Subtitle 7 – Use Permits
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. 32, § 5-701 (2026)
§ 5-701 Purpose.LinkCopy Citation
The purpose of this subtitle is to set out the requirements for obtaining a use permit.
History: Ord. 16-581
Balt., Md., Code art. 32, § 5-702 (2026)
§ 5-702 Nature of permit.LinkCopy Citation
A use permit is a document issued for a structure or land that states that the use or occupancy of the structure or land:
(1)
complies with the provisions of this Code; and
(2)
is the authorized use for that structure or land.
History: Ord. 16-581
Balt., Md., Code art. 32, § 5-703 (2026)
§ 5-703 Authorization and issuance.LinkCopy Citation
A use permit for a structure or land is:
(1)
authorized by the Zoning Administrator; and
(2)
issued by the Housing Commissioner.
History: Ord. 16-581
History: Ord. 17-015
Balt., Md., Code art. 32, § 5-704 (2026)
§ 5-704 When required.LinkCopy Citation
A use permit is required before any person may:
(1)
occupy any newly-constructed structure or any addition to a previously-constructed structure;
(2)
use for any purpose any previously vacant land;
(3)
make any change in the authorized use of any land or structure; or
(4)
occupy any building that:
(i)
has been unoccupied for more than 1 year; or
(ii)
is subject to an outstanding vacant building notice.
History: Ord. 16-581
Balt., Md., Code art. 32, § 5-705 (2026)
§ 5-705 Procedure.LinkCopy Citation
The procedure for authorizing and obtaining a use permit is as determined by the Housing Commissioner.
History: Ord. 16-581
History: Ord. 17-015