City of Baltimore
Baltimore City Code

§ 7-301. Definitions.

(a) In general.

In this subtitle, the following terms have the meanings indicated.

(b) Floodplain.

"Floodplain" has the meaning stated in City Code Article 7 {"Natural Resources"}, § 1-2(v) {"Definitions: Floodplain"}.

(c) Floodplain maps.

"Floodplain maps" means the series of maps and profiles known as the Flood Insurance Rate Maps and Flood Insurance Study for the City of Baltimore, dated June 16, 2021, as prepared, revised, or amended from time to time for the Federal Emergency Management Agency, Flood Insurance Administrator in accordance with City Code Article 7, Division I {"Floodplain Management"}.

(d) Floodplain Overlay Zoning District; Floodplain District; Overlay District.

"Floodplain Overlay Zoning District", "Floodplain District", or "Overlay District" means all areas shown as floodplains on the floodplain maps.