As a DW System Owner, can I exempt users on septic or holding tanks from paying the Bay Restoration Fee?
Yes. The law allows, subject to approval by the Maryland Department of the Environment, the billing authority may establish a program to exempt certain “residential” dwellings that demonstrate substantial financial hardship (see financial hardship exemption guidance). The law also exempts the following: County, Municipal Corporation, Bi-County or Multi-County Agency under Article 28 or 29 of the Code, Housing Authority under Article 44A of the Code, School Board, Community College, or any other Unit of the County or Municipal Corporation.
