§ 5-407. Time limit for utilization of conditional use; Extensions.

(a) Exercise of approval required.

A conditional use and a conditional sign approval lapses and becomes void in 2 years from the date of its final order granting same unless, within that period:

(1) a use permit under this Code and an occupancy permit under the Baltimore City Building Code have been obtained for that use;

(2) the erection or alteration of a structure for that use has lawfully begun;

(3) the use has lawfully begun; or

(4) a building permit under this Code and any other applicable Codes has been obtained for the use or the sign, as the case may be.

(b) Extension by BMZA.

The Board of Municipal and Zoning Appeals may grant an extension of this period on written application and for good cause shown, without notice or hearing.