§ 3–101

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Envir. § 3-101 (2026)

Title 3. Noise Control

Subtitle 1. Definitions; General Provisions

(a)

In this title the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b)

“Environmental noise standard” means a goal for the limitation of noise, from all sources, that exists in a defined area under specified conditions.

(c)

(1)

“Noise” means the intensity, frequency, duration, and character of sound.

(2)

“Noise” includes sound and vibration of subaudible frequencies.

(d)

“Political subdivision” means a county or municipal corporation of this State.

(e)

“Sound level limit” means the maximum allowable noise emission from a noise source in a defined area under specified conditions.

(f)

“Source” means any person or property from which sound originates.