(a) The General Assembly finds that: (1) Forests, streams, valleys, wetlands, parks, and scenic, historic, and recreation areas of the State are basic assets and their proper use, development, and preservation are necessary to protect and promote the health, safety, economy, and general welfare of the people of the State; (2) Enhancing the extent and condition of tree […]
(a) (1) In this section, the term “forestry” includes activities prescribed by a licensed professional forester in accordance with § 7–101 of the Business Occupations and Professions Article. (2) “Forestry” does not include the clearing of land as a prelude to a change in the use of land. (b) Forestry, as prescribed by a person licensed as a forester […]
(a) (1) In this section the following words have the meanings indicated. (2) “Construction activity” means work by a constructing agency related to: (i) Construction of or improvements to a highway; or (ii) Off–site environmental mitigation related to highway construction. (3) “Constructing agency” means: (i) A unit of State or local government; or (ii) Any other person who uses State funding and performs […]
