Sec. 26.10.16.01. Scope

A. This chapter applies to a regulated substance storage facility having one or more UST systems that shall comply with the requirements of COMAR 26.10.02-11.

B. This chapter:

(1) Does not apply to an UST system that stores only heating oil for direct consumptive use;

(2) Does not alter the definitions of an operator set forth in COMAR 26.10.01.01B and COMAR 26.10.02.04B;

(3) Does not apply to an individual defined as an operator under COMAR 26.10.01.01B or COMAR 26.10.02.04B unless the owner of a regulated substance storage facility identifies that individual to serve as a Class A, B, or C operator for the facility;

(4) Does not relieve an owner or an operator of a regulated substance storage facility of the duty to comply with the legal responsibilities under:

(a) 40 CFR Part 280;

(b) Environment Article, Title 4, Annotated Code of Maryland; or

(c) COMAR 26.10.02-.11;

(5) Does not alter the legal responsibilities under:

(a) 40 CFR Part 280;

(b) Environment Article, Title 4, Annotated Code of Maryland; or

(c) COMAR 26.10.02-.11 for, between, or among owners and operators of regulated substance storage facilities; and

(6) Does not transfer the legal responsibilities under:

(a) 40 CFR Part 280;

(b) Environment Article, Title 4, Annotated Code of Maryland; or

(c) COMAR 26.10.02-.11 for, between, or among owners and operators of regulated substance storage facilities.