MD HB1503

Authorizes Carroll County Commissioners to enact local law dividing the county into planning districts of any number, shape, or area

Enables appointment of district planning commissions to prepare and implement plans for specific districts, with County Commissioners setting membership terms and retaining authority to abolish commissions at any time

District planning commissions would have the same powers and duties as the county planning commission, including developing zoning, subdivision, and facilities/services regulations

Requires district planning commissions to hold public hearings and submit proposed plans, regulations, and zoning maps to County Commissioners for approval

Effective date: October 1, 2026