# 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.

## § 5-701 Purpose.

Balt., Md., Code art. 32, § 5-701 (2026)

The purpose of this subtitle is to set out the requirements for obtaining a use permit.

*History: Ord. 16-581*

## § 5-702 Nature of permit.

Balt., Md., Code art. 32, § 5-702 (2026)

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*

## § 5-703 Authorization and issuance.

Balt., Md., Code art. 32, § 5-703 (2026)

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*

## § 5-704 When required.

Balt., Md., Code art. 32, § 5-704 (2026)

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*

## § 5-705 Procedure.

Balt., Md., Code art. 32, § 5-705 (2026)

The procedure for authorizing and obtaining a use permit is as determined by the Housing Commissioner.

*History: Ord. 16-581*

*History: Ord. 17-015*