Md. Code Regs. 10.16.06.11

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 22, November 1, 2024

Section 10.16.06.11 - Variances

A. An operator may apply, in writing, to the Department for a variance of a requirement under this chapter, specifying:

(1) The affected regulation;

(2) The reason for the request;

(3) The name and address of the applicant;

(4) The name and location of the camp; and

(5) That the requirement is met by an alternative that complies with the intent of the regulation.

B. The Department may grant a variance of a requirement of this chapter if the:

(1) Operator applies for a variance of a requirement in accordance with §A of this regulation; and

(2) Campers' health, safety, and well being are not compromised if the variance is granted.

C. The Department shall:

(1) Grant a variance for a specific time period; and

(2) Specify the terms of the variance.

D. When the Department grants a variance for a requirement and the operator complies with the terms of the variance as specified by the Department, the Department shall consider the camp to be in compliance with the applicable regulation.

Md. Code Regs. 10.16.06.11

Regulations .11 adopted as an emergency provision effective June 19, 1989 (16:13 Md. R. 1413); emergency status expired November 12, 1989
Regulations .11 adopted effective June 11, 1990 (17:11 Md. R. 1343)
Regulation .11E amended effective March 2, 1992 (19:4 Md. R. 473)
Regulations .11 adopted effective September 1, 2004 (31:2 Md. R. 85)