# § 43-1 Definitions.

Current through 2026-07-17. Source: City of Balt., Md., Ord. 26-129. Published by the Baltimore City Department of Legislative Reference.

## § 43-1 Definitions.

Balt., Md., Code art. 15, § 43-1 (2026)

(a) In this title, the following terms have the meanings indicated.

(b) “Gender-inclusive signage” means a sign identifying a restroom that does not indicate a specific gender, such as “Restroom,” “Bathroom”, “Toilet”, or a  symbol indicating the restroom’s availability for use by any individual regardless of gender.

(c) “Place of public accommodation” has the meaning stated in <cite data-doc="Md. Code" data-path="gsg|20-301">State Government Article, § 20-301 </cite>{“‘Place of public accommodation’ defined”}.

(d)

  (1) “Public single-user restroom” means a single-occupancy restroom for public use with at least one water closet and with an outer door that can be locked by the occupant.

  (2) “Public single-user restroom” does not include:

    (i) any private restroom in a residence, apartment, hotel, or hospital; or

    (ii) a restroom only accessible from a private room or office.

*History: Ord. 19-265*