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 Queen Anne's County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Millington is an incorporated town (incorporated 1890) that straddles Queen Anne's County and Kent County on the Chester River. For properties on the Queen Anne's County side, the Queen Anne's County permitting office may also be involved. For properties on the Kent County side, the Kent County Building Inspections office may be involved. Confirm with the town office which county's processes apply to the specific parcel.

Department
Town of Millington -- Town Office
Address
402 Cypress Street, Millington, MD 21651
Phone
(410) 928-3880
Website
https://millingtonmd.us/

Online Permit Portal

Open Town of Millington Planning Commission Page

Platform: Paper-based • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

  1. Confirm the property location and which county side of town it is in (Queen Anne's or Kent).
  2. Contact the town office at (410) 928-3880 to obtain current application forms and process guidance.
  3. For parcels in the Queen Anne's County portion: The Queen Anne's County Zoning Administrator must be informed and a building permit must be obtained before Planning and Zoning Commission approval is issued.
  4. For parcels in the Kent County portion: Kent County building inspections office (Chester River area) may have separate requirements.
  5. Prepare required plans and documents, submit to town, and coordinate with the applicable county as directed.
  6. Schedule inspections through MDIA at 410-822-8300.
  7. Obtain Certificate of Occupancy after all required inspections are complete.

Typical processing time: Not published; contact the town office.

Source: Town of Millington -- Town Office

General Requirements

Per the Millington Zoning Ordinance (Chapter 80, most recently amended July 2025), a permit is required for construction, alteration, or demolition within town limits. The Planning Commission reviews new subdivisions and zoning amendments.

Required Documents

  • Permit application
  • Plans and documentation as specified by town office
  • Coordination with applicable county (Queen Anne's or Kent) may be required
Permit validity
Not confirmed; contact the town office.
Building code
Maryland State Building Code (2021 IBC, 2021 IRC, 2020 NEC and Maryland amendments).
Owner-builder
Not confirmed from public sources; contact the town office.
Contractor requirements
Maryland statewide MHIC and Home Builders license requirements apply.

Fees

Payment note
Not publicly available; contact town office at (410) 928-3880. Trade permit fees: paid to MDIA. County-level development impact fees may apply; confirm with the applicable county based on parcel location.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Town of Millington -- Town Office to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • MDIA at (410) 822-8300 (phone)
Scheduling deadline
Call at least 24 hours in advance.

Typical inspection sequence: Follows Maryland State Building Code requirements for the applicable work type.

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 Office before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Millington Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Millington, MD?
Per the Millington Zoning Ordinance (Chapter 80, most recently amended July 2025), a permit is required for construction, alteration, or demolition within town limits. The Planning Commission reviews new subdivisions and zoning amendments.
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Millington, MD?
1. Confirm the property location and which county side of town it is in (Queen Anne's or Kent). 2. Contact the town office at (410) 928-3880 to obtain current application forms and process guidance. 3. For parcels in the Queen Anne's County portion: The Queen Anne's County Zoning Administrator must be informed and a building permit must be obtained before Planning and Zoning Commission approval is issued. 4. For parcels in the Kent County portion: Kent County building inspections office (Chester River area) may have separate requirements. 5. Prepare required plans and documents, submit to town, and coordinate with the applicable county as directed. 6. Schedule inspections through MDIA at 410-822-8300. 7. Obtain Certificate of Occupancy after all required inspections are complete.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Town of Millington, MD?
Typical processing time is Not published; contact the town office..
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Millington, MD?
Inspections can be scheduled via: MDIA at (410) 822-8300. Call at least 24 hours in advance..

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