New Permit Application Process
Effective December 1, 2025, all new permit applications (with the exception of apartment submissions and their associated trades) and revisions to existing paper applications will require online submission via the LUN System. For assistance with the LUN System, please view the LUN System Help. To determine the appropriate permit record type, or to ascertain if a permit is required, visit the "Do I Need A Permit" page. Should additional support be required, or to schedule an appointment to discuss an apartment project, please contact ipmailbox@aacounty.org.
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Do I need a permit?Find out if you need a permit is needed for work or repairs that you are planning
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Land Use NavigatorGetting Started with the Land Use Navigator
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Animal Related LicensesLearn about license requirements and how to obtain
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Special Events PermitApply for a permit for a procession of people, vehicles, and/or floats
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Animal Related LicensesAnimal Services is responsible for issuing licenses to pet owners as well as commercial entities.
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Auctioneer LicenseOne who receives compensation for conducting an auction sale
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Carnival LicenseCarnivals, bazaars, lawn-fete or similar fundraising events for no more than 12 days per year
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Circus LicenseAuthorizes the presentation of performances by people or animals
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Coin Operated Device LicenseVideo, pinball, or similar games
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Drag Race LicenseDrag races in a single location for no more than three days in each week for a calendar year
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Fire Protection System PermitsPermits are required for the installation or alteration of fire protection systems.
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Fundraising Events LicenseAuthorizes bingo, paddle wheels, big-six wheels, and wheels of fortune for charitable organizations
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Grading PermitsA grading permit or a Standard Grading Plan is required when a project involves ground disturbance. A grading permit is required if the proposed project fails to meet the limitations of a Standard Grading Plan.
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Huckster LicenseOne who moves about the county, or goes door to door offering various products for sale or trade
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Land Use NavigatorThe Land Use Navigator is a web based application that allows customers to access and obtain various Anne Arundel County services online.
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Liquid Waste Hauler LicenseEmptying or cleaning of any sewage disposal facility
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Liquor LicensesThe Board of License Commissioners is responsible for processing new liquor licenses as well as transfers and changes to existing licenses.
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Marriage LicensesInformation for obtaining a marriage license and certified copies.
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Massage Therapy Establishment LicenseAn establishment or premises occupied and used for the purpose of practicing massage therapy or massage therapy training
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Mobile Home Dealer LicenseAuthorizes the selling of mobile homes within the county
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Mobile Home Park LicenseOperating a property with more than one residential mobile home
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Mobile Home Space Permit LicenseOne mobile home on residential property if home was lawfully in use since April 1966
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Multiple Dwelling LicenseMaintaining and operating apartments, bed and breakfasts, hotels, motels, rooming houses and residences with two or more units
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Non Residential PermitsBuilding permits ensure minimum standards to safeguard life, health, property and the public welfare by regulating the design, construction, quality of materials and use of buildings and structures; and to protect the environment
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Non Trade LicensesNon Trade Licenses are issued for various types of entertainment activities and venues, multiple dwellings, short-term rentals and certain types of vendor activities.
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One-Day Liquor LicensesA one-day license allows non-profit organizations, clubs, associations, societies and groups of people to hold one-time events where alcoholic beverages are served and/or consumed.
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Pawnbroker LicenseOne who operates a Pawnbroker business
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Residential PermitsBuilding permits ensure minimum standards to safeguard life, health, property and the public welfare by regulating the design, construction, quality of materials and use of buildings and structures; and to protect the environment
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Right of Way PermittingHomeowners, Utilities, and their contractors may require a Right-of-Way permit to undertake certain repairs and construction.
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Roadside Vendor LicenseThose who offer products for sale at roadside stands or from mobile facilities parked along the roads
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Second Hand Dealer LicenseA person who commercially acquires and trades with the public in tangible personal property
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Septic System PermitsA Septic Installation Permit is required for the installation of any onsite sewage disposal system (both commercial and residential).
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Short Term Residential Rental LicenseShort term residential rental as defined by the County Code
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Special Event PermitProcession of people, vehicles, and/or floats
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Taxi Cab Operator LicenseThose who own or operate cabs for fares originating within the county
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Taxi Cab Vehicle Registration LicenseA license is required for any vehicle that is owned or operated and used as a taxi that picks up fares beginning in Anne Arundel County. This license is not required for personal rideshare services.
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Towing Company LicenseThose who own or operate tow equipment for nonconsensual towing and in response to police department requests
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Trade LicensesLicenses are issued for common trades such as plumbing, electrical, mechanical and others.
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Trade PermitsLicensed electricians, plumbers and mechanics may apply for permits.