The following press release was submitted by Fifth District Baltimore Councilman David Marks about his legislation that passed on Monday night
Baltimore County Councilman David Marks has passed legislation that incentivizes assisted living centers to be established in established commercial districts.
The bill passed the Baltimore County Council unanimously on July 7.
Assisted living centers are frequently located in residential communities where neighbors have expressed concerns about parking and an influx of traffic.
This legislation establishes standards under which older buildings in commercial revitalization districts can be repurposed to accommodate these facilities.
“More than 25 percent of Baltimore County’s population includes senior citizens,” Councilman Marks commented.
“Much of my focus has included building senior-restricted housing that accommodates this important group of residents. We should encourage assisted living to be constructed in established areas where there is good access to services.”
On the Eastside, there are commercial revitalization districts in places such as the Cowenton/Ebenezer area, Middle River, Rossville, and Perry Hall.
