Md. Code Regs. 26.30.01.02

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 21, October 18, 2024

Section 26.30.01.02 - License Required; Exceptions

A. Except as provided in §B of this regulation, a person shall be licensed by the Board as a marine contractor or be employed by an individual or entity that is licensed by the Board before the individual or entity may:

(1) Perform marine contractor services in the State; or

(2) Solicit to perform marine contractor services in the State.

B. Exceptions.

(1) An individual who is employed by an agency of the federal government or the State may perform marine contractor services while in the performance of the duties of their employment without having to obtain a license from the Board.

(2) A residential or commercial property owner may perform marine contractor services on the property owner's own property without having to obtain a license from the Board.

(3) An individual who performs marine contractor services while in the performance of the duties of their employment on behalf of a county or municipality in the State is not required to pay a fee for the issuance or renewal of a license or a test administered by the Board.

(4) An individual who performs marine contractor services while in the performance of the duties of their employment on behalf of a county or municipality in the State may do so without having to obtain a license from the Board if the individual is performing marine contractor services that:

(a) Would present a de minimis risk to human health or the environment;

(b) Do not require a federal or State permit; and

(c) If the marine contract services involve an existing structure, except a shore erosion control structure, do not increase the footprint of the structure.

Md. Code Regs. 26.30.01.02

Regulation .02 adopted effective 51:5 Md. R. 233, eff. 3/18/2024.