Code of Maryland Regulations (Last Updated: April 6, 2021) |
Title 05. Department of Housing & Community Development |
Subtitle 05. RENTAL HOUSING PROGRAMS |
Chapter 05.05.01. Rental Housing Program |
Sec. 05.05.01.16. Environmental Review
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A. Each project shall comply with applicable local, State, and federal environmental laws and regulations.
B. Sponsors may be required, at the discretion of the Department, to conduct a screening of the proposed site for environmental conditions, including man-made hazards, storm water runoff, underground storage tanks, lead-based paint, radon gas, PCBs, and asbestos.
C. If the initial screening indicates adverse or potentially adverse environmental conditions, the Department may require a more detailed physical investigation, review of historical records, testing and treatment, or abatement of the environmental condition as a requirement of the loan.