Non-Conforming Use Registration

1. The blue application form must be fully completed and signed with original signatures of all property owners of the subject property.  A printed name, address, home and work telephone numbers for the owner(s) must be included with the application. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
2. A copy of the latest deed must be provided. The deed is required to confirm the current ownership of the subject property. If the deed does not contain a metes and bounds description, then the applicant must provide a copy of the recorded subdivision plat or a signed and sealed survey of the property.
3. The names and mailing addresses of all property owners within 175 feet of the subject property lines in all directions, including across a road. This measurement includes all improved and unimproved property. This information may not be listed on the administrative site plan, but may be provided on the back of the application form. 
4. A location map that clearly shows the geographic location of the subject property in the County.
5. Two (2) copies of a detailed site plan at a scale no smaller than 1"= 40' showing the property in question.  This plan must include all existing improvements, their dimensions and setbacks to all property lines.  It must also indicate the height and floor area of each structure and facility located on the property. Site plans larger than nine (9) inches by fifteen (15) inches must be folded.
6. A detailed letter of explanation describing the uses on the property, the date when each use began, and the character and extent of each use.  Be sure to list the area in square feet of all structures and all land activities, such as outdoor storage and parking.
7. Enclose all evidence to support the application.  This evidence may include sales receipts, bills, rental leases, licenses, building permits and certificates of occupancy.  Other records or affidavits that support continuous operation of the use(s) since inception should also be included in your packet. The affidavits will be utilized as supporting evidence but will not be accepted as the sole source of evidence to approve the application.
8. Enclose the historic tax assessment records and worksheets for the subject property. You may secure these documents from the Maryland State Department of Assessments and Taxation at 45 Calvert Street, Annapolis, Md. 21401
9. A filing fee of $250.00 is required plus an additional fee of $35.00 for each sign that must be posted on the property. For sites with frontage on more than one road or on the water, additional signs are required for each road frontage and the waterfront. All checks must be made payable to Anne Arundel County.

It is the responsibility of the applicant to post the required sign(s) on the property for which a Nonconforming Use is being requested. The sign(s) is provided by the Zoning Division (3^rd floor) of the Office of Planning and Zoning. It must be posted on the property for at least fourteen (14) days.

Any questions regarding this process can be directed to (410) 222-7437.