§ 22-2. Show cause order.

(a) In general.

Any person who causes or contributes to a violation of Subtitles 2 through 11 or of §§ 1-4, 21-1, or 21-5(d) of this article or order issued hereunder, may be ordered by the Director to show cause why a proposed enforcement action should not be taken.

(b) Service of notice.

A written notice shall be served on the user specifying:

(1) the time and place of a hearing;

(2) the reason why the action is to be taken; and

(3) the proposed enforcement action.

(c) Permitted enforcement actions.

The Director may propose any enforcement action reasonably necessary to abate the violation.

(d) Decision and action on hearing.

(1) Based upon the evidence presented at the hearing, the Director shall determine the appropriate enforcement actions, if any, which should be taken.

(2) Immediate enforcement action may be pursued whether or not a duly notified user appears.