# COMAR 09.12.52.05: COMAR 09.12.52.05. Variance from Regulations

> Maryland · Regulations · In force

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MD_COMAR_09_12_52_05

## Section

- **Citation:** COMAR 09.12.52.05
- **Heading:** COMAR 09.12.52.05. Variance from Regulations
- **Jurisdiction:** Maryland
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Code of Maryland Regulations / Title 09 MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF LABOR / Subtitle 12 DIVISION OF LABOR AND INDUSTRY / Chapter 52 Industrialized Buildings and Manufactured Homes / COMAR 09.12.52.05

## Text

The Department shall have the power to authorize variances from the regulations to permit specified alternative methods of construction which will fulfill the objectives of the Act. Requests for variances shall be in writing and shall be accompanied by the plans, specifications, and other information necessary for adequate evaluation. Before any variance is authorized, the local building officer having jurisdiction may be afforded an opportunity to present his views and recommendations.

## Nearby sections

- [COMAR 09.12.52.01 COMAR 09.12.52.01. Authority and Scope](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MD_COMAR_09_12_52_01.md)
- [COMAR 09.12.52.02 COMAR 09.12.52.02. Definitions](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MD_COMAR_09_12_52_02.md)
- [COMAR 09.12.52.03 COMAR 09.12.52.03. Enforcement Generally](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MD_COMAR_09_12_52_03.md)
- [COMAR 09.12.52.04 COMAR 09.12.52.04. Enforcement in Localities](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MD_COMAR_09_12_52_04.md)
- [COMAR 09.12.52.05 COMAR 09.12.52.05. Variance from Regulations](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MD_COMAR_09_12_52_05.md)
- [COMAR 09.12.52.06 COMAR 09.12.52.06. Requirements](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MD_COMAR_09_12_52_06.md)
- [COMAR 09.12.52.07 COMAR 09.12.52.07. Reference Standards](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MD_COMAR_09_12_52_07.md)
- [COMAR 09.12.52.08 COMAR 09.12.52.08. Energy Conservation Standards](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MD_COMAR_09_12_52_08.md)
- [COMAR 09.12.52.09 COMAR 09.12.52.09. Application for Plan Approval by Manufacturers](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MD_COMAR_09_12_52_09.md)
- [COMAR 09.12.52.10 COMAR 09.12.52.10. Label](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MD_COMAR_09_12_52_10.md)
- [COMAR 09.12.52.11 COMAR 09.12.52.11. State Certification Insignias](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MD_COMAR_09_12_52_11.md)
- [COMAR 09.12.52.12 COMAR 09.12.52.12. Fees](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MD_COMAR_09_12_52_12.md)
- [COMAR 09.12.52.13 COMAR 09.12.52.13. Approval of Testing Facilities](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MD_COMAR_09_12_52_13.md)
- [COMAR 09.12.52.14 COMAR 09.12.52.14. Reciprocity with Other States](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MD_COMAR_09_12_52_14.md)

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