How can I get more information?
If you have additional questions, feel free to call the Health Department’s Billing Department at (301) 883-3328 Monday through...
What is the Critical Area?
The Critical Area includes all land within 1,000 feet of Maryland’s tidal waters and tidal wetlands. It also includes the waters...
Is my property in the Critical Area?
The easiest way to determine if your property is in the Critical Area is to view the M-NCPPC PGAtlas website. Once on the site...
I live in the Critical Area and I have a dead tree I want to remove. What approvals do I need to remove the tree?
Before removing the tree, please contact the DPIE Inspections Division at 301-755-9000 to schedule an inspection. Once the...
What projects qualify for a Critical Area Staff Level Review?
A Critical Area Staff Level Review of your project can be done if it meets the following conditions: disturbance of 500 square...
Who do I contact to secure a Critical Area Conservation Plan approval?
The Critical Area Conservation Plan is reviewed and approved by M-NCPPC Planning Board or by the Planning Director. The Developm...
How is the amount of a Critical Area Bond determined?
A Critical Area Bond is required to cover the required plantings. A cost estimate from a landscaping company is generally used...
What is the process of recording a Critical Area Conservation and Planting Agreement?
The Critical Area Conservation and Planting Agreement must be recorded prior to the Conservation Plan being signed. Typically...
The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) in its 2020 Infrastructure Report Card* rated Maryland’s stormwater infrastructure C (mediocre, needs attention). Is there a similar report card for
There is not an individual breakdown per County.