Inspections, Licenses and Permits - Howard County, Maryland 2026

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  2. Begin by selecting the application type: New, Renewal, Update Info, or Transfer Owner. Ensure you check only one box.
  3. Fill in the required rental property information including the physical address, unit number, city, state, and subdivision name.
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In Howard County, a permit is required if the fence exceeds 6 feet or is around a pool (which must meet specific height standards). Similar rules apply in Anne Arundel, Carroll, and Harford Counties, where fences over 6 feet or pool enclosures require a permit.
When do I need a building permit: Adding a room. Build, demolish, or move a carport, garage, or shed of more than 120 square feet and/or greater than 10 in height. Finish and attic, garage, or basement to make additional living space. Cut a new window or door opening, or widen existing openings.
Work without a permit is a misdemeanor and may be prosecuted at any time. It is punishable by up to one year in jail or a criminal fine up to $1,000.
Whats the Biggest Shed I can Have without Planning Permission in MD? In most Marylands counties and cities, you can have a shed up to 150 square feet in size without requiring planning permission. However, for sheds larger than 150 square feet, a building permit is necessary before starting any construction.
ONLY decks less than 25 square feet do not require footings or permits. All other decks require permits. Footings must be a minimum size 18 in diameter or 16 x 16 at least 30 deep.

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Howard County MD Building Permits The fee for a building permit in Howard County, MD is $0.18 per square foot for a residential single-family home, and $0.22 per square foot for multi-family buildings (a 10% technology fee is also included on all permits).

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