Md. Code, Local Government § 20-704
This is the official text of Md. Code, Local Government § 20-704, part of Maryland’s Code, Local Government — governs the powers and operations of Maryland counties and municipalities.
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§20–704.
Official statutory text
(a) Subject to subsection (b) of this section, by ordinance or resolution, the County Commissioners of Garrett County may impose development impact fees to finance any of the capital costs of additional or expanded public works, improvements, and facilities required to accommodate new construction or development.
(b) Before adopting an ordinance or a resolution under this section, the County Commissioners of Garrett County shall hold a public hearing and provide reasonable notice of the hearing.
(b) Before adopting an ordinance or a resolution under this section, the County Commissioners of Garrett County shall hold a public hearing and provide reasonable notice of the hearing.
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