§ 22-108. Protection of historical, archaeological, architectural, or cultural heritage areas.

   (a) Purposes. -- The purposes of this section are to:

   (1) protect the historical, archaeological, architectural, or cultural heritage areas in Montgomery County and Prince George's County that comprise the regional district; and

   (2) preserve and enhance the quality of life in the community.

(b) In general. -- In addition to the power to regulate planning, zoning, or subdivision, a district council may adopt local laws to protect, preserve, and enhance, as designated on the adopted and approved general plan:

   (1) sites;

   (2) structures and their appurtenances and environmental settings; and

   (3) districts of historical, archaeological, architectural, or cultural value.

(c) Requirements; limitation. --

   (1) The enactment and application of a local law under this section shall be:

      (i) reasonable and appropriate to the purpose of this subtitle; and

      (ii) limited to the protection, preservation, and enhancement of the exterior of the site, structure, or district.

   (2) If the enactment or application of a local law by the district council effects a taking of private property, the district council shall make provision for just compensation.

HISTORY: An. Code 1957, art. 28, § 8-101(c); 2012, ch. 426, § 2.