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Splitting up a house in Baltimore city

M Marie M.
Rental Property Investor · Washington, DC · Member since 2015 · 278 posts · 156 votes

Please help me understand something.

If I wanted to make a house into a duplex in DC, it's a matter of making sure the basement (and it is typically a basement) is legal in height. It is not a big deal to split a house into 2 units. Making two condo units from one SFH, that's more involved, but possible.

But I get the sense that it is a PITA in Baltimore. Is it possible to divide a house into two units, just 2, not 3, in Baltimore City? What are all the parts?

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Russell BrazilBusiness Member
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@Ned Carey might have some insight.

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  • Tim T.
    Investor · Garrett Park, MD · Member since 2014 · 22 posts · 4 votes
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    I would recommend you start with Baltimore City Zoning. They can tell you what the current zoning is for the property and your prospects for getting it rezoned from SFH to multi-unit. I'm dealing with this very issue and it's my understanding the Appeals Board is not very "generous" when it comes to rezoning. Not that it can't be done, but it can be labor intensive-

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  • Ryan David
    Investor · Baltimore, MD · Member since 2015 · 11 posts · 9 votes
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    I'm currently looking to do the same with a house in Hampden. I'd be interested to hear how it works out!

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  • Russell BrazilBusiness Member
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    Real Estate Agent · Washington, D.C. · Member since 2012 · 17k+ posts · 30k+ votes
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    @Ned Carey might have some insight.

    [email protected]301-893-4635Podcast Guest on Show #192
    District Invest Group545 Reviews
    WebsiteView Page
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  • M Marie M.
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    Rental Property Investor · Washington, DC · Member since 2015 · 278 posts · 156 votes
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    @Ryan David I was just inquiring because I was looking at something that would need to be split. I did not get that deal and moved on.

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  • Ned CareyPro Member
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    Investor · Baltimore, MD · Member since 2008 · 17k+ posts · 13k+ votes
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    @Tim T. covered it well. It is tough to get denser zoning. They are particularly picky about parking.

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  • Josh Thomas
    Rental Property Investor · Fort Lauderdale, FL · Member since 2015 · 65 posts · 15 votes
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    FYI I was able to view Baltimore city zoning through this website: 

    http://cityview.baltimorecity.gov/

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