# Regulation .10 Traffic Calming Devices

Current through 2026-01-20. Source: COBRA Register Volume 04, Issue 02. Published by the Baltimore City Department of Legislative Reference.

## Regulation .10 Traffic Calming Devices

Balt., Md., COBRA § 14.09.01.10 (2026)

A. Types and descriptions of traffic calming devices are available for review within the Design Guidance section of the Baltimore Complete Streets Manual.

B. Options for traffic calming devices include:

  (1) speed humps, speed tables, and speed cushions;

  (2) curb extensions, also known as bump-outs or bulb-outs;

  (3) rumble strips;

  (4) hardened centerline treatments;

  (5) raised crosswalks;

  (6) raised intersections;

  (7) chicanes;

  (8) mini-roundabouts, also known as neighborhood traffic circles;

  (9) traffic signal timing and operations;

  (10) vehicle access restrictions, such as median diverters;

  (11) traffic signal timing and operations;

  (12) reduction in travelway width;

  (13) reduction in number of through or travel lanes;

  (14) Slow Streets treatments;

  (15) any combination of these devices;

  (16) other available treatments or devices.