Md. Code, Land Use § 4-212
This is the official text of Md. Code, Land Use § 4-212, part of Maryland’s Code, Land Use — governs zoning and land use planning.
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§4–212.
Official statutory text
(a) (1) In this section, “agritourism” means an activity conducted on a farm that is offered to a member of the general public or to invited guests for the purpose of education, recreation, or active involvement in the farm operation.
(2) “Agritourism” includes:
(i) farm tours;
(ii) hayrides;
(iii) corn mazes;
(iv) seasonal petting farms;
(v) farm museums;
(vi) guest farms;
(vii) pumpkin patches;
(viii) “pick your own” or “cut your own” produce;
(ix) camping;
(x) incidental outdoor stays;
(xi) classes related to agricultural products or skills; and
(xii) picnic and party facilities offered in conjunction with any agritourism activity.
(b) A local jurisdiction may adopt the definition of “agritourism” as defined in this section by local ordinance, resolution, law, or rule.
(2) “Agritourism” includes:
(i) farm tours;
(ii) hayrides;
(iii) corn mazes;
(iv) seasonal petting farms;
(v) farm museums;
(vi) guest farms;
(vii) pumpkin patches;
(viii) “pick your own” or “cut your own” produce;
(ix) camping;
(x) incidental outdoor stays;
(xi) classes related to agricultural products or skills; and
(xii) picnic and party facilities offered in conjunction with any agritourism activity.
(b) A local jurisdiction may adopt the definition of “agritourism” as defined in this section by local ordinance, resolution, law, or rule.
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