Planning Commission, April 2, 2026
Approves Rezoning 205-209 E Cold Spring Ln for Loyola University, unanimous (8-0)
What happened
The Baltimore Planning Commission approved a citywide ban on private detention centers (Bill 26-0157) and amendments to building height measurement methodology for gambrel roofs (Bill 26-0153).
- Jurisdiction
- Baltimore, MD
- Governing body
- Final authority
- Date
- April 2, 2026
- Decisions
- 7 zoning decisions
- Outcome
- Approved, unanimous (8-0)
Projects in this meeting (4)
Each is its own project; some span multiple hearingsPUD 135 Chime School and Sanitary Sewer Franchise
Recommended2441 W Baltimore St
Awaiting final voteLoyola University
Recommended 8-0Major Subdivision - Reservoir Square Parcel C
Recommended 7-0Free sample: decision 1 of 7
Citywide Ban on Private Detention Centers
City Council Bill 26-0157 prohibits private detention centers citywide by adding them to the list of prohibited uses in Section 1-209 of the zoning code and adding a definition excluding them from government facility and residential care facility classifications. Sponsored by Council President Zeke Cohen and Council members Ramos, Parker, and Gray.
The other decisions are listed below by title. The full write-up, verbatim conditions, and the audio at each vote are in Pro.
Meeting Summary
The Baltimore Planning Commission approved a citywide ban on private detention centers (Bill 26-0157) and amendments to building height measurement methodology for gambrel roofs (Bill 26-0153).
Key Decisions (7)
Citywide Ban on Private Detention Centers
Building Height Measurement for Gambrel Roofs
Major Subdivision - Reservoir Square Parcel C
Rezoning 205-209 E Cold Spring Ln for Loyola University
Rezoning 2441 W Baltimore St
CIP Transfers
Consent Agenda - PUD 135 Chime School and Sanitary Sewer Franchise
Development Activity (2)
Reservoir Square Parcel C
Residential
Loyola University Parking Lot
Other
Market Signals (4)
Housing Demand
Reservoir Square development continuing with final residential phase of 52…
Sentiment
City taking proactive stance against private detention facilities, with council…
Infrastructure
City invested significantly in Guilford Reservoir landscaping improvements, creating pressure…
Other
DHCD and Planning Department exploring strategic alignment and potential combination…
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