Residential Accessory Structure

An accessory structure is a structure which is on the same parcel of property as a principal structure and the use of which is incidental to the use of the principal structure. Residential accessory structures such as a detached garage/carport, shed, pool or gazebo may require a building permit.

Residential Accessory Structure
Please Note: If you are applying online using the Land Use Navigator system, you will enter application information online for the selected permit. Any additional applications, worksheets, or plans required will need to be uploaded to the system as attachments and can be downloaded below. Certain documents listed below may not be required for every project.
If you are submitting in person or by mail and have plans that exceed 11x17 inches, refer to the list of copies required.
Building Permit Application
A Residential Accessory Structure is considered a Building Permit. If you are submitting in person or by mail, please download the application below. If submitting using the Land Use Navigator, you will enter application information online.
Construction Plans
Construction plans must be drawn to a recognized architectural scale and show the dimensions, type of materials to be used and depict how the structure will be constructed.
Critical Area Worksheet
Residential Pier Permit Submission Checklist
Only required for Residential Piers
Site Plan
Site Plans must be drawn to an engineered scale and show the location, configuration and dimensions of proposed work. Easements, property lines, rights of way and location of a grinder pump, private well and septic systems must be clearly marked and labeled on the site plan.
Standard Grading Plan Application

The fee for a Building Permit is based on the estimated value of the work. 

Building Permit Fee Schedule

Apply Online

To apply online, access the Land Use Navigator system: 

Land Use Navigator

If you are a first time user of the Land Use Navigator system, access the Help Site to get started

Apply In Person

Customers may apply in person at the Permit Center. Staff will assist you with submitting your application using the Land Use Navigator system at a kiosk. Please bring any plans that may be required.

Apply By Mail

Customers can mail completed applications and other submittal requirements to: 

2664 Riva Road, MS 6201
Attention: Permit Center
Annapolis, Maryland 21401

To check on the status of your permit, access the Land Use Navigator system:

Land Use Navigator

If you are a first time user of the Land Use Navigator system, access the Help Site to get started

For questions about your permit status, call (410)222-7730.

To schedule an inspection, access the Land Use Navigator system:

Land Use Navigator

If you are a first time user of the Land Use Navigator system, access the Help Site to get started

For questions about your scheduling your inspection, call (410)222-4432.

To check on the result of your inspection, access the Land Use Navigator system:

Land Use Navigator

If you are a first time user of the Land Use Navigator system, access the Help Site to get started

For questions about your inspection status, call (410)222-4432.