It is the intent of these regulations to provide reasonable flexibility in the division and subsequent development of land when, in the judgment of the Commission, such flexibility shall ensure the conservation or preservation of natural or man-made features and related open space areas which contribute to the health, safety and general welfare of the Town of Leonardtown.

The purpose of establishing a Recreation and Parks (R-P) District is to preserve and protect natural features of land, including views, vistas, terrain, geological features, indigenous vegetation, inland wetlands and watercourses; preserve significant land areas for open space and recreational uses; and maintain the rural residential character of the Town of Leonardtown.

Permitted uses. No building or premises shall be erected, structurally altered, enlarged or maintained, nor shall any land be used, except for the following purposes: