor signs.

(b) Notwithstanding any provision of this part or any rule or regulation of the Administration:

  (1) Local zoning regulations that relate to outdoor signs in commercial or industrial areas shall govern within the zoned area; and

  (2) If a political subdivision adopts comprehensive zoning that includes the regulation of outdoor signs:

    (i) The Administration may so certify to the Federal Highway Administrator; and

    (ii) On certification, the control of outdoor signs in commercial or industrial areas transfers to the political subdivision.

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