§ 523. The master plan and the zoning maps.  


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  • (a)

    Definition and implementation of the master plan. The master plan shall be a composite of mapped and written proposals setting forth comprehensive objectives, policies and standards to serve as a guide for the development of the county. Upon receipt of the master plan from the department of planning, the county council shall accept or modify and then adopt it by resolution.

    (b)

    Definition and implementation of the zoning maps. The zoning maps shall show the boundaries of the proposed districts, divisions and zones into which the county is to be divided consistent with the master plan. Upon receipt of the zoning map from the department of planning, the county council shall accept or modify and then adopt it by legislative act.

(Bill No. 83, 1978, § 3; approved by voters Nov. 7, 1978; effective Dec. 8, 1978; Bill No. 13-18 , § 1; approved by the voters Nov. 6, 2018; effective Dec. 6, 2018)