§ 9-401. Definitions

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

(b) High-rise building. --

   (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. -- "Local fire department" means a career or volunteer fire department.

(d) Mobility impaired. -- "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. -- "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.

HISTORY: An. Code 1957, art. 38A, § 49; 2003, ch. 5, § 2; 2011, ch. 596.