Maryland § 16-105
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 16-105, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 16-105.
(a) The Department, jointly with the Critical Area Commission for the Chesapeake and Atlantic Coastal Bays, shall:
(1) Review existing regulations applicable to the construction of piers and bulkheads in the tidal wetlands of the State and in the Chesapeake Bay Critical Area; and
(2) By regulation, develop a procedure to avoid duplication of regulatory jurisdiction by the State and local jurisdictions concerning the construction of piers and bulkheads in the tidal wetlands of the State and in the Chesapeake Bay Critical Area.
(b) The procedure that the Department and Commission develop under subsection (a) of this section shall include provision for recognition of:
(1) State jurisdiction over the construction of piers and bulkheads in State and private wetlands designated under this title; and
(2) Local jurisdiction over:
(i) The construction of piers and bulkheads landward of the boundary lines of State and private wetlands as mapped under this title; and
(ii) Zoning divisional lines and building codes.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 16-105
What does Maryland Code § 16-105 cover?
Section 16-105 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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