Queen Anne's County

PLANNING & ZONING Department

Zoning & PERMITS DIVISION

The Zoning & Permits Division ensures the safety and compliance of building code requirements, permitting and inspecting construction, enforcing the zoning ordinance and the critical area ordinance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are codes important?

Codes protect the public’s health, safety, and welfare by reducing potential hazards. They keep construction cost down by providing uniformity in the industry and by providing consistent standards in construction. Finally, codes contribute to the well being of the community by preserving life and safety, as well as maintaining property value over time.

What work requires a permit?

All structural changes to a building, including additions, demolition, renovations and alterations require a permit. Plumbers and Electricians must have a Queen Anne's County license. Gas contractors must have a Queen Anne's County registration.

Is a permit required for a fence?

No, but you cannot block the view of traffic with the fence nor can you place a fence in the 100ft shore buffer.

Do I need a permit for a portable shed?

Yes, shed that are less than 200 square feet require a zoning certificate provided your property is not within a 100 year floodplain.

Where can I obtain an application for a building permit?

All application may be obtained at the Zoning Office located at 106 Coursevall Drive, Centreville or they can be downloaded.

Where do I go to schedule a building inspection in Queen Anne's County?

You may request an inspection by calling the Middle Department Inspection Agency at 410-822-8300 or 1-800-242-6342 from 8:00 am to 4:00 p.m. Inspection request can also be made by fax on the approved fax form 24-hour.

How do I find out about fire codes and inspections?

Queen Anne's County uses the Maryland State Fire Marshal office for fire code plan review and inspections. They are located at 315 Aurora Park Drive, Unit 2, Easton, Maryland 21601 or call 410-822-7609.

Permit Application Forms.

Building permit & Zoning Certificate

Fax request for inspection

Codes

2000 International Building Code
2000 International Residential Code
2000 State Plumbing Code
2000 International Mechanical Code
2002 National Electrical Code NFPA 70
2000 Life Safety Code NFPA 101
1999 National Gas Code NFPA 54

Contact Information

INSPECTIONS (building, electric, plumbing, gas)

MIDA Inspection Agency

8673 Commerce Drive, Unit 2

Easton, MD 21601

Hours of Operation: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Phone: 410-822-8300 or 1-800-242-6242 Fax: 410-820-4197

Zoning Office (permits & zoning information)

Queen Anne's County Planning & Zoning

160 Coursevall Drive

Centreville, MD 21617

Hours of Operation 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Phone: 410-758-4088 Fax: 410-758-3972

Additional Resources

Department of Public Works (county roads, storm water management, floodplain)

312 Safety Drive – Centreville, MD 21617 Phone:410-758-0920 Fax: 410-758-3341

Environmental Health (well & septic permits, foodservice & water test)

208 N. Commerce St – Centreville, MD 21617 Phone: 410-758-2281 Fax: 410-758-6602

Plumbing Board (plumbing permits & licenses, gas permits)

208 N. Commerce St. – Centreville, MD 21617 Phone: 410-758-1271 Fax 410-758-6602

Sanitary District (sewer allocations, public water & sewer connections)

310 Bateau Drive - Stevensville, MD 21666 Phone: 410-643-3535 Fax 410-643-7364

Electrical Board (electrical licenses)

160 Coursevall Drive – Centreville, MD 21617 Phone: 410-758-3133 Fax: 410-758- 8473

Maryland Department of labor, Licensing and Regulation

www.dllr.state.md.us

Smart Codes - links to the new Maryland Building Rehabilitation Code

www.dhcd.state.md.us/smartcodes/index.cfm