City of Baltimore
Baltimore City Code

§ 3-20. Temporary structures or storage.

(a) "Temporary structure" defined.

In this section, "temporary structure" a structure erected, installed, and used for a period not to exceed 180 days.

(b) Application for permit.

In addition to the requirements of § 4-2 {"Development Permits: Applications"} of this Division I, an application for the placement or erection of a temporary structure or for the temporary storage of any goods, materials, or equipment must specify the duration of the temporary use.

(c) Structures.

The temporary structure:

(1) must be designed and constructed to prevent flotation, collapse, or lateral movement resulting from hydrodynamic loads and hydrostatic loads during conditions of a base flood;

(2) must have electric service installed in compliance with the Baltimore City electric code;

(3) must comply with all other requirements of the applicable State and City permit authorities; and

(4) if in a Floodway, all necessary Federal and State permits must be obtained.

(d) Storage.

Storage in a temporary structure may not include any hazardous materials.