Maryland Code, LAND USE 10-302
(1) be in accordance with the plan;
(2) be designed to:
(i) control street congestion;
(ii) promote health, public safety, and general welfare;
(iii) provide adequate light and air;
(iv) promote the conservation of natural resources;
(v) prevent environmental pollution;
(vi) properly manage growth and development; and
(vii) promote or facilitate adequate transportation, water, sewerage, schools, recreation, parks, and other public facilities; and
(3) include reasonable consideration for:
(i) the character of the district or zone and its suitability for particular uses;
(ii) the conservation of the value of buildings and other structures; and
(iii) encouragement for orderly development and the most appropriate use of land throughout Baltimore City.