City Building Permits

Town of Delmar (Maryland Portion), MD - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Maryland Wicomico County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Delmar is a unique bi-state municipality straddling the Maryland-Delaware border. The Maryland portion lies in Wicomico County. The Town of Delmar operates its own Planning and Zoning Department and Code Enforcement Office for both the Maryland and Delaware sides. Building permits for the Maryland portion are issued by the Town of Delmar's Code Enforcement Officer. Commercial permits require a separate plan submission to the Wicomico County Fire Marshal's Office at 125 N. Division Street, Room 201, Salisbury, MD. Delaware permit requirements apply separately to the Delaware side.

Department
Town of Delmar Planning and Zoning Department / Code Enforcement Office
Address
100 S. Pennsylvania Avenue, Delmar, MD 21875
Phone
410-896-2777
Website
https://www.townofdelmar.us/departments/planning-zoning.htm

Online Permit Portal

Open Town of Delmar Planning and Zoning

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

Application Process

  1. Contact the Town of Delmar Planning and Zoning Department (410-896-2777) to determine permit requirements for the project.
  2. For commercial new construction and additions, prepare three sets of signed and sealed plans (including MEP drawings) fully detailed to meet the standards of the International Building Code.
  3. Obtain an approved site plan at the time of commercial plan submittal.
  4. Submit one set of commercial plans to the Wicomico County Fire Marshal's Office (Room 201, 125 N. Division Street, Salisbury, MD) as required.
  5. Submit the permit application to the Town of Delmar Planning and Zoning Department and pay the plan review fee at the time of submission.
  6. Await plan review. Respond to any comments or correction requests.
  7. Pay the building permit fee at the time of or prior to permit issuance.
  8. After permit issuance, proceed with work and schedule required inspections.
  9. Final inspection is made after all work required by the building permit is completed.

Typical processing time: Not published; contact the town at 410-896-2777.

Source: Town of Delmar Planning and Zoning Department / Code Enforcement Office

General Requirements

A building permit is required for all new construction, additions, alterations, and related work within Delmar town limits. Commercial construction requires signed and sealed plans from licensed design professionals.

Required Documents

  • Completed building permit application
  • Site plan
  • For commercial projects, three sets of signed/sealed plans including architectural, structural, MEP
  • Fire marshal review set
Permit validity
Not explicitly published for all permit types; consistent with Maryland state code (construction must begin within a reasonable period after issuance). Contact the town for specific expiration rules.
Building code
2021 IBC, 2021 IRC, and applicable Maryland state-adopted codes per MBPS mandate. Commercial construction must 'meet the standards of the International Building Code' per the town's commercial permit application.
Owner-builder
Not explicitly published; contact the town.
Contractor requirements
Maryland MHIC license required for home improvement contractors. Trade work must comply with Maryland state licensing requirements. Delaware licensing may also be relevant for contractors working on the Delaware side.

Fees

Plan check fee
Plan review fee paid at time of submission
Permit fee formula
Plan review fee paid at time of submission; building permit fee paid at or prior to issuance.
Payment note
Separate payments for plan review (at submission) and permit (at or before issuance). Payments made to the Town of Delmar for Maryland-side permits.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Town of Delmar Planning and Zoning Department / Code Enforcement Office to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • 410-896-2777 (phone)
Inspection hours
Standard town business hours; confirm with the town.

Typical inspection sequence: Final inspection is required after all permitted work is complete. Intermediate inspections may be required; confirm at time of permit issuance.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Town of Delmar Planning and Zoning Department / Code Enforcement Office before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Delmar (Maryland Portion) Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Delmar (Maryland Portion), MD?
A building permit is required for all new construction, additions, alterations, and related work within Delmar town limits. Commercial construction requires signed and sealed plans from licensed design professionals.
How much does a building permit cost in Town of Delmar (Maryland Portion), MD?
Fees are calculated as: Plan review fee paid at time of submission; building permit fee paid at or prior to issuance.. Plan check fee: Plan review fee paid at time of submission.
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Delmar (Maryland Portion), MD?
1. Contact the Town of Delmar Planning and Zoning Department (410-896-2777) to determine permit requirements for the project. 2. For commercial new construction and additions, prepare three sets of signed and sealed plans (including MEP drawings) fully detailed to meet the standards of the International Building Code. 3. Obtain an approved site plan at the time of commercial plan submittal. 4. Submit one set of commercial plans to the Wicomico County Fire Marshal's Office (Room 201, 125 N. Division Street, Salisbury, MD) as required. 5. Submit the permit application to the Town of Delmar Planning and Zoning Department and pay the plan review fee at the time of submission. 6. Await plan review. Respond to any comments or correction requests. 7. Pay the building permit fee at the time of or prior to permit issuance. 8. After permit issuance, proceed with work and schedule required inspections. 9. Final inspection is made after all work required by the building permit is completed.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Town of Delmar (Maryland Portion), MD?
Typical processing time is Not published; contact the town at 410-896-2777..
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Delmar (Maryland Portion), MD?
Inspections can be scheduled via: 410-896-2777.

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