Maryland Administrative Code

.06 Applicants Failed. A. Any applicant who failed the examination for either a master or journey license may apply and pay the prescribed fee for another examination. A period of 1 month shall elapse before a failed applicant may retake an examination. B. Applicants who have fai…

.07 Applicants for Renewal of License. A. All apprentice, journey, and master plumbers eligible for renewal shall renew their licenses every 2 years. B. All applicants for renewal, after submitting their written application for renewal accompanied by the required fee, shall be is…

.08 Issuing of License on a Reciprocal Basis. A. The Board shall issue a master or journey plumber license on a reciprocal basis to applicants living in Baltimore County or the Washington Suburban Sanitary District who: (1) Have passed the master or journey plumber examination in…

.09 Advertisements. A. Definitions. In this regulation, the following terms have the meanings indicated: (1) “Current master plumber” means the individual responsible for supervising and controlling the work of all individuals providing or assisting in providing plumbing services…

.10 Qualifications for Plumbing Inspectors. A. Plumbing inspectors hired by the State, a county, or a local government after October 1, 1988, shall meet minimum standards that are established by the county or local government in consultation with the State Board, or, if there is …

.11 Passing Grade for License and Certificate Examinations. In accordance with Business Occupations and Professions Article, §12-304(d)(1), Annotated Code of Maryland, and as set forth in Regulations .03B(3) and .05 of this chapter, an applicant for any license or certificate iss…

.01 Responsibilities of Licensees. A. A licensee shall undertake to provide plumbing services only if the licensee is qualified by education, training, and experience to provide the required services. B. A licensee shall undertake to provide plumbing services related to gas only …

.02 Street Address Required. A. This regulation applies to all applications, both original and renewal, received on or after January 1, 2014. B. An applicant for a license shall provide to the Board the actual street address of the individual’s residence or principal business off…

.03 Failure to Respond. A. If an applicant or licensee receives from the Board a written communication requesting a response, the applicant or licensee shall respond in writing within 30 days of the date of the mailing. B. The Board shall send a written communication by first-cla…

.01 Definitions. A. In this chapter, the following terms have the meaning indicated. B. Terms Defined. (1) “Certified instructor” means an individual who possesses a master plumber or a journey plumber license issued by the Board or a reciprocating jurisdiction and has successful…

.02 Approved Cross Connection/Backflow Prevention Certification Program. A. In accordance with Business Occupations and Professions Article, §12-306(c), Annotated Code of Maryland, a cross connection/backflow prevention certification program may be eligible for approval by the Bo…

.01 Purpose. This chapter is intended to carry out the provisions of Business Occupations and Professions Article, Title 12, Annotated Code of Maryland. and Business Regulation Article, §§2-106.9 and 2-106.10, Annotated Code of Maryland, In particular, it is intended to set vario…

.02 Definitions. A. In this chapter, the following terms have the meanings indicated. B. Terms Defined. (1) “Board” means the State Board of Plumbing. (2) “License fee” means the fee paid by an applicant or licensee, as applicable, in connection with the issuance and renewal of a…

.03 Fees and Costs. A. The Secretary and the mechanical boards have agreed to average their direct and indirect costs, based on the calculation of costs performed by the Secretary in consultation with the mechanical boards. Based on these calculations, the Board sets the followin…

.01 Definitions. The definitions set forth in Business Occupations and Professions Article, §3-101, Annotated Code of Maryland, apply in this chapter unless otherwise noted.

.02 Relationship with the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB). A. The Board shall: (1) Maintain membership in the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) and pay the necessary costs for membership; (2) Keep up-to-date information on…

.03 Requirements for Licensure. In order to qualify for a license, an applicant shall satisfy the Board that the applicant possesses the proper qualifications to engage in the practice of architecture in the State as set forth in Business Occupations and Professions Article, §3-3…

.04 Educational Requirements. A. To qualify for a license, an applicant shall meet the educational requirements set forth in Business Occupations and Professions Article, §3-303(c), Annotated Code of Maryland. B. If an applicant does not meet the professional education degree req…

.05 Architectural Experience Program (AXP) Requirements. An applicant shall complete the training requirements of the Architectural Experience Program (AXP) as outlined in the appropriate NCARB guidelines. Cross References 09.21.01.03C 09.21.01.04B

.06 Architect Registration Examination (ARE) Requirements. A. The Board shall use the Architect Registration Examination (ARE) prepared by the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB). B. The Board has followed and shall continue to follow, until further noti…

.07 Licensure. A. After the applicant has satisfied the Board, and, if applicable, the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB), that the applicant possesses the proper qualifications to engage in the practice of architecture in the State, including, but not …

.01 Rules of Conduct. A. Competence. (1) In practicing architecture, an architect shall act with reasonable care and competence, and shall apply the technical knowledge and skills which are ordinarily applied by architects of good standing, practicing in the same locality. (2) In…

.02 Names of Entities. A. An individual, a partnership, a corporation, a limited liability company, or any other entity through which architecture is practiced, may not use an impersonal name unless the name complies with appropriate requirements set forth in Corporations and Ass…

.03 Sealing Requirements. A. A licensee may sign or seal plans, specifications, drawings, reports, or other documents that are required to be signed and sealed pursuant to Business Occupations and Professions Article, §3-501, Annotated Code of Maryland, only if the following requ…

.04 Titleblock Rules. A. An architectural entity shall incorporate a titleblock on all drawings and other documents required to be signed and sealed pursuant to Business Occupations and Professions Article, §3-501, Annotated Code of Maryland. B. A licensee may not remove a titleb…

.01 Hearings Before the Board. A. Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, all contested case hearings before the Board are governed by COMAR 09.01.02. B. The administrative unit shall send the hearing notice described in COMAR 09.01.02.07B not later than 30 days before the …

.02 Hearings Delegated to the Office of Administrative Hearings. All contested case hearings delegated to the Office of Administrative Hearings are governed by COMAR 09.01.03.

