In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated. “Compliance assistance” means an action taken by a jurisdiction with delegated authority under Subtitle 1 of this title that: Corrects a violation before a formal enforcement action is necessary; or Was voluntarily taken to prevent future violations. “Critical Area” has the meaning stated in § 8–1802 of the Natural Resources Article. “Sensitive area” means an area of critical concern. “Sensitive area” includes: Buffers, as defined in COMAR 27.01.01.01; Habitat protection areas, as defined in COMAR 27.01.01.01; Modified buffer areas, as defined in COMAR 27.01.01.01; Nontidal wetlands, as defined in COMAR 26.23.01.01; Tidal wetlands, as defined in COMAR 26.24.01.02; 100–year floodplains, as defined in COMAR 08.19.03.01; and Stream buffers, as defined in COMAR 08.19.03.01.