Part I – Definitions; General Provisions
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 § 11-201 (2026)
§ 11-201 “Private outdoor pool” defined.LinkCopy Citation
In this subtitle, “private outdoor pool” means any swimming pool that :
(1)
is not a public swimming pool subject to Subtitle 3 {“Public Swimming Pools”} of this title; and
(2)
is not totally contained within a building and surrounded on all sides by the building’s walls.
History: Ord. 99-548
Balt., Md., Code § 11-202 (2026)
§ 11-202 Purpose.LinkCopy Citation
The purpose of this subtitle is to protect the inhabitants of the City, particularly children, from the hazards to life and safety inherent in unenclosed outdoor swimming pools.
History: Ord. 99-548
Balt., Md., Code § 11-203 (2026)
§ 11-203 Scope of subtitle.LinkCopy Citation
(a)In general.
This subtitle applies to all private outdoor pools in the City, whenever built.
(b)Subtitle sets minimum requirements.
This subtitle establishes minimum enclosure requirements only. All more stringent enclosure standards and other regulations imposed by the <cite data-path="|building-codes">Building, Fire, and Related Codes Article of Baltimore City</cite> must be complied with to the extent applicable.
History: Ord. 99-548
History: Ord. 13-093
Balt., Md., Code § 11-204 to 11-205 (2026)
§§ 11-204 to 11-205LinkCopy Citation
Reserved