# Subtitle 2 – Open-Space Zoning Districts

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

## § 7-201 Purpose of Open-Space Districts.

Balt., Md., Code art. 32, § 7-201 (2026)

(a) The purpose of the Open-Space (“OS”) Zoning District is to enhance the quality of life for City residents by permanently preserving public open space as an important public asset and critical environmental infrastructure.

(b) The regulations for this district are intended to:

  (1) protect and promote public and private open space;

  (2) provide public reflective, cultural, educational, and recreational opportunities;

  (3) enhance the urban environment;

  (4) provide pedestrian and bicycle transportation connections;

  (5) encourage neighborhood investment in and stewardship of natural green spaces and native flora and fauna;

  (6) protect and enhance natural resources, including forests, habitat, and water quality; and

  (7) ensure the environmental benefits of adequate light, air, and water in City neighborhoods.

(c) The Open-Space District applies to public and private open space properties and cemeteries.

*History: Ord. 16-581*

## § 7-202 Use regulations.

Balt., Md., Code art. 32, § 7-202 (2026)

Only those uses of land listed in<em> Table 7-202: Open-Space Districts – Permitted and Conditional Uses </em>are allowed within an Open-Space Zoning District.

*History: Ord. 16-581*

*History: Ord. 17-015*

## § 7-203 Bulk and yard regulations.

Balt., Md., Code art. 32, § 7-203 (2026)

(a) <em>Table 7-203: Open-Space Districts – Bulk and Yard Regulations</em> sets forth the applicable bulk and yard regulations for an Open-Space Zoning District.

(b)

  (1) Measurement methodologies are as set forth in Title 15, Subtitle 3 {“Measurement Methodologies”} of this Code.

  (2) Exceptions and requirements are as set forth in Title 15, Subtitle 4 {“Exceptions and Requirements”} of this Code.

*History: Ord. 16-581*

## § 7-204 Other applicable standards.

Balt., Md., Code art. 32, § 7-204 (2026)

(a) The Open-Space Zoning District is also subject to the standards identified in this section.

(b) Standards governing accessory structures and uses are as set forth in Title 15, Subtitle 5 {“Accessory Structures and Uses”} of this Code.

(c) On-site development standards are set forth in Title 15 {“Site Development Standards”} of this Code.

(d) Standards governing off-street parking and loading are as set forth in Title 16 {“Off-Street Parking and Loading”} of this Code.

(e) All landscaping and screening must comply with the requirements of the Baltimore City Landscape Manual.

(f) Sign standards are as set forth in Title 17 {“Signs”} of this Code.

(g) Standards governing temporary uses are as set forth in Title 14, Subtitle 4 {“Temporary-Use Standards”} of this Code.

*History: Ord. 16-581*

*History: Ord. 17-015*