(a) In addition to any other charges authorized under this division, the Commission may impose a system development charge that shall be paid by an applicant for new service. (b) The system development charge shall be paid as follows: (1) for residential properties: (i) 50% at the time the plumbing permit application is filed; and (ii) 50% within 12 months after the earlier of the date on which a plumbing permit application is filed or on transfer of title to the property; and (2) for other properties, 100% at the time the plumbing permit application is filed. (c) When the applicant files the plumbing permit application, the applicant shall deposit with the Commission security: (1) in the form of an irrevocable letter of credit; (2) in the form of a financial guaranty bond; or (3) in a form the Commission establishes and approves under its regulations.
Maryland Legal Code