Baltimore County - Alcoholic Beverages - Waiting Period After License Denial

HB 1145 establishes a 1-year waiting period before a new alcoholic beverage license application can be submitted for a location where a previous application was denied in Baltimore County. If a second denial occurs within a 2-year period for the same location, a 2-year waiting period applies before another license may be issued. The bill directly affects businesses or individuals seeking liquor licenses in Baltimore County who have experienced prior denials. Key provisions replace existing waiting period rules with these extended timelines, while exempting denials based on location suitability or applicant eligibility (as specified in Section 4-214(b)). The law takes effect July 1, 2025.