Form CS-053 at a glance
What it is: The Zoning Approval Form is to be completed by applicant and presented for approval to the local zoning authorities.
Where and when to file: Submit with application.
A filled-in Form CS-053 example: a used car dealer gets zoning approval

How to fill out Form CS-053, box by box
Company Name (including trade names) and Business Address (location to be licensed)
Name and type of storage location
Type of Business (check appropriate blocks)

Under Type of Business, check the appropriate blocks.
Under Dealer Licenses, check Wholesale, Title Service, New Vehicle, Emergency Vehicle, Used Vehicle, Manufacturer, Trailer, Distributor or Motorcycle.
Next to ADR, enter the # of Acres.
Next to Scrap Processor, enter the # of acres.
Under Transporters, check Inspection Station, Vehicle Painting/Remodeling/Repair, Auctioneer, New Vehicles for Manufacturer or Other, and write the Other on the line.
Check Driver Education, DIP or RSDEP, and Classroom or Business Office.
Zoning official certification

The zoning official writes the business after "I certify, that the business of" and marks does or does not meet all zoning requirements, including the issuance of a use and occupancy permit, if required.
The zoning official signs at SIGN and enters the Printed Name, Date, Official Capacity, Telephone Number and Email Address.
More rules for Form CS-053
Submit with application.
Where to get help with Form CS-053
For more information, call 410-768-7000 (to speak with a customer service representative), or use TTY for the hearing impaired at 800-735-2258.
Sources
[1] Form CS-053 (08-26), Zoning Approval Form, Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (the Official source link on this page).


