Town of Kitzmiller, MD - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

Kitzmiller is one of Garrett County's eight incorporated municipalities. Like Deer Park, its exact local zoning structure is less clearly documented in the county's public-facing materials compared to the six towns with county-administered zoning ordinances. The county's subdivision regulations state that the Garrett County Subdivision Ordinance does not apply within the incorporated towns including Kitzmiller. Applicants should contact Kitzmiller Town Hall and the county Planning & Land Management Division before starting any project to confirm whether a local town approval is needed.

Department

Town of Kitzmiller (local governance); Garrett County Department of Planning & Land Management -- Permits & Inspections Division (building permits)

Address

Town Hall: 104 West Centre Street, Kitzmiller, MD 21538; County Permits: 203 South Fourth Street, Room 208, Oakland, MD 21550

Phone

Town Hall: 301-453-3449; County Permits: 301-334-7470

Online Permit Portal

Application Process

1. Contact Kitzmiller Town Hall (301-453-3449) and the Garrett County Planning & Land Management Division (301-334-1920) to determine whether any local town-level approval is required before starting a county building permit.
2. Complete any required town-level approvals.
3. Apply for the county building permit via Citizen Connect (residential) or through the Permits & Inspections Office (commercial).
4. Submit two sets of building plans and required supporting documents.
5. Pay county building permit fees.
6. Receive issued permits. Post the placard on site. Do not begin construction until all required permits are issued.
7. Schedule county building inspections via Citizen Connect or 301-334-7470.

Typical processing time: Not published as a single standard.

Source: Town of Kitzmiller (local governance); Garrett County Department of Planning & Land Management -- Permits & Inspections Division (building permits)

General Requirements

County building permit requirements are the same as Unincorporated Garrett County: new construction, additions, renovations, and accessory buildings over 240 square feet require a permit.

Required Documents

• Two sets of building plans
• Site plan showing property and street lines
• Associated agency forms as required

Permit validity

Construction must begin within one year of permit issuance or the permit becomes void. Also void for over one year of no construction activity.

Building code

2021 International Building Code (IBC), 2021 International Residential Code (IRC), and 2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) as adopted by Garrett County.

Owner-builder

A landowner may serve as their own general contractor subject to county requirements. All builders of new homes must be registered with the Maryland Home Builder Registration Unit (MHBR).

Contractor requirements

Properly licensed contractors are required. Maryland MHIC licensing applies to home improvement work. All new home builders must be registered with MHBR. Electrical, plumbing, and mechanical trade work is subject to Maryland state licensing.

Fees

Payment note

Any applicable local town fees: Contact Kitzmiller Town Hall at 301-453-3449. County building permit fees: Paid to Garrett County Permits & Inspections Division per the county fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

• Accessory structures 240 square feet and under do not require a county building permit

Inspections

How to Schedule

• Citizen Connect portal (online)
• 301-334-7470 (phone)

Scheduling deadline

Requests should be made in advance; allow at least 24 hours.

Inspection hours

Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Time windows

A specific inspection time cannot be set.

Typical inspection sequence: Same county inspection process.

Additional Resources

• Building code: 2021 International Building Code (IBC), 2021 International Residential Code (IRC), and 2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) as adopted by Garrett County.
• Verify contractor license: Maryland MHIC License Lookup
• Garrett County Municipalities Permits Page
• Maryland State Archives (Kitzmiller)
• License lookup guide: Maryland Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Maryland Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Maryland hub: Maryland Contractor License & Permit Hub

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Kitzmiller Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Kitzmiller, MD?

County building permit requirements are the same as Unincorporated Garrett County: new construction, additions, renovations, and accessory buildings over 240 square feet require a permit.

How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Kitzmiller, MD?

1. Contact Kitzmiller Town Hall (301-453-3449) and the Garrett County Planning & Land Management Division (301-334-1920) to determine whether any local town-level approval is required before starting a county building permit. 2. Complete any required town-level approvals. 3. Apply for the county building permit via Citizen Connect (residential) or through the Permits & Inspections Office (commercial). 4. Submit two sets of building plans and required supporting documents. 5. Pay county building permit fees. 6. Receive issued permits. Post the placard on site. Do not begin construction until all required permits are issued. 7. Schedule county building inspections via Citizen Connect or 301-334-7470.

How long does it take to get a building permit in Town of Kitzmiller, MD?

Typical processing time is Not published as a single standard..

What work is exempt from building permits in Town of Kitzmiller, MD?

The following work is generally exempt: Accessory structures 240 square feet and under do not require a county building permit.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Kitzmiller, MD?

Inspections can be scheduled via: Citizen Connect portal, 301-334-7470. Requests should be made in advance; allow at least 24 hours..

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