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Baltimore City Code div. Building Codes, pt. VII, ch. 1
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Baltimore City Code, Building Codes, Part VII, Section 101 General

Section 101. General 101.1 Title. The regulations contained in this Code constitute and are known as the “Baltimore City Property Maintenance Code”. 101.1.1 References to “this Code”. Throughout this Part VII, all references to “this Code” refer to the Baltimore City Property Maintenance Code. 101.2 to 101.4 {As in IPMC}

Baltimore City Code, Building Codes, Part VII, Section 102 Applicability

Section 102. Applicability 102.1 General. {As in IPMC} 102.2 Maintenance. Equipment, systems, devices, and safeguards required by this Code or by a previous regulation or code under which the structure or premises was constructed, altered, or repaired must be maintained in good working order. 102.2.1 Shut-off prohibited. No owner, operator, or occupant may cause any service, facility, equipment, or utility required under this section to be removed or shut off from or discontinued for any occupied dwelling, except for a temporary interruption necessary while repairs or alterations are in progress. 102.2.2 Code not override of fire and safety systems. The requirements of this Code are not intended to provide the basis for removal or abrogation of fire protection and safety systems and devices in existing structures. 102.2.3 Owner and operator responsible. Except as otherwise specified, each owner and each operator of a structure or premises is responsible for the maintenance of that structure or premises. 102.3 Application of other codes. All repairs, additions, or alterations to a structure and all changes of occupancy must be done in accordance with this Code and with the following codes and standards, as modified by Baltimore City: 1. the International Building Code (2021 Edition), 2. the National Electrical Code (2020 Edition), 3. the International Fuel Gas Code (2021 Edition), 4. the International Mechanical Code (2021 Edition), 5. the International Plumbing Code (2021 Edition), 6. the International Fire Code (2021 Edition), 7. the International Energy Conservation Code (2021 Edition), 8. the International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings (2021 Edition), 9. the International Green Construction Code (2021 Edition), 10. the International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (2021 Edition), and 11. the Zoning Code of Baltimore City. 102.4 Existing remedies. The provisions of this Code may not be construed to abolish or impair existing remedies of the City or its officers or agencies relating to: 1. enforcement of repair and maintenance standards, or 2. the removal or demolition of any structure that is dangerous, unsafe, and insanitary. 102.5 Workmanship. All repairs, maintenance work, alterations, or installations must be executed and installed in a workmanlike manner and installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s installation instructions. 102.6 Structural Analysis. {As in IPMC} 102.7 Historic buildings. {Not Adopted} 102.8 to 102.11 {As in IPMC} (Ord. 24-341 Section 1; Ord. 20-467.)

Baltimore City Code, Building Codes, Part VII, Section 103 Department of Property Maintenance Inspection

Section 103. Department of Property Maintenance Inspection 103.1 General. This Code is administered and enforced by the Department of Housing and Community Development and its Commissioner. Accordingly, in this Code: 1. “Department of Property Maintenance Inspection” or “Department” means the Department of Housing and Community Development, and 2. “Code Official” means the Building Official, as defined in § 202.2 of the Baltimore City Building Code. 103.2 Appointment. {Not Adopted} 103.3 Deputies. {Not Adopted} 103.4 Liability. {Not Adopted. See State Courts Article § 5-302} (Ord. 24-341 Section 1.)

Baltimore City Code, Building Codes, Part VII, Section 105 Duties and Powers of Code Official

Section 105. Duties and Powers of Code Official 105.1 General. {As in IPMC} 105.2 Inspections. The Code Official must make all of the required inspections or accept reports of inspection by approved agencies or individuals. All reports of these inspections must be in writing and signed by a responsible officer of the approved agency or by the responsible individual. The Code Official may engage any expert opinion that the Code Official considers necessary to report on unusual technical issues that arise. 105.3 Right of entry. The Code Official may enter any structure or premises at reasonable times to inspect, subject to constitutional restrictions on unreasonable searches and seizures. If entry is refused or not obtained, the Code Official may pursue recourse as provided by law, including § 104 {“... Powers of Building Official”} of the Baltimore City Building Code. 105.4 Identification. {As in IPMC} 105.5 Notices and orders. The Code Official may issue all notices or orders necessary to ensure compliance with this Code. 105.6 Department records. The Code Official must keep records of all of the Department’s business and activities specified in this Code. 105.7 Notice of abatement. When the recipient of a violation notice has abated the violation, the Code Official must issue a notice of abatement. (Ord. 24-341 Section 1.)

Baltimore City Code, Building Codes, Part VII, Section 106 Approval

Section 106. Approval 106.1 Modifications. {As in IPMC} 106.2 Alternative materials and methods. The provisions of this Code are not intended to prevent the installation of any material or to prohibit any method of construction not specifically prescribed by this Code, as long as that alternative has been approved. An alternative material or method of construction may be approved if the Code Official finds in writing that, for the purposes intended: 1. the proposed alternative is satisfactory and complies with the intent of this Code, and 2. the material, method, or work offered is at least the equivalent of that prescribed in this Code in quality, strength, effectiveness, fire resistance, durability, and safety. 106.3 Required testing. {As in IPMC} 106.4 Used material and equipment. {As in IPMC} 106.5 Approved materials and equipment. {As in IPMC} 106.6 Research reports. {As in IPMC} (Ord. 24-341 Section 1.)

