§ 9-401

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§9–401.

(a)In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.

(1)“High–rise building” means a building for human occupancy that is:

(i)four or more stories above grade level; or

(ii)over 45 feet in height.

(2)“High–rise building” does not include:

(i)a structure or building used exclusively for open air parking; or

(ii)a building used exclusively for agricultural purposes.

(c)“Local fire department” means a career or volunteer fire department.

(d)“Mobility impaired” means unable to carry objects or to move or travel without the use of an assistive device or service animal.

(e)“Public way” means a paved thoroughfare over 21 feet in width that:

(1)is located on privately owned and privately maintained property but is designated for public use; or

(2)is publicly owned and publicly maintained.