Subtitle 23 – Bus Lanes and Stops
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. 31, § 23-1 (2026)
§ 23-1 Definitions.LinkCopy Citation
(a)In general.
In this subtitle, the following terms have the meanings indicated.
(b)Bus lane.
“Bus lane” means a portion of a City street designated primarily for the use of busses.
(c)Bus stop.
“Bus stop” means a portion of a City street adjacent to the edge of the street designated for the loading and unloading of passengers from busses.
(d)Director.
“Director” means the Director of Transportation.
History: Ord. 17-038
Balt., Md., Code art. 31, § 23-2 (2026)
§ 23-2 Rules and regulations.LinkCopy Citation
Subject to Title 4 {“Administrative Procedure Act – Regulations”} of the <cite data-path="|general">City General Provisions Article</cite>, the Director may adopt rules and regulations to implement this subtitle.
History: Ord. 17-038
History: Text Conformed 02/28/21
Balt., Md., Code art. 31, § 23-3 (2026)
§ 23-3 Designation of lanes and stops.LinkCopy Citation
The Director may designate bus lanes and bus stops on City streets<strong>.</strong>
History: Ord. 17-038
Balt., Md., Code art. 31, § 23-4 (2026)
§ 23-4 Markings.LinkCopy Citation
(a)On Street.
Bus lanes must be clearly marked on the street in accordance with the United States Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices or other nationally recognized standards<strong>.</strong>
(b)Signage.
The application and placement of signs marking bus lanes and bus stops must conform to the United States Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
History: Ord. 17-038
Balt., Md., Code art. 31, § 23-5 (2026)
§ 23-5 Parking restrictions.LinkCopy Citation
No motor vehicle may park or stand in an area designated and marked as a bus lane or a bus stop.
History: Ord. 17-038