Md. Code Regs. 27.01.04.03 - Criteria

In developing and updating its Critical Area program, a local jurisdiction shall satisfy these criteria when addressing shoreline stabilization measures:

A. In accordance with COMAR 26.24.04.01-1, adherence to the structural shoreline stabilization maps developed and maintained by the Department of the Environment;

B. In accordance with Environment Article, § 16-201(c), Annotated Code of Maryland, and COMAR 26.24.04.01, prohibition of the use of a structural shoreline stabilization measure in an area where no significant shore erosion occurs;

C. Performance of mitigation measures applicable to the type of shoreline stabilization measure to be undertaken, as specified in the Commission form entitled "Shoreline Stabilization Measure Buffer Management Plan"; and

D. In accordance with COMAR 26.24.04.01-3 and 27.01.09.01-3, delivery to the Commission of an approved buffer management plan for each approved shoreline stabilization measure.

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Md. Code Regs. 27.01.04.03

Regulation .03C adopted effective 40:17 Md. R. 1421, eff.9/2/2013 ; amended effective 50:4 Md. R.111-172, eff. 3/6/2023