Building in the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Area

All new development must be located outside of the 100-foot Resource Protection Areas (RPA) buffer. Land development may only be allowed within the RPA if the project involves a water dependent facility, such as marinas or other boat docking structures, or shoreline erosion control structures. Flood control or stormwater management facilities may be located within the RPA only if certain conditions are satisfied.
  1. What if my property was subdivided prior to the Chesapeake Bay Preservation Act?
  2. What if I want to build an addition to an existing house in the Resource Protection Areas?
  3. Can I build an accessory structure in the Resource Protection Area?
  4. What about water dependent facilities?
  5. Can I remove vegetation in the Resource Protection Area?
  6. What is a Best Management Practice?
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