The main entrance to the Arundel Center on Calvert Street is closed for renovations. Please follow signs to the Northwest Street side of the building (to the left) and enter at the lower level. Security is on the lower level and will direct you.
The Anne Arundel County Government consists of Departments and Offices as well as Boards & Commissions. These entities work together to serve our Citizen's needs.
With almost 54,000 businesses, Anne Arundel County is a major hub of commerce and development. With a $35 billion economy, low taxes, a vast multi-modal transportation system, highly skilled workforce and excellent educational institutions, Anne Arundel County is the premier location to do business.
The Board renders final decisions on appeals related to zonings, licenses, permits, and executive, administrative and ajudicatory orders.
About
The Board of Appeals operates independently from both the legislative and executive branches. The County Council appoints the seven Board members to four-year terms coterminous with their own.
The Board renders final decisions on appeals related to zonings, licenses, permits, and executive, administrative and ajudicatory orders. Appellants of decisions who are not satisfied with the decision of the Board may subsequently pursue their case in Circuit Court.
The Board may choose to close a portion of a meeting as authorized by the General Provisions Article Section 3-305(b) of the Open Meetings Act.
Members of the Board of Appeals
Anthony Lamartina, Chairman
Richard Forgo, Vice Chairman
Patsy Baker Blackshear
John R. Fury
Mike Jacobs
Scott MacMullan
Maria K. Patterson
Staff
Deana L. Bussey, Clerk
Tracy L. McFadden, Assistant Clerk
Hours
8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday except holidays.
Anyone needing accommodations must contact the office at (410) 222-1119 or via Maryland Relay 7-1-1 at least 7 days in advance of the event.
All materials available in alternative formats upon request.
