# Transportation (GTR)

## Title 5. Aviation

### Subtitle 8. Noise Zone Regulations

#### Section 5-812

(a) Unless a person has an appropriate permit issued by the political subdivision, the person may not, in a noise zone established under this part:

  (1) Establish or construct any new structure;

  (2) Make any new use of any existing structure or land; or

  (3) Substantially alter any existing structure or use of land.

(b) A political subdivision may not grant a permit if the proposed action would enlarge the size of or create an impacted land use area.

(c) Before a political subdivision acts on any permit application, the political subdivision shall notify the Administration of the application and give the Administration an opportunity to comment.

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