(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated. (b) In this subtitle, “open space” or “open area” means any space or area characterized by great natural scenic beauty, or whose existing openness, natural condition, and present state of use, if retained, would enhance the present or potential value of abutting or surrounding urban development, […]
(a) Acquisition of interests or rights in real property for preservation of open spaces and areas constitutes a public purpose for which public funds may be expended or advanced. Any county, city, the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, and the Department may acquire, by purchase, any intervivos or testamentary gift, or lease, the fee or […]
For purposes of this subtitle, the Hart-Miller-Pleasure Island chain in Baltimore County is an open area.
(a) In this section the following words have the meanings indicated. (1) “Grantee in interest” means the Maryland Environmental Trust. (2) “Spoil”, “Baltimore County tributary spoil”, “redeposit”, and “Baltimore Harbor” have the meanings indicated in § 5-1101(a) of the Environment Article. (b) Within 15 days after July 1, 1981 the State shall grant an easement to the Hart-Miller-Pleasure Island […]
