Maryland § 9-804
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 9-804, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 9-804.
(a) A fire official shall give written notice to the occupant of premises where combustible material has accumulated to remove the combustible material from the premises within 48 hours after receipt of the notice, if after an inspection made under this subtitle, the fire official determines that the accumulation of combustible material increases the danger of fire to:
(1) the premises where the combustible material has accumulated; or
(2) adjacent property.
(b) (1) If the combustible material is not removed from the premises within 48 hours after receipt of a notice under subsection (a) of this section, the fire official may:
(i) remove the combustible material from the premises;
(ii) send a bill to the occupant of the premises for the cost of the removal; and
(iii) certify the cost of the removal to the treasurer of the jurisdiction.
(2) If the cost of the removal is not paid to the treasurer within 30 days after receipt of the bill, the jurisdiction may bring a civil action against the occupant to recover the cost.
(c) (1) A person may not refuse or neglect to remove combustible material within 48 hours after receipt of a notice under subsection (a) of this section.
(2) A person who violates this subsection is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine of not less than $5 and not exceeding $50 for each violation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 9-804
What does Maryland Code § 9-804 cover?
Section 9-804 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 § 9-804?
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Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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