§ 9-1713
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§9–1713.
(1)In this section, “recycling facility” means a facility that provides recycling services.
(2)“Recycling facility” does not include:
(i)A composting facility;
(ii)A facility that requires a natural wood waste recycling facility permit in accordance with this subtitle;
(iii)A facility that requires a sewage sludge utilization permit in accordance with Subtitle 2 of this title; or
(iv)A facility that serves as a drop–off and collection point for residential recyclable materials.
(b)The Department shall adopt regulations to:
(1)Establish conditions under which a recycling facility does not require a refuse disposal permit under Subtitle 2 of this title; and
(2)Exempt certain materials that are managed at a recycling facility from being designated as solid waste.
(c)The regulations adopted under subsection
(b)of this section may include:
(1)Design, construction, and operational conditions for recycling facilities to protect public health and the environment and minimize nuisances;
(2)A tiered system of permits or approvals for recycling facilities based on the material managed, the methods of management and storage, and other factors determined by the Department to be appropriate; and
(3)Exceptions to any requirement to obtain a recycling facility permit or approval.
(d)Sections 9–334 through 9–342 of this title and § 10–104 of this article apply to violations of:
(1)This section;
(2)Any regulation adopted under this section; or
(3)Any order or permit issued under this section.