County Building Permits

Anne Arundel County, MD - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Building permit information for unincorporated Anne Arundel County and all incorporated cities. Find your jurisdiction's permit authority, application process, fees, and requirements.

Maryland Updated March 2026

Important: Anne Arundel County issues building permits only for properties in unincorporated areas of the county. If your property is inside an incorporated city, select your city below — that city's building department handles your permits, not the county.

Unincorporated Anne Arundel County

Permit authority
Anne Arundel County Department of Inspections and Permits
Online portal
Land Use Navigator (LUN)
Phone
410-222-7730
Address
Permit Center, 2664 Riva Road, Heritage Office Complex, Annapolis, MD 21401

Jurisdictions in Anne Arundel County

Select your jurisdiction for local permit authority, portal links, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Unincorporated Anne Arundel County Permit guide → Annapolis Permit guide → Crofton Permit guide → Glen Burnie Permit guide → Odenton Permit guide → Severna Park Permit guide →

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the relevant city or county department before applying.

Related Maryland Resources

License Requirements Verify your contractor's Maryland license → Contract Template Free homeowner-contractor agreement →

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Important: This page is an educational resource provided by jaspector.com. It is not legal advice, and it does not substitute for official guidance from the permit authorities listed above. Permit requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Always verify current requirements directly with the issuing department before beginning any construction project. Use of this page does not create an attorney-client relationship. Jaspector assumes no liability for any outcomes arising from reliance on this information.