Baltimore Small Business Ordinance Tracker
Broad business impact: business-license taxes, minimum wage, scheduling mandates, fee schedules affecting most businesses — tracked continuously in Baltimore, MD. CouncilRadar reads every published agenda so you hear about proposals before the council votes.
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Used tire dealers must obtain a new license, meet operational requirements, and pay a fee, directly affecting their ability to sell used tires.
high impactSmall Business
Changing the zoning of the three parcels to mixed‑use could permit a range of small businesses to locate there, affecting future licensing, fees, and regulatory requirements.
medium impactSmall Business
Renewing the York Corridor Business Improvement District will maintain existing BID assessments and services for businesses in the York Corridor area through 2031.
low impactSmall Business
All businesses would need to post mental‑health resource information, have designated employees distribute it and complete training, creating new compliance obligations.
medium impactSmall Business
The new rule lets the city close any premises deemed a public or neighborhood nuisance without a hearing, potentially affecting all businesses that could be targeted as nuisances.
high impactSmall Business
The city will set new dollar thresholds for contracts that must be advertised and approved, affecting all businesses that seek to bid on municipal contracts.
medium impactSmall Business
The establishment of the Crown Cork & Seal Development District creates a tax increment fund that redirects property tax revenues, directly affecting businesses in the district by changing their tax obligations and development conditions.
high impactSmall Business
Data center operators will need to obtain a conditional use permit and conduct a Health Equity Assessment, adding new zoning and regulatory requirements.
high impactSmall Business
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