§ 9–1101
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Envir. § 9-1101 (2026)
Title 9. Water, Ice, and Sanitary Facilities
Subtitle 11. Miscellaneous Sanitary Provisions
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(a)
In Garrett County, before constructing on private property a building that will need a septic tank disposal system, the person who proposes to construct the building shall obtain a septic tank permit from the Garrett County Health Department.
(b)
An applicant for a septic tank permit under this section shall submit to the Garrett County Health Department:
(1)
An application on the form that the Garrett County Health Department requires; and
(2)
A plan for the septic tank system.
(c)
Before issuing a septic tank permit, the Garrett County Health Department may inspect the site of the proposed septic tank.
(d)
If it approves the application, the Garrett County Health Department shall issue a septic tank permit.
(e)
A person may not build a septic tank in violation of this section.
(f)
A person who violates subsection (e) of this section is guilty of a misdemeanor and on conviction is subject to a fine not exceeding $100.