§ 5–203.2
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Envir. § 5-203.2 (2026)
Title 5. Water Resources
Subtitle 2. Organization and Authority of Unit Pertaining to Water and Water Resources -- in General
§ 5–203.2LinkCopy Citation
(a)
In this section, “dam safety permit” means a permit issued under § 5–503 of this title for the construction, reconstruction, repair, removal, or modification of a dam.
(b)
This section does not apply to a reservoir, dam, waterway obstruction, or small pond that is exempt from permit requirements under § 5–503(b) of this title.
(c)
The application for a dam safety permit shall include the estimated project construction cost.
(d)
Prior to the issuance of a dam safety permit, the Department shall collect a dam safety permit fee.
(e)
The dam safety permit fee:
(1)
Shall be based on the estimated project construction cost; and
(2)
May not exceed 3% of the estimated project construction cost.
(f)
Fees collected under this section shall be paid into the Private Dam Repair Fund established under § 5–509.2 of this title.