.01 Purpose. This chapter is intended to carry out the provisions of Business Regulation Article, §§2-106.1 and 2-106.2, Annotated Code of Maryland, and Business Occupations and Professions Article, Title 3, Annotated Code of Maryland. In particular, it is intended to set various…

.02 Definitions. A. In this chapter, the following terms have the meanings indicated. B. Terms Defined. (1) “Board” means the State Board of Architects. (2) “Design boards” means collectively the: (a) Board; (b) State Board of Certified Interior Designers; (c) State Board of Exam…

.03 Fees and Costs. A. The Secretary and the design boards have agreed to average their direct and indirect costs, based on the calculation of costs performed by the Secretary in consultation with the design boards. Based on these calculations, the Board sets the following fees: …

.01 Purpose. The State legislature has determined that, in order to safeguard the health, safety, and welfare of the public, licensed architects shall comply with the continuing professional competency requirements as a prerequisite for the renewal of a license.

.02 Definitions. A. In this chapter, the following terms have the meaning indicated. B. Terms Defined. (1) “Authorized activities” means professional development activities that: (a) Meet the criteria set forth in Regulation .04 of this chapter; and (b) Are approved and accepted …

.03 Requirements. A. A licensee shall complete 12 LUs during each of the 2 preceding calendar years that occur prior to the calendar year in which an applicable license term is set to expire. B. As an alternative to §A of this regulation, a licensee shall complete 24 LUs during t…

.04 Professional Development Activities. A. A professional development activity shall meet the following criteria: (1) Be a post-licensing educational activity approved by the Board in which at least 75 percent of activity's content and instructional time is dedicated to health, …

.05 Submissions for Approval to Present a Professional Development Activity. A. Entities or individuals, including, but not limited to, professional firms conducting in-house presentations, may submit a specific professional development activity for review and approval by the Boa…

.06 Sources of Credit and Determination of Units. A. A licensee may earn the LUs by any appropriate methods that may from time to time be approved by the Board. B. A licensee may earn the applicable number of LUs in accordance with the following conversion schedule: (1) 1 college…

.07 Record Keeping. A. Responsibility to Maintain Records. (1) The responsibility of maintaining records to be used to support the continuing professional competency credit claim is the responsibility of each licensee. (2) A licensee shall maintain the records for a period of at …

.08 Reporting Requirements for License Renewal. A. A licensee shall attest on the license renewal form to the fact that the licensee has completed all applicable CPC requirements set forth in this chapter by the last day of the following: (1) The calendar year preceding the year …

.09 Extenuating Circumstances or Exceptions. A. Notwithstanding other requirements set forth in this chapter, a licensee who is granted an initial license may renew a license for the next full term without complying with the CPC requirements if: (1) The licensee has been granted …

.10 Failure to Meet the CPC Requirements. In the event the licensee does not respond to the Board’s notice or otherwise fails to comply with the CPC requirements set forth in this chapter, the Board, subject to the hearing provisions of Business Occupations and Professions Articl…

.11 Reinstatement of License. A licensee who wishes to reinstate a license after failing to complete the CPC requirements shall fulfill past due CPC requirements for the immediately preceding CPC reporting periods up to 24 LUs and pay all applicable fees.

.12 Emeritus Status. An individual who elected the status of “architect emeritus” shall be exempt from the compliance with the CPC requirements. In the event such individual decides to have the license reactivated, the individual shall fulfill past due CPC requirements up to 24 L…

.13 Learning Units Earned in Other States. The CPC requirements applicable to the renewal of Maryland architectural license shall be deemed to be satisfied by an architect licensed in another state if the following requirements are met: A. The state of current residency of an out…

.01 General Requirements. A. A licensee, permit holder, or registrant shall be familiar with and comply with the laws and regulations governing the practice of beauty culture. B. Every licensee and registrant shall: (1) Display a current and valid license in full view of the publ…

.02 Senior Cosmetologist License. A. A senior cosmetologist is responsible for the theory and practical training of apprentices and limited practice apprentices in the cosmetologist's salon. B. A senior cosmetologist license authorizes the licensee to practice all aspects of beau…

.03 Cosmetologist License. A cosmetologist license authorizes the licensee to practice all aspects of beauty culture.

.04 Esthetician License. A. An esthetician license authorizes the licensee to engage in providing esthetic services as defined in Business Occupations and Professions Article, §5-101(o), Annotated Code of Maryland. B. The term “massaging”, as used in Business Occupation and Profe…