Building permits in Baltimore, MD
Permits for Baltimore are issued by Baltimore City, Dept. of Housing & Community Development (DHCD) — Permits. Applications go through the portal below.
Checked against the department's own page on 6 Sep 2026
Where to file
- Department
- Baltimore City, Dept. of Housing & Community Development (DHCD) — Permits
- Phone
- 443-984-1809
- Portal
- aca-prod.accela.com/Baltimore
Accela E-Permits. 417 E Fayette St. Inspections (QuickTrac) 443-984-2776.
What each job needs in Baltimore
Typical requirements and fee ranges. Fees scale with project valuation, so treat these as a starting point and confirm the number with Baltimore City before you quote.
| Project | Permits | Typical fee | Turnaround |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Remodel | Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical (HVAC) | $150–1,000+ (scaled to project valuation) | 10–15 business days |
| Addition | Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical (HVAC) | $150–1,000+ (scaled to project valuation) | 10–15 business days |
| New Construction | Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical (HVAC), Site / Grading | $500–3,000+ (scaled to valuation; plan review separate) | 10–15 business days |
| Electrical | Electrical | $50–250 | 3–5 business days |
| Plumbing | Plumbing | $50–200 | 3–5 business days |
| HVAC / Mechanical | Mechanical (HVAC) | $50–250 | 3–5 business days |
| Roofing | Roofing | $100–400 | 1–5 business days |
| Deck / Fence | Building | $150–1,000+ (scaled to project valuation) | 10–15 business days |
| Demolition | Demolition | $50–400 | 5–10 business days |
| Commercial Build-Out | Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical (HVAC), Fire / Life-Safety Review | $300–2,000+ (scaled to valuation; plan review separate) | 10–15 business days |
Licensing in Maryland
An MHIC contractor license is required for anyone performing home improvement (alteration, remodeling, repair, or replacement) on a residence; salespersons and subcontractors also need MHIC credentials.
Issued by Maryland Home Improvement Commission (MHIC) — Maryland Dept. of Labor · Verify a licence
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Department, portal and phone checked against the official page on 6 Sep 2026. Fee ranges and turnaround times are typical for this kind of work and are not quotes. Requirements change, so confirm with the department before you file. SQM.AI is not a law firm and this page is not legal advice.