On March 8, 2021 the Renewable Energy regulations became effective. The purpose of the regulations is to provide development standards for minor (2 MW or less) and major (greater than 2MW) solar projects in the Critical Area. The regulations include provisions related to buffer disturbance, forest clearing, habitat protection areas, mitigation, and density provisions for location in the Resource Conservation Area of the Critical Area.

• ​For additional information see the Renewable Energy Regulations Frequently Asked Questions​
• A copy of the regulations as they appeared in the Maryland Register can be found here.