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Introductory*
City of Baltimore
Council Bill
Introduced by: Councilmember Burnett
A Bill Entitled
An Ordinance concerning
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Rental Dwellings - Mold Inspection and Remediation
For the purpose of requiring a rental dwelling to be inspected for mold prior to the issuance or renewal of a certain license; defining certain terms; providing for a special effective date; establishing certain penalties; and generally relating to rental dwellings and mold inspection and remediation.
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By repealing and re-ordaining, with amendments
Article 1 - Mayor, City Council, and Municipal Agencies
Sections 40-14(e)(1)
Baltimore City Code
(Edition 2000)
By repealing and re-ordaining, with amendments
Article 13 - Housing and Urban Renewal
Sections 5-1 and 5-6
Baltimore City Code
(Edition 2000)
By adding
Article 13 - Housing and Urban Renewal
Sections 5-10
Baltimore City Code
(Edition 2000)
Section 1. Be it ordained by the Mayor and City Council of Baltimore, That the Laws of Baltimore City read as follows:
Baltimore City Code
Article 13. Housing and Urban Renewal
Subtitle 5. Licensing of Rental Dwellings
§ 5-1. Definitions.
(a) In general.
In this subtitle, the following terms have the meanings indicated.
(b) Dampness.
“Dampness” means abnormal moisture in the interior of a rental dwelling, including:
(1) excessive humidity levels;
(2) lingering condensation;
(3) leaking li...
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