Md. Code Regs. 24.05.26.05

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 24, December 2, 2024

Section 24.05.26.05 - Application for Designation

A. An application for an arts and entertainment district shall include the following:

(1) A vicinity map and plan of the proposed district indicating:

(a) Existing improvements and, if known, their historic significance;

(b) Existing transportation facilities;

(c) Existing arts, entertainment, and tourist facilities; and

(d) Any proposed State or local capital improvements projects that affect the proposed district;

(2) A tax map or block plat identifying those properties that are within the proposed district and their property valuations by class, an indication as to those publicly or privately held, an analysis of current building use or uses including their zoning, the availability of affordable housing, studio, and performance space, and other information that is established by the Secretary;

(3) A plan covering the responsibility for management of the district;

(4) Evidence that the county, the municipal corporation, or both, will offer the following incentives to arts and entertainment enterprises and qualifying residing artists if the request for designation is approved:

(a) A property tax credit under Tax-Property Article, §9-240, Annotated Code of Maryland; and

(b) An exemption from the admissions and amusement tax under Tax-General Article, §4-104, Annotated Code of Maryland;

(5) Additional incentives and initiatives the political subdivision may provide or establish to encourage arts and entertainment enterprises and qualifying residing artists to locate within the proposed district;

(6) Evidence and certification that the political subdivision, before submission, held a public hearing with adequate notice and publicity on the application;

(7) A written narrative to explain the goals and strategy for the district, including a narrative description on how the proposed district complements the local economic development plan;

(8) If the size of the proposed district exceeds 100 acres, a written justification of the size of the proposed district;

(9) A certification from the county or municipality that is applying that the entire proposed arts and entertainment district is located in a priority funding area under State Finance and Procurement Article, § 5-7 B-03, Annotated Code of Maryland; and

(10) Any other information requested by the Department.

B. Under §A(4) of this regulation, a political subdivision shall require an arts and entertainment enterprise or qualifying residing artist to provide an annual report containing information required by the Secretary as a precondition to receiving an eligibility certification for the Arts and Entertainment Districts Program incentives and initiatives.

Md. Code Regs. 24.05.26.05