City Building Permits

Town of Millington, MD - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Town of Millington, Maryland. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Maryland Kent County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Millington is a small town straddling the Kent County / Queen Anne's County border (with portions in each county) on the Chester River. The Town issues its own building and zoning permits for all properties within incorporated Millington limits. Millington has a designated Critical Area totaling approximately 128.4 acres, with areas classified as Resource Conservation Area (RCA, 42.8 ac), Limited Development Area (LDA, 35.2 ac), and Intensely Developed Area (IDA, 50.3 ac). The Critical Area Overlay District (sections 80-32 through 80-49 of the Zoning Ordinance, Chapter 80) governs development near the Chester River and its tributaries. Note: Because Millington spans two counties, verify which county's ancillary requirements (sediment control, stormwater, Health Department) apply to a specific parcel address.

Department
Town of Millington -- Town Administrator / Zoning Authority
Address
402 Cypress Street, P.O. Box 330, Millington, MD 21651
Phone
(410) 928-3880
Website
https://millingtonmd.us/

Online Permit Portal

Open Town of Millington

Platform: In-Person Submission • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

  1. Contact the Millington Town Office at (410) 928-3880 to determine permit type and requirements for your project.
  2. Confirm whether the property is within the Critical Area Overlay District. If yes, determine the Critical Area classification (RCA, LDA, or IDA) for the parcel, as development standards vary by classification.
  3. If the project involves land disturbance: coordinate with Kent Conservation District (for Kent County parcels) or Queen Anne's County Soil Conservation District (for Queen Anne's County parcels) for sediment/stormwater plan approval before submitting building permit application.
  4. Obtain permit application form from the Town Office.
  5. Prepare required documents: completed application, construction plans, site plan, contractor license information, Critical Area documentation (if applicable).
  6. Submit in person at Town Office (402 Cypress Street).
  7. Pay applicable fees.
  8. Await review by Town Administrator and/or Planning Commission approval (Planning Commission is responsible for approval of all new subdivisions and zoning amendments).
  9. Address any corrections; resubmit if required.
  10. Permit issued; post on job site.
  11. Schedule and pass required inspections.
  12. Final inspection; Certificate of Occupancy issued.

Typical processing time: Not publicly stated. Contact (410) 928-3880.

Source: Town of Millington -- Town Administrator / Zoning Authority

General Requirements

Required for new construction, additions, alterations, and changes of use per Millington Zoning Ordinance, Chapter 80. Critical Area permits required for any development within the Critical Area Overlay District.

Required Documents

  • Completed permit application
  • Construction plans
  • Site plan showing property lines, Critical Area boundary (if applicable), setbacks, and proposed work
  • Contractor MHIC and trade license information
  • Critical Area documentation (for Critical Area Overlay District properties)
  • Stormwater/sediment control approval (for land disturbance projects)
Permit validity
Not confirmed from public sources. Contact (410) 928-3880.
Building code
State-mandated 2021 IBC, 2021 IRC, and related codes with Maryland amendments. Millington Zoning Ordinance, Chapter 80, governs land use. Dual-county note: Building code administration for Millington may involve coordination between Kent County and Queen Anne's County; confirm with the Town which county's building department, if any, provides inspection services.
Owner-builder
Not detailed on Town website. Contact office to confirm.
Contractor requirements
MHIC license required for home improvement work. Trade licenses required per Maryland state law.

Fees

Permit fee formula
Not publicly posted. Contact Town Office at (410) 928-3880 or millington@millingtonmd.us for current fee schedule.
Payment note
In-person at Town Office; confirm accepted methods. Millington has very limited public-facing online permit data. All fee and process details must be confirmed directly with the Town.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Town of Millington -- Town Administrator / Zoning Authority to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • (410) 928-3880 (phone)
  • millington@millingtonmd.us (email)
Inspection hours
Contact office for current hours

Typical inspection sequence: Standard Maryland residential inspection sequence applies. Confirm at permit issuance. Dual-county note: Confirm with the Town whether building inspections are performed by Town staff, Kent County, Queen Anne's County, or a contracted inspector, given Millington's straddle position across the two counties.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Town of Millington -- Town Administrator / Zoning Authority before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Millington Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Millington, MD?
Required for new construction, additions, alterations, and changes of use per Millington Zoning Ordinance, Chapter 80. Critical Area permits required for any development within the Critical Area Overlay District.
How much does a building permit cost in Town of Millington, MD?
Fees are calculated as: Not publicly posted. Contact Town Office at (410) 928-3880 or millington@millingtonmd.us for current fee schedule..
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Millington, MD?
1. Contact the Millington Town Office at (410) 928-3880 to determine permit type and requirements for your project. 2. Confirm whether the property is within the Critical Area Overlay District. If yes, determine the Critical Area classification (RCA, LDA, or IDA) for the parcel, as development standards vary by classification. 3. If the project involves land disturbance: coordinate with Kent Conservation District (for Kent County parcels) or Queen Anne's County Soil Conservation District (for Queen Anne's County parcels) for sediment/stormwater plan approval before submitting building permit application. 4. Obtain permit application form from the Town Office. 5. Prepare required documents: completed application, construction plans, site plan, contractor license information, Critical Area documentation (if applicable). 6. Submit in person at Town Office (402 Cypress Street). 7. Pay applicable fees. 8. Await review by Town Administrator and/or Planning Commission approval (Planning Commission is responsible for approval of all new subdivisions and zoning amendments). 9. Address any corrections; resubmit if required. 10. Permit issued; post on job site. 11. Schedule and pass required inspections. 12. Final inspection; Certificate of Occupancy issued.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Town of Millington, MD?
Typical processing time is Not publicly stated. Contact (410) 928-3880..
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Millington, MD?
Inspections can be scheduled via: (410) 928-3880, millington@millingtonmd.us.

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