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* Warning: This is an unofficial, introductory copy of the bill.
The official copy considered by the City Council is the first reader copy.
Introductory*
City of Baltimore
Council Bill
Introduced by: Councilmember Schleifer
A Bill Entitled
An Ordinance concerning
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Building Code - Permit Exemption for Shed, Etc. Construction
For the purpose of adopting a provision of the International Building Code exempting certain one story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses and similar uses from construction permitting requirements; and conforming related provisions.
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By repealing and re-ordaining, with amendments
Article - Building, Fire, and Related Codes
Section(s) 2-103 (IBC § 105.2)
Baltimore City Revised Code
(2018 Edition)
Section 1. Be it ordained by the Mayor and City Council of Baltimore, That the Laws of Baltimore City read as follows:
Baltimore City Revised Code
Article - Building, Fire, and Related Codes
Part II. International Building Code
§ 2-103. City modifications.
The additions, deletions, amendments, and other modifications adopted by the City are as follows:
105.2 Work exempt from permit. An exemption from the permit requirements of this Code does not authorize any work to be done in a manner that violates a provision of this Code or of any other law. Permits are not required for the following:
Building:
[1. to 4. {Not Adopted}]
1. {As in IBC}
Drafter’s note: By adopting this IBC provision, the City would be exempting work on “[o]ne story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses and similar uses, provided that the floor area is not greater than 120 square feet (11 m2)” from permitting requirements.
2 to 4. {Not Adopted}
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Section 3. And be it further ordained, That this Ordinance takes effect on the 30th day after the date it is enacted.