Maryland Statutes
Part III - Variances
Section 5-326 - Term and Renewal of Temporary Variance

(a)    Unless an order for a temporary variance from a regulation or part of a regulation is renewed as provided in this section, the order may not be in effect for longer than:
        (1)    1 year after the order is passed; or
        (2)    if shorter, the period that the employer needs to achieve compliance with the regulation or part.
    (b)    (1)    Subject to the limitations in this subsection, the Commissioner may renew an order for a temporary variance twice.
        (2)    The Commissioner may renew an order under this subsection only if the employer:
            (i)    submits an application for renewal to the Commissioner at least 90 days before the date on which the order is to expire; and
            (ii)    meets the requirements of this subtitle for granting a temporary variance.
        (3)    A renewal under this subsection may not remain in effect for more than 180 days.

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