§ 12–1204
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Pub. Safety § 12-1204 (2026)
Title 12. Building and Material Codes; Other Safety Provisions
Subtitle 12. Maryland Swimming Pool and Spa Standards
§ 12–1204LinkCopy Citation
(a)
A local jurisdiction may adopt local amendments to the Standards if the local amendments do not:
(1)
prohibit the minimum implementation and enforcement activities set forth in § 12–1205 of this subtitle; or
(2)
weaken energy conservation and efficiency provisions contained in the Standards.
(b)
If a local jurisdiction adopts a local amendment to the Standards, the Standards as amended by the local jurisdiction apply in the local jurisdiction.
(c)
If a local amendment conflicts with the Standards, the local amendment prevails in the local jurisdiction.
(d)
A local jurisdiction that adopts a local amendment to the Standards shall ensure that the local amendment is adopted in accordance with applicable local law.
(e)
To keep the database established under this subtitle current, a local jurisdiction that adopts a local amendment to the Standards shall provide a copy of the local amendment to the Department:
(1)
at least 15 days before the effective date of the amendment; or
(2)
within 5 days after the adoption of an emergency local amendment.