# COMAR Title 13B — Maryland Higher Education Commission

## Subtitle 02 — Academic Regulations

### Chapter 01 — Requirements for Authorization of Out-of-State Degree-Granting Institutions to Operate in Maryland

#### Regulation .19 Facilities.

*COMAR 13B.02.01.19*

A. Because the effective operation of an institution depends largely upon the physical atmosphere of the surroundings, the cleanliness, state of repair, and attractive appearance of the out-of-State institution's grounds and buildings shall provide an adequate and effective educational environment.

B. An out-of-State institution shall provide safe, accessible, functional, and appropriately maintained facilities.

C. Facilities shall meet applicable federal, State, and local fire, safety, and health standards.

D. An out-of-State institution shall have a schedule for cleaning, repair, and maintenance of buildings and grounds.

E. An out-of-State institution shall appropriately assign specific responsibilities for care of grounds, campus security, traffic safety and control, fire protection, utilities, and plant upkeep.

F. An out-of-State institution shall appropriately assign specific responsibilities for storage, handling, and disposal of dangerous and toxic materials.

G. An out-of-State institution shall provide laboratory and classroom space appropriate to its curriculum.

H. An out-of-State institution shall provide office space and conference space to full-time and part-time faculty and administrators.