Section 5A-334 – Archaeology Office — in General
(a) There is an Archaeology Office in the Trust. (b) (1) The Archaeology Office includes a research unit. (2) The research unit shall: (i) engage in and direct fundamental archaeological research; (ii) synthesize existing research information; and (iii) encourage archaeological research and investigation by museums, institutions of higher education, and scientific and historical institutions and organizations in the State. (c) (1) The Director shall […]
Section 5A-335 – Archaeology Office — Duties
(a) The Archaeology Office shall: (1) cooperate in excavating historically or archaeologically significant sites in the custody or control of any other State unit; (2) encourage the preservation of prehistoric or historic sites on privately owned land in the State; (3) coordinate the work of retrieving and preserving archaeologically significant objects and materials found during public construction in the […]
Section 5A-336 – Advisory Committee on Archaeology
(a) There is an Advisory Committee on Archaeology. (b) (1) The Committee consists of seven members appointed by the Governor on recommendation of the Secretary and with the advice and consent of the Senate. (2) The Committee shall include representatives of reputable museums, institutions of higher education, other recognized scientific or historical institutions or organizations, and qualified private firms […]
Section 5A-337 – Communication of Information About Archaeological Sites
A person who knows the location of an archaeological site in the State is encouraged to give the information to a reputable museum, an institution of higher education, another recognized scientific or historical institution or organization, or the Trust.
Section 5A-319 – Restrictions on Property Transfer, Sale, and Conveyance
(a) Unless the Board of Public Works approves, the Trust may not dispose of any property transferred to it by the State or purchased with State money. (b) The Trust may not sell, convey, assign, or lease out any historic property solely for investment. (c) Before selling or conveying real or personal property listed in or eligible to […]
Section 5A-320 – Application for Change or Alteration of Property Subject to Historic Preservation
(a) In this section, “general repair and maintenance” means work to correct damage from deterioration or wear and tear of a property, including maintenance, reconstruction, repair, repainting, and refinishing. (b) If an application for the change or alteration to a property subject to a historic preservation easement held by the Trust is for general repair or maintenance […]
Section 5A-322 – Definitions
(a) In this part the following words have the meanings indicated. (b) “Council” means the Maryland Advisory Council on Historic Preservation. (c) “Historic Register” means the Maryland Register of Historic Properties. (d) “Preparation costs” means the costs of studies, surveys, plans and specifications, or architectural, engineering, and other special services.
Section 5A-323 – Identification of Historic Properties
(a) The Trust shall compile a Maryland Inventory of Historic Properties that consists of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and other objects of known or potential value to the prehistory, history, upland and underwater archaeology, architecture, engineering, and culture of the State. (b) (1) The Trust shall compile a Historic Register to include all properties in the State that […]
Section 5A-305 – Board of Public Works — Architectural Easements in Annapolis
(a) (1) To preserve the architectural and scenic integrity and beauty of the State House and other nearby real properties owned or used by the State or a State unit, the Board of Public Works may acquire architectural easements in the following areas in the City of Annapolis: (i) around State Circle; (ii) on School Street opposite the Executive […]
Section 5A-324 – Advisory Council on Historic Preservation
(a) There is a Maryland Advisory Council on Historic Preservation. (b) (1) The Council consists of seven voting members. (2) The ex officio members are: (i) the Secretary of General Services; (ii) the Secretary of Housing and Community Development; (iii) the Secretary of Planning; and (iv) the Secretary of Transportation. (3) The Governor shall appoint the other three members, of whom: (i) two shall be […]