Bureau of Permits and Inspections

The Bureau of Permits and Inspections enforces the Carroll County building Code, Chapter 97 of the Code of Public Local Laws and Ordinances of Carroll County, which includes building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, handicapped and fire codes. The Bureau processes all applications and inspects all phases of construction. The Bureau assigns addresses to new structures using the County Grid System. The Bureau issues electrical, plumbing, gas fitters and utility contractor licenses. Staff reviews site and subdivision plans for compliance.

The Site Inspector inspects site for compliance with approved site plans and for compliance with the Maryland State Building Code for handicapped accessibility.

The Bureau enforces the Carroll County Minimum Livability Code, Chapter 141 of the Code of Public Local Laws and Ordinances of Carroll County, which governs building standards for residential rental housing.

The Bureau also interprets and enforces Chapter 102 of the Code of Public Local Laws and Ordinances of Carroll County, which governs the impact fee.

The Carroll County Bureau of Permits and Inspections is open to visitors from 8:00 A.M. until 5:00 P.M. each weekday. For general information about permits stop by during our business hours, or call us at 410-386-2674 in the county, or 1-888-302-8978, ext. 2674 from the Baltimore area. Your application for a permit, zoning certificate, or grading permit will be accepted from 8:00 A.M. until 4:30 P.M.

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