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Because an issued permit cannot be re-opened to make changes, the original applicant shall apply for a new permit that shows the new scope of work or a change of contractor. Once the permit reviews are complete and payment is made, a new placard will be issued that will supplement the existing permit placard.

Here are a few general situations when a permit is required: Construct, enlarge, alter, repair, rehabilitate, demolish or move any structure. Erect, , enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert, or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system. Change the use of any structure or land.

An alteration permit is required for all commercial bathrooms. A permit is not required for residential bathrooms but plumbing and electrical permits are always required. The licensed plumber and electrician may apply for their respective permit before the work is initiated.

You can email your questions to DHCD.Permits@baltimorecity.gov or call 443-984-1809 for assistance.

How long will it take to get my permit? Standard residential building permit applications typically take four weeks to complete the first set of review comments. Fast track permit applications are issued generally in three to five days.

Most applications submitted for electrical, plumbing, HVAC&R, and gas will be ready for payment within one hour of submission, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For all other permit types, applications submitted by 9 a.m. will receive an approval or response by 2 p.m. the same business day.

A Building Permit is required to construct, enlarge, alter, reconstruct, repair, move, demolish & replace a building or structure; to convert unfinished space to occupiable rooms; and/or to change the occupancy or use of a building or portion of a building.