§ 7–609

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Health-Gen. § 7-609 (2026)

Title 7. Developmental Disabilities Law

Subtitle 6. Community-Based Residential Programs

To qualify for a certificate of approval, an applicant shall satisfy the Secretary that:

(1)

The proposed private group home is consistent with the State plan;

(2)

The applicant is a proper person to receive a certificate of approval;

(3)

The proposed private group home is appropriate for the stated purpose;

(4)

The proposed private group home meets or, on completion, will meet the licensing requirements of Subtitle 9 of this title;

(5)

The proposed private group home meets or, on completion, will meet all of the general zoning requirements that apply to the site and that relate to:

(i)

The height and size of any buildings that are involved;

(ii)

The land that may be covered or occupied;

(iii)

The open space requirements;

(iv)

The density requirements; and

(v)

The use of any land or buildings; and

(6)

The applicant’s facilities meet the federal regulation requirements on program accessibility (45 C.F.R. §§ 84.21 through 84.23).