(a) A certificate automatically shall be null and void if:
(1) Construction or other preparation of the site for its intended use of the facility for which the certificate was issued has not commenced within 2 years following issuance of the certificate; or
(2) The facility has not commenced operation within 4 years following issuance of the certificate.
(b) The Board may extend the time limits imposed under subsection (a) of this section if the certificate holder:
(1) Applies to the Board for an extension; and
(2) Shows good cause for allowing the extension.
Structure Maryland Statutes
Title 7 - Hazardous Materials and Hazardous Substances
Subtitle 4 - Hazardous Waste Facility Siting Program
Section 7-402 - Purpose of Subtitle; Location of Facilities Subject to Certain Considerations
Section 7-403 - Hazardous Waste Facilities Siting Board
Section 7-404 - Rules and Regulations
Section 7-405 - Certificates of Public Necessity -- in General
Section 7-406 - Certificates of Public Necessity -- Application; Issuance
Section 7-407 - Application of Other Requirements
Section 7-408 - Failure to Commence Construction or Operation
Section 7-409 - Unit of Department of the Environment; Powers of Board; Informational Services
Section 7-410 - Inventory of Potential Sites; Filings Required by Service
Section 7-411 - Duties of Service as to Inventoried Sites