Baltimore Municipal Zoning and Appeals Board (BMZA)



 

Board Information

Name Baltimore Municipal Zoning and Appeals Board (BMZA)
Function The Appeals Board hears and determines all zoning appeals, basing its decisions on what will promote the health, security, morals, and general welfare of the community. The board has these general goals: It prevents the overcrowding of land. Avoids undue concentration of population. Provides adequate light and air. Secures safety from fire, panic, and other dangers. Reduces congestion in the streets. Helps for adequate transportation, water, sewers, schools, parks, and other public services.
Composition Baltimore Municipal Zoning and Appeals Board (BMZA)
City Council Approval Yes
Legal Authority City Charter Article VII § 81 & Land Use Article, State of MD, 10-403
Liason/Executive Director Name Becky Witt 
Liason/Executive Director Phone 410-396-4301
Liason/Executive Director Email rebecca.witt@baltimorecity.gov

 

Membership

Position Member Name Term Started Term Expires Appointed By
Chair James Fields June 25, 2018 June 25, 2022 Mayor
Member Victor Clark June 26, 2023 June 26, 2027 Mayor
Member Leland Shelton February 7, 2022 February 7, 2026 Mayor
Member David Marcozzi December 4, 2023 December 4, 2027 Mayor
Member Liz Cornish December 4, 2023 December 4, 2027 Mayor
Member, Alternate Elizabeth Hafey July 1, 2023 July 1, 2027 Mayor
Member, Alternate Frank Bonaventure February 11, 2019 February 11, 2023 Mayor