§ 24-1 Definitions.
Current through 2026-07-17. Source: City of Balt., Md., Ord. 26-129. Published by the Baltimore City Department of Legislative Reference.
Balt., Md., Code art. 1, § 24-1 (2026)
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(a)Homeless.
A person shall be considered homeless if:
(1)
the person has no present possessory interest in a living accommodation and lacks the means necessary to obtain such interest; or
(2)
the person has a possessory interest in a living accommodation but:
(i)
the person is unable to secure entry to that accommodation; or
(ii)
occupation of the accommodation would likely lead to violence from another occupant.
(b)Adequate shelter.
Adequate shelter is that which to a reasonable degree maintains, protects, and supports human health, is accessible, safe, and sanitary, and has an atmosphere of reasonable dignity.
History: Ord. 94-327