Code of Maryland Regulations
Title 08 - DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
Subtitle 15 - YOUGHIOGHENY WILD RIVER
Chapter 08.15.02 - Permitted Use and Development
Section 08.15.02.04 - Residential

Universal Citation: MD Code Reg 08.15.02.04

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 6, March 22, 2024

A. Zone 1: Single-family detached dwellings are permitted provided that each has a minimum lot area of 10 acres with a lot width of at least 600 feet. Single-family detached dwellings shall have a minimum setback of 300 feet and a building height not exceeding 30 feet and shall be designed to be subdued in appearance and unobtrusive in color to harmonize with the surrounding environment. Clearing of natural vegetation shall be limited to that necessary for construction of the dwelling unit.

B. Zone 2: The restrictions of Zone 1 apply except that minimum lot area shall be 5 acres and minimum lot width shall be 400 feet.

C. Zone 3: The restrictions of Zone 1 apply, except that minimum lot area shall be 2 acres, minimum lot width shall be 200 feet, and all buildings shall have a minimum setback of 200 feet.

D. Accessory buildings are permitted in the three zones in A-----C of this regulation in accordance with the provisions of this regulation.

E. A home professional office and a home occupation may be conducted in any residential dwelling.

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