Md. Code Regs. 26.03.08.04

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 22, November 1, 2024
Section 26.03.08.04 - Priority System
A. The State priority system for the award of financial assistance shall be developed by the Department, may be subjected to public hearings and will result in a priority list which shall be used to award the financial assistance. The priority system shall take into account, as appropriate:
(1) The water quality or public health impacts of the existing circumstances;
(2) The problem prevention aspects of the proposed project;
(3) Previous efforts expended to correct any existing problem;
(4) The financial capacity of the applicant;
(5) Cost effectiveness of a proposed project;
(6) Planning requirements;
(7) Applicant's plans for monitoring and review; and
(8) Measures to assure accountability for all financial assistance.
B. Based on the priority system, the Department of the Environment shall develop a priority list of projects.

Md. Code Regs. 26.03.08.04