Maryland Statutes
Part I - General Powers and Duties of Secretary
Section 20-303 - Rules and Regulations

(a)    The Secretary may adopt rules and regulations to govern the character and location of:
        (1)    Plumbing;
        (2)    Drainage;
        (3)    Water supply;
        (4)    Offensive trades; and
        (5)    Disposal of any waste material, including sewage or garbage.
    (b)    The Secretary may adopt rules and regulations to govern the sanitary condition of:
        (1)    Streets;
        (2)    Cesspools;
        (3)    Outhouses; and
        (4)    Any sanitary feature connected with any of these.