Maryland · Maryland Code — Transportation Article
Md. Code, Transp. § 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
What this law says, in plain English
Local governments may zone areas for commercial or industrial use and regulate outdoor sign size, spacing, and lighting in those areas. Local zoning rules control signs once the subdivision adopts comprehensive zoning and receives state certification.
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