Md. Code, Land Use § 3–103

(a) The development regulations element shall include the planning commission’s recommendation for land development regulations to implement the plan.

(b) The development regulations element shall encourage:

(1) the use of flexible development regulations to promote innovative and cost–saving site design and protect the environment; and

(2) within the areas designated for growth in the plan:

(i) economic development through the use of innovative techniques; and

(ii) streamlined review of applications for development, including permit review and subdivision plat review.