City of Baltimore
Baltimore City Code

§ 14-301.1. After-hours establishments.

(a) General considerations.

For an after-hours establishment, the Zoning Board must consider imposing conditions, as appropriate, concerning:

(1) days and hours of operation;

(2) use of amplification, noise levels, and need for noise proofing;

(3) limits on the size of the establishment or on the size, location, or configuration of any entertainment or dancing venue within the establishment;

(4) number of live entertainers;

(5) whether to place limits on the type of entertainment use;

(6) exterior lighting; and

(7) the establishment and maintenance of:

(i) a traffic and parking management plan; and

(ii) an indoor and outdoor security plan.

(b) Required findings and conditions.

The board must find, and require as a condition of approval, that the establishment cannot be entered from a tavern.