Md. Code Regs. 27.01.09.01-8

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 22, November 1, 2024

Section 27.01.09.01-8 - Modified Buffer Area

A. As part of the local Critical Area program to be submitted to the Commission, a local jurisdiction may request a modification to the minimum requirements applicable in the buffer where it can be sufficiently demonstrated that the existing pattern of residential, industrial, commercial, institutional, or recreational development in the Critical Area prevents the buffer from fulfilling the functions stated in Regulation .01 of this chapter.

B. A local jurisdiction shall require mitigation for a development activity within an area mapped as a modified buffer area.

C. A local jurisdiction may propose other measures for achieving the water quality and habitat protection objectives of the policies, including public education and urban forestry programs.

Md. Code Regs. 27.01.09.01-8

Regulation .01-8 amended effective October 29, 2012 (39:21 Md. R. 1380)