Md. Code, Alcoholic Beverages and Cannabis § 14–1704

The Board may waive the residency requirement for applicants for a license if the applicant for the transfer:

(1) is the purchaser and proprietor of the establishment for which the transfer is sought; and

(2) can submit to the satisfaction of the Board:

(i) proper persons who know the applicant and can vouch for the good character of the applicant; or

(ii) other evidence that the applicant is a fit and proper person to hold the license.