Maryland SB733 revises definitions and procedures for Boards of Appeals in land use matters.

Maryland SB733 amends definitions and procedures for Boards of Appeals, which interpret and apply local zoning, licensing, and land-use ordinances. The bill defines terms such as "Board of Appeals," "Charter county," and "Zoning law." It outlines the process for filing appeals, the powers of Boards of Appeals, and the procedures for hearings. The bill also specifies the appointment and removal of board members and mandates the recording and public availability of board proceedings. The changes aim to clarify and streamline the land use appeal process in Maryland.

Maryland SB733 revises definitions and procedures for Boards of Appeals in land use matters.

Maryland SB733 amends definitions and procedures for Boards of Appeals, which interpret and apply local zoning, licensing, and land-use ordinances. The bill defines terms such as "Board of Appeals," "Charter county," and "Zoning law." It outlines the process for filing appeals, the powers of Boards of Appeals, and the procedures for hearings. The bill also specifies the appointment and removal of board members and mandates the recording and public availability of board proceedings. The changes aim to clarify and streamline the land use appeal process in Maryland.