Plain Text Law

Part III – Commercial Noise

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 § 9-312 (2026)

§ 9-312 Loudspeakers, etc.Copy Citation

(a)In general.
No commercial enterprise may broadcast over a loudspeaker or other device so that the sound can be heard more than 100 feet from the boundaries of the building or property where the device is located or, if the device is in a vehicle, more than 100 feet from that vehicle.
(b)Presumption.
The owner, manager, operator, or other person in charge of the building, premises, or vehicle from which the sound emanates is presumed to be responsible in the absence of evidence to the contrary.
History: Ord. 99-548
Balt., Md., Code § 9-313 (2026)

§ 9-313 Outcrying.Copy Citation

(a)Restricted hours.
Except as specified in subsection (b) of this section, no person may sell anything by outcry between 10 p.m. and 8 a.m.
(b)Sporting events, etc.
This section does not apply to the sale of merchandise, food, or beverages at licensed sporting events, parades, fairs, circuses, and similar, licensed entertainment events.
History: Ord. 99-548
Balt., Md., Code § 9-314 to 9-315 (2026)

§§ 9-314 to 9-315Copy Citation

Reserved