§1–403.

    (a)    This section applies in code counties only in the Southern Maryland class, as established in § 9–302 of the Local Government Article.

    (b)    A county may provide in the county’s subdivision regulations for:

        (1)    the dedication of real property for recreation; or

        (2)    in lieu of dedication, the payment of a fee to be used by the county for the purchase, development, and improvement of real property for recreational facilities.