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§ 9-9 Decision on review.

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. 15, § 9-9 (2026)

§ 9-9 Decision on review.Copy Citation

(a)Director to decide.
Within 30 days after the timely filing of an appeal, the Director must notify the applicant in writing of his or her decision:
(1)
to affirm the denial of the license; or
(2)
to direct the Department to grant the license.
(b)Considerations.
In reviewing an application, the Director must consider:
(1)
all letters submitted in opposition to or support of the application;
(2)
any cause for denial that is specified in <cite data-doc="City of Balt., Md., Ord. 25-013" data-path="|15|§9-16">§ 9-16 {“Denial, suspension, or revocation”} of this subtitle</cite>;
(3)
the specific days and hours proposed for late-night operations;
(4)
the adequacy of an indoor and outdoor security plan, including any evaluation made by the Police Commissioner or his or her designee; and
(5)
the ability and willingness of the applicant to accept reasonable conditions on the license to protect the public health, safety, and welfare.
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