Planning and Zoning

The Office of Planning and Zoning plans the overall physical development and growth of the County, updates and enforces the zoning code, and administers the subdivision and development regulations.

Land Use Navigator (LUN) Update

All Development applications are now submitted via the Land Use Navigator (LUN) as of August 4th, 2025.

Paper submittals will no longer be accepted, nor are appointments available with the Permit Center. All applications will be managed by the OPZ Development Division.

Please call 410-222-7450 for assistance with Development applications. Additional information is available on the Development Division website.

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Green Infrastructure Annual Report

Read about achievements over the 2024 calendar year and see where new land is protected.

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Plan2040 Annual Progress Report

New report on 2024 accomplishments now available



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Land Use Navigator (LUN)

Welcome to the Land Use Navigator, an online digital submission tool. Customers will be able to submit zoning applications; certificate of use applications; and zoning complaints online, including all supporting documentation.

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Development Impact Fee and Fiscal Impact Analysis Studies

Studies have been completed recently to assess the fiscal impact of growth and to review the County's development impact fees.