§ 42-3 Purpose.
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, § 42-3 (2026)
§ 42-3 Purpose.LinkCopy Citation
The purpose of the Department is:
(1)
to centralize the administration of City business licenses, permits, and practices specified in subsection § 42-9 {“Business practices under oversight of the Department – Listing”} of this subtitle;
(2)
to ensure compliance with City licensing requirements;
(3)
to ensure City businesses are properly licensed and operating in accordance with City law;
(4)
to investigate claims of unfair, abusive, or deceptive trade practices; and
(5)
to enforce business licensing and consumer protection provisions of the City Code.
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