Maryland § 5-301
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 5-301, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-301.
(a) In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
(b) “Approved practice” includes:
(1) Planting;
(2) Seeding;
(3) Timber stand improvement;
(4) Prescribed burning;
(5) Site preparation; and
(6) Other forest resource development practices required of an applicant.
(c) “Cost-share assistance” means partial financial assistance in amounts as the Department determines, subject to limitations of this subtitle.
(d) “Department” means the Department of Natural Resources.
(e) (1) “Eligible landowner” means an individual, group, or corporation that owns private woodland in the State.
(2) “Eligible landowner” does not include a corporation or a subsidiary of a corporation that:
(i) Manufactures forest products; or
(ii) Provides utility services and is capable of producing crops of commercial timber.
(f) “Secretary” means the Secretary of Natural Resources.
(g) “Mel Noland Woodland Incentives and Fellowship Fund” means the special fund established in the State Treasury under § 5–307 of this subtitle.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 5-301
What does Maryland Code § 5-301 cover?
Section 5-301 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.
How do I cite Maryland § 5-301?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 5-301" (Maryland). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 5-301 apply to my situation?
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