Md. Code, Land Use § 25–503

(a) Except as provided under subsection (b) of this section, the County Executive may:

(1) negotiate agreements with a developer for real property located in the county;

(2) include a federal, State, or local government or unit as an additional party to the agreement; and

(3) execute an agreement.

(b) The County Executive may not enter into an agreement unless:

(1) the agreement is approved by the district council; and

(2) the county planning board determines that the proposed agreement is consistent with the Commission’s general plan.