Overview
- The ordinance passed Monday and now goes to Mayor Brandon Scott for consideration.
- It authorizes emergency responders to establish restricted perimeters and bar unauthorized people, including restoration crews and contractors.
- Violations can draw fines up to $500 and potential jail time, according to the bill language reported by WBAL.
- The push followed the 2024 Keswick Road blaze that killed two people and damaged 10 rowhomes, where residents described being approached by companies during the crisis.
- Platinum Emergency Services was present at the meeting and declined to comment after the vote, and Councilwoman Odette Ramos expects state lawmakers to consider a similar measure in 2026.