# § 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.

## § 24-1 Definitions.

Balt., Md., Code art. 1, § 24-1 (2026)

(a) 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 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*