Politics & Government

POLL: Larger Signs in Downtown Towson?

A bill that passed on Monday would allow larger signs on large office buildings or buildings with a state use. Community leaders say the bill is unnecessary. What do you think?

The Baltimore County Council on Monday approved a bill that allows for on certain office buildings or properties with a state use.

The bill, sponsored by Councilman David Marks, . But it is being opposed by Towson community leaders who say the bill was narrowly crafted to benefit Caves Valley Partners, owners of the Towson City Center.

"I'm not a fan of proliferation of signage everywhere, but quite frankly when you look at projects like Towson City Center and some of the other buildings in Towson, they're the only game in town," Marks told Patch.

Find out what's happening in Towsonfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Community leaders, including members of the Greater Towson Council of Community Associations, say there would be nothing stopping people like the Towson City Center's owners from seeking zoning variances, and that a new law wasn't necessary.

We want to know what you think. Was the bill the right thing to do? Or does it set an unwelcome precedent, as some community leaders claim?

Find out what's happening in Towsonfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.