clear space clear space clear space white space
A
 r c h i v e s   o f   M a r y l a n d   O n l i n e
  Maryland State Archives | Index | Help | Search search for:
clear space
white space
Session Laws, 1972
Volume 708, Page 2448   View pdf image
 Jump to  
  << PREVIOUS  NEXT >>
clear space clear space clear space white space

2448                            County Local Laws

(ii) A five foot (50 planting strip at the property line on the
outside of such wall or fence, densely planted with shrubs or trees
not less than four feet (4') high at the time of planting and which
may be expected to form a year round dense screen not less than six
feet (6') high within three (3) years; or

(iii) In lieu of the provisions of Subsections (i) and (ii) hereof,
a ten foot (10') planting strip conforming to the requirements set
forth in Subsection (ii) hereof may be used.

(15)    If such use abuts a Light Industrial District, another
Commercial District, or if planned as part of a unified commercial
complex, a ten foot (10') planting strip may be provided along side
and rear lot lines in lieu of the required fence and five foot (50
planting strip. Said planting strip shall be densely planted with
shrubs or trees not less than three feet (3') high at the time of
planting and in accordance with the site plan. Access driveways to
the complex may be permitted through the landscaped area.

(16)    Landscaping (including appropriate ground covers, small
shrubs, flowers, and such accessories as may be necessary to create
a tasteful and attractive area) shall be provided and properly main-
tained on all unused portions of the lot and on the required ten foot
(100 front yard. Such landscaping shall not restrict visibility and
shall not include any automobile products, parts or product signs.

(17)    Obstructions adversely affecting visibility at intersections
or at station driveways shall be prohibited.

(18)    Parked vehicles shall not overhang the public right-of-
way, the required front yard, driveway, or any screened area.

(19)    All filling station structures shall comply with the prevail-
ing architecture and appearance of the surrounding area.

(20)    No automobile filling station shall be located less than three
hundred feet (300') from the property line of any public or private
institutional use (including, but not limited to, schools, churches,
hospitals, parks or playgrounds).

(21)    Outdoor storage of vehicles, tires and equipment, and the
erection and/or location of accessory structures on the premises shall
be prohibited unless shown on the plans, and screened in accordance
with the provisions of Section 13-300.10 of this Subtitle (except in
C1B Community Retail Districts, in which outside storage is pro-
hibited under any circumstances).

(22)    Parking shall be provided in accordance with the provisions
of Article VIII of this Subtitle.

(23)    The rental and/or storage of trailers and/or trucks and
ancillary filling station uses shall be prohibited except as a special
exception in C3 General Commercial Districts and C4 Highway Com-
mercial Districts, in accordance with the provisions of Sections
13-351.6 and 13-351.7.

(24)    The storage of motor vehicles (whether operable or in-
operable) shall be prohibited except in C3 General Commercial Dis-

 

clear space
clear space
white space

Please view image to verify text. To report an error, please contact us.
Session Laws, 1972
Volume 708, Page 2448   View pdf image
 Jump to  
  << PREVIOUS  NEXT >>


This web site is presented for reference purposes under the doctrine of fair use. When this material is used, in whole or in part, proper citation and credit must be attributed to the Maryland State Archives. PLEASE NOTE: The site may contain material from other sources which may be under copyright. Rights assessment, and full originating source citation, is the responsibility of the user.


Tell Us What You Think About the Maryland State Archives Website!



An Archives of Maryland electronic publication.
For information contact mdlegal@mdarchives.state.md.us.

©Copyright  November 18, 2025
Maryland State Archives