# Public Utilities (GPU)

## Title 12. Underground Facilities

### Subtitle 1. Excavation or Demolition Near Underground Facilities

#### Section 12-102

It is the intent of the General Assembly to protect underground facilities of owners from destruction, damage, or dislocation to prevent:

(1) death or injury to individuals;

(2) property damage to private and public property; and

(3) the loss of services provided to the general public.

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