In order to ensure consistency, address local concerns, provide clear and flexible standards, and respond to innovative development and construction techniques, the Commission amends its existing regulations and adopts new regulations when necessary.
The links below provide updated information on current proposals sent to the Administrative, Executive, Legislative and Regulatory (AELR) Committee or the Critical Area Commission. Additional information about the Critical Area regulations can be obtained by contacting the Critical Area Commission’s Regulations Coordinator, Lisa Hoerger, at lisa.hoerger@maryland.gov or at 410-260-3478.