Maryland HB775 allows construction of piers on private wetlands connected to lighthouses without owner permission.

Maryland HB775 modifies the state's environmental laws to allow the construction of piers on private wetlands connected to lighthouses without needing permission from the wetland owner. This bill exempts such piers from the requirement to obtain permission from the owner of private wetlands. The bill also specifies that the person constructing the pier must obtain necessary approvals from the Board and the Department before construction. This change applies to private wetlands bordering on or lying beneath tidal waters, subject to regular or periodic tidal action and supporting aquatic growth.

Maryland HB775 allows construction of piers on private wetlands connected to lighthouses without owner permission.

Maryland HB775 modifies the state's environmental laws to allow the construction of piers on private wetlands connected to lighthouses without needing permission from the wetland owner. This bill exempts such piers from the requirement to obtain permission from the owner of private wetlands. The bill also specifies that the person constructing the pier must obtain necessary approvals from the Board and the Department before construction. This change applies to private wetlands bordering on or lying beneath tidal waters, subject to regular or periodic tidal action and supporting aquatic growth.