§ 18.1211. Uses on the drainfield; applicability of COMAR; maintenance.

(a)

Structures. A structure may not be placed on a drainfield unless:

(1)

The drainfield is located on land owned by the Board of Education;

(2)

The structure is a playground or athletic equipment located in a recreational area or athletic field as permitted by COMAR; and

(3)

The Department, the controlling authority, and the Health Department have approved the structure.

(b)

Drainfield Covered or Disturbed. The drainfield may not be:

(1)

Covered with gravel, asphalt, concrete, or any other covering or topping that impedes the growth of vegetation; or

(2)

Without prior authorization from the controlling authority, the Health Department, and the Department, disturbed by earth moving or grading.

(c)

Crops. Only a crop approved by the Health Department, the Soil Conservation Service, and, if required, the Maryland Department of the Environment may be grown on the drainfield.

(d)

COMAR. Notwithstanding the requirements of this section, if COMAR prohibits a structure or use on a drainfield that is not prohibited by this section, the prohibition in COMAR shall apply.

(e)

Maintenance. The drainfield shall be maintained as required by the terms of the permit and the COMAR requirements governing sewage disposal.

(C.B. 16, 2006, § 1)