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HB 1141

Baltimore County - Alcoholic Beverages - Change of Location

2025 Regular Session

HB 1141 streamlines the change-of-location process for Baltimore County alcoholic beverage license holders, reducing regulatory hurdles for business relocation while maintaining licensure.

Approved by the Governor - Chapter 193
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Bill Summary · HB 1141

Legislative bill overview

HB 1141 modifies the regulatory process for alcoholic beverage license holders in Baltimore County who wish to relocate their businesses to new locations. The bill streamlines the approval requirements for change-of-location applications, reducing bureaucratic barriers for existing license holders. This became law in April 2025 as Chapter 193.

Why is this important

For bar, restaurant, and liquor store owners in Baltimore County, this change directly affects their operational flexibility and ability to adapt to market conditions without losing their licenses. Streamlined relocation procedures can reduce costs and timelines, potentially encouraging business investment and allowing establishments to move to better locations while maintaining their licenses.

Potential points of contention

  • Zoning bypass concerns: Faster relocation approvals may circumvent local zoning board scrutiny, potentially placing establishments in neighborhoods without full community input
  • License value implications: Streamlined procedures could affect the secondary market value of licenses if transfers become easier, impacting existing license holders' assets
  • Enforcement gaps: Expedited processes may reduce oversight opportunities for alcohol regulators to verify compliance with local ordinances and public safety standards

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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