Baltimore City Code, Building Codes, Part VII, Section 109 Violations

Section 109. Violations 109.1 Unlawful acts. It is unlawful for any person to be in conflict with or in violation of any provision of this Code or of any {rule,} regulation, permit, notice, or order issued under this Code. 109.2 Notice of violation. Except as otherwise specifically authorized by law, the Code Official must serve a notice of violation or an order before undertaking a prosecution or other enforcement action. 109.3 Prosecution of violation. Any person who violates a provision of this Code or who fails to comply with a notice of violation or an order served in accordance with § 110 {“Notices and Orders”} of this Chapter is guilty of a misdemeanor. If the violation is not abated or the notice or order not complied with, the Code Official may institute the appropriate proceeding at law or in equity to restrain, correct, or abate the violation or to require the removal or termination of the unlawful occupancy of the structure in violation of this Code or of the order or direction made under this Code. 109.4 Violation penalties. The penalties for a violation of this Code are as provided in § 114 {“Violations”} of the Baltimore City Building Code for a violation of that Code. 109.5 Remedies and enforcement. The imposition of penalties under this section does not preclude the institution of appropriate action: 1. to restrain, correct, or abate a violation, 2. to prevent illegal occupancy of a structure or premises, or 3. to stop an illegal act, conduct, business, or use of the structure or premises. 109.5.1 Building Code provisions. Additional remedies, civil penalties, and enforcement proceedings are as provided in § 114.3 {“Enforcement generally”} and § 114.5 {“Civil penalties and costs”} of the Baltimore City Building Code. (Ord. 24-341 Section 1.)

Baltimore City Code, Building Codes, Part VII, Section 110 Notices and Orders

Section 110. Notices and Orders 110.1 Notice to owner or person responsible. Whenever the Code Official determines or has grounds to believe that a violation of this Code has occurred, notice must be given to an owner or other person responsible for compliance with this Code. 110.2 Form of notice. Violation and condemnation notices must be in the form provided by § 123 {“Notices”} of the Baltimore City Building Code. 110.3 Service of notice. Violation and condemnation notices must be served as provided by § 123 {“Notices”} of the Baltimore City Building Code. 110.4 Unauthorized tampering. {Not Adopted} 110.5 Penalties. {Not Adopted. See IPMC § 106.4} 110.6 Transfer of ownership. {As provided in IBC § 114.23 {“Responsibility of transferee”}} 110.7 Responsibilities of owners, operators, and others. The responsibilities of owners, operators, and others are as follows: 1. Owners and operators: as provided in § 114.21 of the Baltimore City Building Code. 2. Officers, directors, trustees, partners, members, and agents of entities: as provided in § 114.24 of the Baltimore City Building Code. (Ord. 24-341 Section 1.)

Baltimore City Code, Building Codes, Part VII, Section 111 Unsafe Structures and Equipment

Section 111. Unsafe Structures and Equipment 111.1 General. Procedures for enforcement or other actions involving unsafe structures and equipment are as provided in the Baltimore City Building Code. 111.2 to 111.7 {Not Adopted} (Ord. 24-341 Section 1.)

Baltimore City Code, Building Codes, Part VII, Section 112 Emergency Measures

Section 112. Emergency Measures 112.1 General. Whenever necessary or appropriate, the Code Official may take emergency measures as provided in the Baltimore City Building Code. 112.2 to 112.6 {Not Adopted} (Ord. 24-341 Section 1.)

Baltimore City Code, Building Codes, Part VII, Section 113 Demolition

Section 113. Demolition 113.1 General. The Code Official may order the rehabilitation, stabilization, or demolition of structures found to be unsafe or unfit for human habitation or other authorized use as provided in the Baltimore City Building Code. 113.2 to 113.4 {Not Adopted} (Ord. 24-341 Section 1.)

Baltimore City Code, Building Codes, Part VII, Section 114 Administrative and Judicial Review

Section 114. Administrative and Judicial Review 114.1 General. A decision of the Code Official is subject to administrative and judicial review as provided in the Baltimore City Building Code. 114.2 to 114.8 {Not Adopted} (Ord. 24-341 Section 1.)

Baltimore City Code, Building Codes, Part VII, Section 115 Stop Work Order

Section 115. Stop Work Order 115.1 General. The issuance and enforcement of stop-work orders are as provided in § 115 {“Stop-Work Order”} of the Baltimore City Building Code. 115.2 to 115.4 {Not Adopted} (Ord. 24-341 Section 1.)
Source: City of Baltimore Department of Legislative Reference, City of Baltimore Law Library (codes.baltimorecity.gov; Open Law Library bulk XML)URL: https://codes.baltimorecity.gov/us/md/cities/baltimore/code/building-codes/VII/1Fetched: 10/25/2026

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