§ 5–1502
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Nat. Res. § 5-1502 (2026)
Title 5. Forests and Parks
Subtitle 15. Heritage Conservation Fund
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The purposes of the Heritage Conservation Fund are for the State to acquire conservation easements or a fee simple or other interests in:
(1)
Forestlands;
(2)
Unique ecological areas of the State;
(3)
Any area characterized by significant natural scenic beauty;
(4)
Tidal or nontidal wetlands;
(5)
Lands in the Chesapeake Bay Critical Area, as defined under § 8–1807 of this article;
(6)
Any land designated as a unique ecological area under the Natural Heritage Program in the Department;
(7)
Any wilderness area that remains relatively undisturbed by human encroachment;
(8)
Lands supporting rare, threatened, or endangered plants or animals;
(9)
Lands that support diverse ecological communities of plants or animals;
(10)
Any land whose conversion to development would significantly affect water quality or unique natural habitat;
(11)
Natural areas that have been designated by the State or submitted by a county for designation as areas of critical State concern under § 5–611 of the State Finance and Procurement Article; and
(12)
Lands that can be used by the general public for hunting.