# Environment (GEN)

## Title 9. Water, Ice, and Sanitary Facilities

### Subtitle 2. Regulation by State

#### Section 9-221

(a) If, after investigation, the Department determines that any water supply system, sewerage system, or refuse disposal system is a menace to health or comfort or is causing a nuisance, and that conditions cannot be improved sufficiently only by changing the method of operation, the Department may order the owner:

  (1) To alter or extend the water supply system, sewerage system, or refuse disposal system; or

  (2) To install a new water supply system, sewerage system, or refuse disposal system.

(b) An order under subsection (a) of this section shall state a reasonable date for completion of the work.

(c) The Secretary may authorize a health officer:

  (1) To investigate refuse disposal systems; and

  (2) To enforce any regulation of the Department concerning refuse disposal systems.

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Md. Code Ann., Envir. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)