The Secretary may authorize variances or exemptions from the rules and regulations issued in accordance with § 9–407 of this subtitle, under conditions and in a manner necessary and desirable. However, the variances or exemptions are permitted only under conditions and in a manner that is not less stringent than the conditions under, and the manner in which, variances and exemptions may be granted under the federal Act.
Structure Maryland Statutes
Title 9 - Water, Ice, and Sanitary Facilities
Part I - Drinking Water -- Regulation
Section 9-402 - Purpose of Subtitle
Section 9-403 - Effect on Other Powers
Section 9-404 - Miscellaneous Powers of Secretary
Section 9-405 - Action by Secretary to Prevent Public Water System Contamination
Section 9-406 - Safe Drinking Water Emergencies
Section 9-407 - State Primary Drinking Water Regulations -- in General
Section 9-408 - State Primary Drinking Water Regulations -- Application
Section 9-409 - State Primary Drinking Water Regulations -- Variances and Exemptions
Section 9-410 - Notice to Be Given by Suppliers of Water
Section 9-411 - Injunctive Actions
Section 9-412 - Prohibited Acts
Section 9-412.1 - Tampering With Public Water System
Section 9-414 - Issuance of Orders or Notice for Violations