City of Baltimore
Baltimore City Code

§ 2-107. Right of entry.

(a) In general.

The Commissioner may, at all reasonable times, enter any structure or premises within the City:

(1) whenever the Commissioner has reason to believe that a health hazard, nuisance, or violation of this article exists in or is emanating from that structure or premises;

(2) to inspect any property, facilities, equipment, operations, animals, records, or other things required or authorized by this article to be inspected; or

(3) otherwise as necessary or appropriate to enforce this article.

(b) Dwellings.

(1) "Dwelling" defined.

In this subsection, "dwelling" has the meaning stated in § 5-301(b) of this article.

(2) Governing procedures.

The entry and inspection of a dwelling must be made in accordance with § 104.6 {"Right of entry"} of the Baltimore City Building Code.

(3) Search warrant.

A search warrant must be obtained in accordance with § 104.6 {"Right of entry"} of the Baltimore City Building Code, except as otherwise specified in that section.