Md. Code, Local Government § 13–503

The governing body of a county may adopt rules and regulations for the

licensing, maintenance, and operation of junkyards in the county to:

(1) protect county residents from unpleasant and unwholesome

conditions and neighborhoods;

(2) preserve the beauty and esthetic value of rural or residential

areas;

(3) safeguard the public health and welfare;

(4) promote good civic design; and

(5) promote the health, safety, morals, order, convenience, and

prosperity of the community.