§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.