Permits

The Department of Inspections and Permits is responsible for the timely processing and issuance of permits for residents and businesses located in Anne Arundel County, ensuring efficient and compliant development and construction within the community.

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". Should additional support be required, or to schedule an appointment to discuss an apartment project, please contact ipmailbox@aacounty.org.

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Land Use Navigator

Getting Started with the Land Use Navigator

Building Permit New Construction

Do I need a Permit?

Find out if the work you have planned requires a permit to be issued.

Check on Permit Status

The status of a permit can be viewed in the Land Use Navigator System

Permit Center

The Permit Center intakes permit and subdivision applications for those wanting to do so in person. It serves both residential and commercial customers.


2664 Riva Road, Heritage Office Complex  
Annapolis, MD 21401  
(410) 222-7730